The Role

Within our Cyber Security Strategy, Risk and Architecture practice, we are seeking a distinguished Executive Consulting Senior Manager to lead and shape our cyber security engagement at the highest organisational levels. This is a rare opportunity to operate at the intersection of cyber security expertise and executive leadership, providing board-level advisory services that directly influence the strategic direction of our clients.

You will serve as a trusted adviser to C-suite executives and non-executive directors, translating complex cyber threats and risk landscapes into clear, actionable intelligence that informs strategic decision-making at the very top of client organisations. You will be the authoritative voice in the room when cyber security matters are escalated to board level.

Our Executive Consulting Senior Managers bring a depth of experience that spans industry sectors, regulatory environments, and global threat landscapes. They are equally at home presenting to a board of directors as they are constructing a cyber security strategy for a complex, multi-national organisation.

Key Responsibilities

Executive & Board Advisory

• Lead the design and delivery of board-level cyber security briefings, presenting complex threat intelligence and risk postures in a clear and compelling manner to non-technical audiences.

• Serve as a senior point of engagement for CISOs, CIOs, CEOs, and non-executive directors, building trusted long-term advisory relationships at the top tier of client organisations.

• Provide strategic guidance to clients on cyber security governance, including the structuring and maturation of board-level cyber oversight frameworks.

• Advise on the interpretation and implications of emerging cyber threats, regulatory developments, and geopolitical risks at an executive and board level.

• Support clients in developing executive-level crisis response and incident communication strategies, including board notification protocols and regulatory disclosure frameworks.

Senior Leadership & Practice Development

• Lead and develop a high-performing team of cyber security consultants, providing mentorship, technical direction, and career development guidance.

• Take ownership of the growth and maturation of executive advisory service offerings, including the development of methodologies, frameworks, and thought leadership.

• Drive the strategic direction of the cyber advisory practice, working collaboratively with senior leadership to define and execute business objectives.

• Represent Accenture at senior industry forums, conferences, and working groups, positioning the business as a leading voice in executive cyber security advisory.

• Contribute to continual improvement in quality standards for client deliverables, ensuring outputs meet the expectations of the most senior client stakeholders.

Business Development & Client Engagement

• Identify and develop new business opportunities at senior client levels, leading pursuit efforts for strategic engagements and framework positions.

• Contribute to the design and commercial structuring of executive advisory engagements, ensuring proposals articulate value at a strategic level.

• Maintain and grow a network of senior client relationships across key sectors including financial services, critical national infrastructure, central government, and technology.

• Collaborate with the wider business development function to align executive advisory capabilities with evolving client demand.

Governance & Programme Oversight

• Oversee the delivery of complex, multi-workstream cyber security advisory programmes, ensuring consistency, quality, and alignment with client strategic objectives.

• Ensure project and programme delivery meets defined quality gates, timescales, and budgetary constraints across a portfolio of executive-level engagements.

• Maintain compliance with relevant professional, legal, and regulatory obligations relevant to executive advisory services.

Person Specification (Essential)

• Significant and demonstrable experience (minimum 10 years) in senior cyber security roles, with a clear track record of operating at executive and board level.

• Proven experience providing cyber security advisory or consulting services to C-suite executives and boards of directors, including the delivery of board briefings and executive risk reporting.

• Deep understanding of the cyber security risk landscape, including threat intelligence, regulatory compliance, incident response, and security governance frameworks.

• Exceptional communication and influencing skills, with the ability to convey complex technical risk in terms of business impact to non-technical senior audiences.

• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain trusted relationships with senior client stakeholders, including CISO, CIO, CEO, and board-level contacts.

• Strong commercial acumen with experience of contributing to business development at a senior level, including proposal development and client negotiations.

• Experience leading and developing high-performing consulting or advisory teams.

• Relevant senior cyber security qualifications (e.g. CISSP, CISM, or equivalent) and membership of recognised industry bodies.

• Willingness to travel across the UK and internationally to support client engagements at short notice.

• Strong organisational and programme oversight skills, with experience managing multiple high-value, concurrent engagements.

Person Specification (Desirable)

• Experience working with or advising HMG departments, regulators, or national security bodies, including familiarity with NCSC guidance and frameworks.

• Prior experience as a CISO, Deputy CISO, or equivalent senior in-house cyber security leadership role.

• Experience advising on cyber security matters within Critical National Infrastructure (CNI) sectors.

• Established presence in the cyber security industry including speaking engagements, publications, or active participation in professional working groups.

• Knowledge of international cyber regulatory frameworks (e.g. NIS2, DORA, SEC Cybersecurity Disclosure Rules).

• Full UK driving licence.

• Eligibility for UK government security clearance (SC or above).