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Overview

We are seeking an experienced Network Security Consultant to join our team. The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise in enterprise networking and security technologies, proven operational experience, and the ability to deliver high-quality solutions in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage secure network solutions across LAN, WAN, Data Center, and Cloud environments.

• Ensure robust network security through encryption technologies and advanced security frameworks.

• Oversee Network Operations and Service Delivery, including incident, change, and problem management.

• Collaborate with clients to define requirements, develop solutions, and ensure timely implementation.

• Maintain network performance and reliability using monitoring tools and ITSM processes.

Technical Experience

• Networking: Routing & Switching, LAN/WAN, Virtualization, Data Center technologies.

• Security: Firewalls (Cisco Firepower, Palo Alto), Cisco ISE, Network Encryption.

• Cloud: AWS and Azure Networking.

• Load Balancing: F5 Load Balancers.

• DDI: DNS, DHCP, IPAM.

• Tools: Network Monitoring tools, ITSM platforms.

Professional Attributes

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to manage priorities and work independently.

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Effective communication and collaboration with clients and teams.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (preferably Information Technology, Electronics & Telecommunication).

Experience

• 5–8 years in Enterprise Network Management.

• Minimum 3 years in Managed Network Services.

Key Technology Skills

• Cisco Firepower

• Palo Alto Firewalls

• Cisco ISE

• F5 Load Balancers

Additional Requirements:

Security Clearance Requirement: Given the secure nature of this role, we are seeking candidates who are Australian Citizens with an active security clearance (NV1).

This requirement ensures that all team members are cleared to handle sensitive information and contribute to maintaining the highest standards of security in our operations.

Must be willing to work onsite 5 days per week

Benefits of working at Accenture:

• 18 weeks paid parental leave

• Long & short-term career break opportunities

• Structured career development program

• Local and international career opportunities.

• Certified as a Family Inclusive Workplace™

• Flexible Work Arrangements - centered around Accenture’s Truly Human ethos and our commitment to supporting the health and wellbeing of our people.

• We are proud to be in the top 3 of last year’s Diversity & Inclusion Index!

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About Accenture

Accenture is a leading global professional services company that helps the world’s leading businesses, governments and other organizations build their digital core, optimize their operations, accelerate revenue growth and enhance citizen services—creating tangible value at speed and scale. We are a talent- and innovation-led company with approximately 791,000 people serving clients in more than 120 countries. Technology is at the core of change today, and we are one of the world’s leaders in helping drive that change, with strong ecosystem relationships. We combine our strength in technology and leadership in cloud, data and AI with unmatched industry experience, functional expertise and global delivery capability. Our broad range of services, solutions and assets across Strategy & Consulting, Technology, Operations, Industry X and Song, together with our culture of shared success and commitment to creating 360° value, enable us to help our clients reinvent and build trusted, lasting relationships. We measure our success by the 360° value we create for our clients, each other, our shareholders, partners and communities.

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