Senior SD-WAN & SASE Architect - Cloud Networking Leader

Accenture Australia; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Accenture Australia seeks an experienced SD-WAN / SASE Architect & Consultant to design and deliver large-scale network transformation initiatives for enterprise clients. This role blends architecture, consulting, and delivery responsibilities, with a focus on SD-WAN, SASE, cloud networking, and network security technologies.

You will work closely with clients, project teams, and technology vendors to develop innovative solutions, lead implementation activities, and ensure successful outcomes

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in SD-WAN, SASE, cloud networking, and network security solutions.
• Proven experience designing and implementing enterprise-scale SD-WAN and SASE environments.
• Strong hands-on experience with next-generation firewall technologies, including Cisco, Juniper, and Palo Alto platforms.
• Experience delivering cloud networking solutions across AWS, Microsoft Azure, and/or Google Cloud Platform.
• Strong understanding of enterprise networking principles, security frameworks, and modern connectivity architectures.
• Experience working within multi-vendor enterprise environments.
• Demonstrated ability to produce high-quality technical documentation and client-facing deliverables.
• Experience developing and executing testing, migration, and implementation strategies.
• Knowledge of ITIL, project governance, and change management practices.
• Strong stakeholder management, consulting, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Translate business and technical requirements into scalable SD-WAN, SASE, cloud networking, and security solutions.
• Lead the design and implementation of network and security transformation programs.
• Develop architecture and design documentation including HLDs, LLDs, Bills of Materials, and configuration standards.
• Define testing strategies, test plans, and oversee test execution activities.
• Create implementation, migration, and cutover plans aligned with client governance and change management processes.
• Support troubleshooting and issue resolution during deployment and post-implementation stabilization.
• Manage client and vendor engagements while maintaining strong communication and documentation standards.
• Ensure project deliverables meet agreed milestones, quality standards, and business objectives.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver secure and reliable networking solutions.

Skills

SD-WAN

SASE

Cloud networking

Network security

Enterprise architecture

Stakeholder management

Consulting

Communication

Problem-solving

Tools

Cisco

Juniper

Palo Alto

Job description

Accenture Australia seeks an experienced SD-WAN / SASE Architect & Consultant to design and deliver large-scale network transformation initiatives for enterprise clients. This role blends architecture, consulting, and delivery responsibilities, with a focus on SD-WAN, SASE, cloud networking, and network security technologies.

You will work closely with clients, project teams, and technology vendors to develop innovative solutions, lead implementation activities, and ensure successful outcomes