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Information Security at Accenture

Protecting Accenture, our clients, and employees requires a laser-focused approach.

What we do

Accenture’s Information Security team provides the technical architecture, governance, operational infrastructure, client data protection and behavioral change programs to keep all data and information—for which Accenture is responsible—secure. The team, our processes and programs are 100% dedicated to fostering an overall enterprise culture where security is a top priority.

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Who we are

Governance, risk and compliance

Establishes and maintains cyber risk management controls, policies, processes and metrics to fortify Accenture's security posture.​

Deployment and acquisitions​

Leads client data protection, equipping client teams to identify and reduce risks. Embeds security controls in operations and acquisitions.

Culture and behavior change

Leads strategic initiatives to boost awareness and adoption of security practices that build a cyber mindset and help reduce risk.

Technology and operations​

Selects, deploys, and operates security technology for Accenture that monitors, mitigates and defends against vulnerabilities and threats.​

Strategy and emerging​ programs ​

Leads cyber strategy, oversees cyber regulatory compliance, third-party risk management, and programs to address emerging security risks.

Cyber incident response​

Detects and defends the Accenture network infrastructure against malicious cyber attacks and responds to cyber incidents 24/7/365.​

Awards & Recognition

Accenture earned a CSO Cybersecurity Award for Unified Virtual Identity Discovery, achieving this recognition for leading the way in security strategy and operational excellence for the fourth year.

RedFlags, a microtargeted human-risk security initiative, earned a Technology Excellence Award for the best advance in unique learning technology.

The “Sidewalk Security Series” on YouTube earned a Summit Creative Award for its fun, practical approach to everyday cyber safety and social impact.

Accenture was awarded a prestigious Gold Dolphin by the Cannes Media & TV Awards, with the “Infinite Scroll” training recognized for its innovative approach to digital learning.

Accenture’s Cyber News series won a Platinum MarCom Award for Best Video Training Series, bringing security risks to life through the witty adventures of reporter Rhona Steele.

Accenture Information Security received a 2025 CSO Award for innovative use of IT to deliver business value for the third consecutive year, with the Accenture Secure Behavior Score program recognized.​

To protect Accenture, our clients and our employees, Information Security adapts and optimizes its risk resilience, addressing current cyber threats while preparing for issues tomorrow might bring.

Kris Burkhardt / Chief Information Security Officer, Accenture

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Kris Burkhardt

Chief Information Security Officer

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