Senior Cybersecurity Advisor & Account Executive
About Accenture Cybersecurity
Would you like to be part of a team of over 19,000 cybersecurity specialists worldwide? Accenture has an opportunity for you to join our Cybersecurity team.
At Accenture Cybersecurity, we help organizations protect what matters most by combining deep security expertise with cutting-edge technology. We support our clients across the entire security journey, from strategy and advisory to implementation and managed security services – helping them navigate an increasingly complex threat landscape with confidence.
The role
We are looking for a Senior Cybersecurity Advisor & Account Executive with proven experience working with CISO, CIO, and senior IT and business stakeholders to develop strategic directions, establish operating models, and lead transformation initiatives.
This is a hybrid role where you will combine strategic work with practical cybersecurity consulting, working closely with our clients and internal security experts.
You will play a key role in building long-term client relationships, understanding customer needs in depth, and tailoring cybersecurity solutions that create real business value. With your commercial mindset and technical credibility, you will act as a trusted advisor while collaborating closely with internal stakeholders across our Cybersecurity practice.
Key responsibilities
- Experience working with C-level executives and cybersecurity leadership to build long-term relationships and jointly develop strategic direction.
- Build and maintain strong, long-term client relationships, shaping their cybersecurity needs
- Act as a trusted advisor, translating business challenges into tailored cybersecurity solutions
- Work hands-on within IT security, contributing to delivery alongside your business development responsibilities
- Collaborate closely with internal cybersecurity teams and stakeholders
- Support clients across a broad range of cybersecurity areas, from advisory to implementation
- 5–10 years of relevant professional experience
- Experience in business development, ideally within consulting or IT/security services
- Experience within cybersecurity – either from consulting or in-house roles
- Based in the Stockholm area
- Fluent in Swedish and English, both written and spoken
Required qualifications & skills
- Experience across one or more cybersecurity domains such as:
- Identity & Access Management
- Information Security / GRC
- AI Security
- Application Security
- OT Security
- Strong ability to understand customer needs and translate them into value-driven solutions
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Strong commercial mindset combined with technical credibility
Nice to have
- Experience working with complex enterprise clients
- Experience identifying and developing new business opportunities
- Relevant security certifications (e.g. CISSP, CISM, CCSP, ISO 27001)
Location
- Stockholm area
- Hybrid working model
What we offer
At Accenture, you will join a collaborative and inclusive environment where people are supported to grow and succeed. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, continuous learning opportunities, and the chance to work with leading clients on meaningful cybersecurity challenges.
You will be part of a strong Cybersecurity community that values teamwork, knowledge sharing, and professional development.
Does this sound like you?
If this role appeals to you, we would love to hear from you. Join us and help shape secure, resilient futures for our clients while growing your career within cybersecurity.
For questions about the role, please reach out to our recruiter: karl.kego@accenture.com
During July, most of our recruitment team will be on summer holiday. As a result, response times may be longer than usual, and you can expect to receive an update regarding your application in early August.
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