Network Security Engineer

Accenture Portugal; Porto; Híbrido; EUR 50 000 - 70 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Teleworking option

International travel

Resumo da oferta

Accenture Portugal in Porto is seeking a skilled Network Security Engineer to join our team, focusing on securing and maintaining the global network infrastructure.

You will conduct security reviews, manage firewalls, DNS, and SDN transition, and collaborate across teams to deliver secure network solutions.

Candidates with 5–8 years of experience in network engineering or security and hands-on experience with Palo Alto, Check Point and F5 are encouraged to apply.

Qualificações

• 5–8 years in network engineering or security.
• Experience with Palo Alto, Check Point, and F5 platforms.
• Knowledge of SDN, esp. Cisco ACI (EPG).
• DNS and GSLB solutions (Infoblox).
• Routing and switching: BGP, ISIS, OSPF, VRF, MPLS, GRE, IPsec.
• Strong TCP/IP and QoS understanding.

Responsabilidades

• Review, implement and optimize the network environment.
• Maintain and update network documentation.
• Troubleshoot and resolve network issues.
• Support network projects, upgrades and new initiatives.
• Deliver network solutions and related documentation.
• Perform vulnerability assessments and upgrades on network systems.
• Maintain configuration management and monitoring processes.
• Advance automation of network deployments.

Conhecimentos

Network Security

Network Engineering

Python scripting

Firewall management

Troubleshooting

Security reviews

VPN/IPsec

DNS & GSLB

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related discipline

Ferramentas

Palo Alto Networks

Check Point

F5 Networks

Infoblox DNS/GSLB

Cisco ACI

Descrição da oferta de emprego

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Network Security Engineer to join our team in Porto. The Network Security Engineer will contribute to the day-to-day operation, monitoring and project delivery of the network environment, with a strong focus on security and infrastructure stability.

The role involves implementing and supporting business and IT applications, maintaining production network infrastructure and configuring network devices. A key aspect of this position is conducting security reviews across the environment, including firewall management, DNS, HLB and GSLB services.

The candidate will support the ongoing transition to Software Defined Networking (SDN), ensuring that security controls evolve accordingly. The role requires analytical and troubleshooting capabilities to diagnose and resolve network issues efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Review, implement and enhance the network environment.
• Maintain and update documentation related to corporate network implementations.
• Participate in troubleshooting and resolving network issues.
• Provide network project support to other teams, including the implementation of enterprise services, operational upgrades and new initiatives.
• Contribute to infrastructure and business projects by delivering the required network solutions and associated documentation.
• Perform vulnerability assessments, validation activities and upgrades on network systems and applications.
• Maintain operational processes such as configuration management and infrastructure monitoring.
• Optimize current network implementations and contribute to automation initiatives.

Qualifications

• 5 to 8 years of experience in network engineering or network security.
• Experience with Network Security platforms: Palo Alto Networks, Check Point, F5 Networks.
• Knowledge of Software Defined Networking, particularly Cisco ACI (EPG configuration).
• Experience with DNS and GSLB solutions (Infoblox).
• Solid understanding of routing and switching technologies: BGP, ISIS, OSPF, VRF, MPLS, GRE, IPSEC.
• Excellent knowledge of TCP/IP protocols and QoS concepts.
• Experience with network automation using Python.
• Analytical and troubleshooting skills in complex environments.

Legal: Must own a valid work permit or EU/Schengen Space Nationality to legally work in Portugal.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications (nice to have): CheckPoint Certified Security Expert (CCSE), Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE), F5 Certified Technology Specialist (F5-CTS).
• Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related disciplines.
• Fluency in English (French and/or Dutch is a plus).

Additional Information

• Flexibility for regular travel to Paris or Brussels (at least 3 times a year).
• Teleworking is possible, with a minimum of 8 days per month on-site.