Network and Endpoint Security Architect - London

Accenture; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global consulting firm in the City of Westminster is seeking an experienced cybersecurity architect to lead the design and implementation of Zero Trust architectures. The ideal candidate will have 5-10+ years of experience and strong hands-on expertise with Zscaler and similar technologies. This role requires excellent communication skills and the ability to engage with key stakeholders while driving the organization's security roadmap.

Qualifications

• 5-10+ years of experience in cybersecurity architecture or senior engineering roles.
• Strong hands-on expertise with Zscaler or similar technologies.
• Deep understanding of Zero Trust frameworks and identity management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of Zero Trust architectures across environments.
• Establish secure access patterns using cloud-based security and zero-trust platforms.
• Drive the organization's Zero Trust strategy and security roadmap.

Skills

Zscaler ZIA

Zscaler ZPA

Zero Trust frameworks

Identity and access management

Communication

Education

Zscaler Certification

CISSP

Cloud certifications (Azure, AWS, GCP)

Network certification (CCNA or equivalent)

Tools

Zscaler Client Connector

App Connectors

Cloud Firewall

Job description

Responsibilities

• Leading the design and implementation of Zero Trust architectures for enterprise environments, covering users, devices, applications, and data.
• Establishing secure access patterns using cloud-based security and zero-trust platforms (e.g., Zscaler ZIA, ZPA, ZDX).
• Creating enterprise-wide security blueprints and reference architectures aligned with Zero Trust principles (NIST 800-207, CISA).
• Designing scalable identity-centric security controls using SSO, MFA, device posture, and least-privilege access models.
• Collaborating with networking teams to modernize WAN and remote access using cloud security and SASE frameworks.

Implementation & Hands-On Engineering

• Deploying, configuring, and optimising Zero Trust technologies, including:
  • Policy creation and fine-tuning (e.g., URL filtering, DLP, CASB, FWaaS).
  • Managing App segmentation and connector deployment.
  • Zero Trust Client Connector configuration and rollout.
  • Integrating Zero Trust solutions with identity providers (Entra AD, Okta), SIEM / SOAR systems, and endpoint platforms such as CrowdStrike etc.
  • Collaborating with infrastructure teams to migrate legacy VPN, proxy, and firewall solutions to cloud native Zero Trust models.
  • Conducting proof-of-concept evaluations and technical validation sessions.

Security Leadership & Strategy

• Driving the organization's Zero Trust strategy and security roadmap.
• Providing architectural governance and ensuring security best practices across projects.
• Conducting threat modelling, gap assessments, and risk evaluations for critical applications and network paths.
• Advocate for the adoption of modern security frameworks and secure-by-design principles.

Operations & Optimization

• Troubleshooting Zero Trust deployment issues, performance, and identity-related access failures.
• Monitoring and tuning telemetry, logs, and analytics to maintain optimal operational performance.
• Providing technical mentorship and training to internal security and networking teams.

Soft Skills

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to translate complex security concepts into business-friendly language.
• Experience working within large, matrixed enterprises.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives.

Set yourself apart by showcasing the following:

• Zscaler Certification (ZCCA-IA, ZCCA-PA, ZCCP)
• CISSP, CCSP, or similar security credentials
• Cloud certifications in Azure, AWS, GCP (highly desirable)
• Certifications from other leading SASE / SSE vendors, such as Palo Alto Prisma, Netskope are advantageous
• Network certification such as CCNA or equivalent

The following skills and experience are essential for this role

• 5-10+ years of experience in cybersecurity architecture or senior engineering roles.
• Strong hands-on expertise with:
  • Zscaler ZIA, ZPA, ZDX or similar
  • Zscaler Client Connector
  • App Connectors, Cloud Firewall, Cloud Sandbox, DLP, CASB
• Deep understanding of:
  • Zero Trust frameworks (NIST 800-207, SASE, SSE)
  • Identity and access management (Azure AD, Okta, Ping)
  • Modern network design (SD-WAN, DNS security, routing fundamentals)
  • Endpoint security (EDR / XDR, device posture assessment)

Accenture is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of society and does not discriminate on grounds of race, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, citizenship, marital, domestic or civil partnership status, sexual orientation, or gender identity, or any other basis as protected by applicable law.