Security Transformation Associate

Job Title - Security Transformation Associate

Management Level : CL12

Location: Chennai, Bengaluru & Hyderabad

Must have skills:

• Risk Management, Governance Risks & Compliance, Information Security Audit
• Experience in information security assessments, audits, or risk management.
• Good understanding of ISO/IEC 27001 and other relevant standards (e.g., NIST, SOC2).

Good to have skills:

• Professional information security certification/s ISO27001 Lead Auditor, Security+, CISA etc. and knowledge of SSAE18(SOC)

Job Summary:

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Information Security Assessor to join our team. The candidate will play a critical role in conducting risk-based internal assessments for ATC India projects and enterprise-wide corporate functions (e.g., Workplace, HR, IT, Finance, Legal, Procurement) to evaluate and ensure compliance with ISO/IEC 27001 and internal security policies. This role also includes driving information security awareness initiatives for new joiners and project team members, promoting a strong culture of security within the organization.

Roles & Responsibilities:

Perform risk-based information security assessments for delivery projects across Accenture’s India centers. Evaluate compliance with both Accenture's internal security policies and client-specific contractual requirements. Identified risks will directly contribute to safeguarding client data and ensuring contractual and regulatory compliance. Accenture holds the distinction of being one of the largest globally ISO/IEC 27001 certified organizations, and this role contributes to maintaining that prestigious certification. The assessor will support audit readiness and compliance by engaging in key activities such as:

a. Conducting internal assessments across enterprise functions (e.g., Workplace, HR, IT, Finance, Legal, Procurement) to ensure adherence to ISO/IEC 27001 security controls.

b. Performing risk assessments to identify potential security threats that could impact business objectives and tracking mitigation actions to closure.

c. Driving innovative information security awareness initiatives to promote a security-first culture—ranging from new joiner orientations to interactive campaigns and knowledge-sharing sessions.

Participate in scheduled internal assessments and initiatives to ensure ongoing compliance with regulatory and client-mandated security requirements beyond ISO 27001. Provide information security representation during client audits and assessments. Collaborate with project teams to ensure preparedness and demonstrate robust security practices, reinforcing client confidence and supporting ongoing business growth.
Professional & Technical Skills:

• Excellent report writing, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Self-motivated and proactive with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple assessments in parallel.
• Collaborative approach with cross-functional teams.
• Passion for spreading security awareness and best practices.
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