Platform Security Manager

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We Are Platform Security professionals develop and deliver solutions to strengthen the SAP cybersecurity considerations of enterprise applications;  including the design, built, test and deployment of SAP application Security Roles, SAP GRC Access and Process Control solutions, data protection through role based security, and ERP vulnerability management solutions that minimize the impact of internal and external manipulation of applications and protect sensitive data. 

We are currently looking for professionals for our Platform Security practice with extensive experience in the following:

You Are

A Security and Risk professional developing and delivering solutions that protect Salesforce platforms, applications, customer data, and enterprise environments by establishing security policies, practices, and tools. Salesforce Security professionals develop and deliver solutions, including the design and implementation of Salesforce application security, identity and access management, role-based access controls, data protection, security monitoring, and compliance solutions.

A professional at this position level within Accenture has the following responsibilities: Adapts existing methods and procedures to create possible alternative solutions to moderately complex problems. Understands the strategic direction set by senior management as it relates to team goals. Uses considerable judgment to determine solutions and seeks guidance on complex problems. Primary upward interaction is with the direct supervisor. May interact with peers and/or management levels at a client and/or within Accenture. Understands delivery methodologies and ability to execute. Determines methods and procedures on new assignments with guidance. Manages small teams and/or work efforts at a client or within Accenture.

The Work (Role Responsibility):

• Ability to oversee and step in to configure Salesforce security solutions, including application security, profiles, permission sets, permission set groups, role hierarchies, sharing rules, and Salesforce Shield, to meet unique client security requirements.
• .Lead engagement or workstream planning and verify that deliverables meet contract and work plan objectives.
• Ability to step into a lead role, such as taking responsibility for small components of engagements or a workstream.
• Contribute to a strong client relationship through interactions with client personnel.
• Communicate expectations and provide direction to the client and engagement team.
• Actively plan engagements, align deliverable expectations, contribute to engagement planning, and verify that deliverables meet contract and work plan objectives.
• Demonstrate knowledge of an industry (e.g., financial services, healthcare, or public sector) or technical specialty niche (e.g., Salesforce Shield, Salesforce Identity, Data Cloud security, or Salesforce platform security).
• Demonstrate experience in: 1) independently completing complex security-related tasks (e.g., Salesforce org security assessments, security architecture reviews, or implementations of advanced access controls); 2) making major contributions in assuring deliverables meet contract and work plan objectives; and 3) taking on tasks of increased complexity.
• Ability to take a broad view of the position and take initiative to communicate, interact, and cooperate with others to verify all aspects of a task are addressed.
• Ability to independently create written deliverables and participate in presentations.
• Ability to recognize, qualify, and communicate opportunities to sell "add-on" work.
• Strong understanding of information security management principles, Salesforce application security implementation methodologies, identity and access management, data protection, security monitoring, and Salesforce security governance and compliance.

Here’s What You Need (Basic Qualifications)

• Minimum 5 years of experience in Salesforce environments and/or Salesforce cloud environments.
• Minimum 5 years of experience creating technical documentation.
• Minimum 5 years of experience with Salesforce platform security, including access management, profiles, permission sets, role hierarchies, sharing rules, and data security.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent (minimum 12 years) work experience. (If Associate's Degree, must have minimum 6 years work experience).
• Travel may be required for this role. The amount of travel will vary from 0 to 100% depending on business need and client requirements.

Bonus with these skills and experiences (Preferred)

• Experience with Salesforce Shield, Salesforce Identity, Platform Encryption, Event Monitoring, Salesforce Data Cloud security, and security integrations.
• Prior experience working in a consultant/advisory capacity. Big Four experience preferred.
• Knowledge of internal controls, with relation to Salesforce Security, identity and access management, and data protection controls.
• Experience with Salesforce security assessment tools, vulnerability management, security monitoring, and compliance solutions.
• Certifications such as Salesforce Certified Administrator, Salesforce Certified Platform App Builder, Salesforce Certified Platform Developer, Salesforce Certified Identity and Access Management Architect, or Salesforce Certified Security and Privacy Architect.
• Proven success in contributing to a team-oriented environment.
• Proven ability to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment.
• Desire to work in an environment fostering teaming.
• Excellent leadership, communication (written and oral), and interpersonal skills.

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