Senior SD-WAN & SASE Architect for Enterprise Networks

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

Job summary

Accenture is seeking an experienced SD-WAN Architect & Consultant to design and deliver large-scale networking transformations for enterprise clients. You will blend architecture, consulting, and delivery with a focus on SD-WAN, SASE, cloud networking, and network security.

You will collaborate with clients, project teams and vendors to develop innovative solutions, lead implementations, and ensure successful outcomes across complex networking environments.

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 (Cisco,Juniper,Palo Alto).
• Experience delivering cloud networking solutions across AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud.

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 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 networking

Vendor management

Documentation

Stakeholder management

Testing & migration

Tools

Cisco

Juniper

Palo Alto

Job description

Accenture is seeking an experienced SD-WAN Architect & Consultant to design and deliver large-scale networking transformations for enterprise clients. You will blend architecture, consulting, and delivery with a focus on SD-WAN, SASE, cloud networking, and network security.

You will collaborate with clients, project teams and vendors to develop innovative solutions, lead implementations, and ensure successful outcomes across complex networking environments.