Infra Security Consultant | Jeddah, SA

Accenture; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a skilled Infra Security Consultant to lead and innovate security solutions. This role involves administering network security devices, enhancing security measures, and architecting solutions across cloud and on-premises environments. With a focus on continuous improvement and problem-solving, you'll work alongside experts to tackle significant industry challenges. The position offers a dynamic environment with opportunities for career progression and access to cutting-edge technology. If you are passionate about cyber defense and want to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Competitive rewards

Continuous coaching from senior colleagues

Access to state-of-the-art technology

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in security technologies and solutions.
• Expertise in next-gen firewalls and intrusion detection systems.

Responsibilities

• Administer and operate network security devices effectively.
• Lead a team of network security engineers to enhance security solutions.

Skills

Network Security

Problem-solving

Continuous Improvement

Cyber Defense

Education

6+ years of experience in Security

Certifications like CISSP, CCIE-Sec, F5, SANS

Tools

Next Generation Firewall (Cisco FTD, PaloAlto)

Intrusion Protection/Detection Systems

Web Application Firewall

Load Balancer (F5 LTM)

Cisco ISE

Proxy Solution and Email Gateway

Packet Capture and Analysis Methodologies

Job description

Infra Security Consultant

Accenture Jeddah, Saudi Arabia Apply now Posted 27 days ago Permanent Competitive

Role Title: Infra Security Consultant

Location: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

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 738,000 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 with unmatched industry experience, functional expertise and global delivery capability. We are uniquely able to deliver tangible outcomes because of our broad range of services, solutions and assets across Strategy & Consulting, Technology, Operations, Industry X and Accenture Song. These capabilities, together with our culture of shared success and commitment to creating 360° value, enable us to help our clients succeed 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. Visit us at www.accenture.com

About Accenture Security

Join Accenture Security to pioneer security solutions that blend risk strategy, digital identity, cyber defense, application security and managed services. Using the coolest next-gen tech, you'll have every chance to stay one step ahead of cybercrime and out-hack the hackers.

Responsibilities:

• Administrating and Operating Network Security Devices
• Maintain expert knowledge of security technologies, leading the delivery of process and system improvements, driving implementation of continuous improvement plans and ensuring best practices are shared across the team.
• Continuous identification, enhancement and improvement of un-utilized features in current security solution to maximum value
• Design and architect of security solutions across on-premises and cloud environments.
• Problem-solving skills for quickly uncovering and fixing network and security flaws
• Ensure security solutions patched and up to date
• Identify gaps and opportunities as part of continuous improvement to ensure high standards of security and performance.
• Lead a team of network security engineers

Qualifications:

At least 6+ years of Security experience in the following technologies/fields:

• Next Generation Firewall experience (like Cisco FTD, PaloAlto)
• Intrusion protection/detection systems
• Web Application Firewall
• Load Balancer (e.g. F5 LTM)
• Cisco ISE
• Proxy solution and email gateway.
• Packet capture and analysis methodologies.
• Preference would be given to candidates with certifications like CISSP, CCIE-Sec, F5, SANS.

Why join us?

• We offer a transparent, fast-paced approach career progression, with a focus on your strengths and continuous coaching from senior colleagues
• You will benefit from working alongside Accenture experts who are solving some of the biggest industry challenges with innovative thinking and pioneering tools
• Flexible work arrangements and a range of benefits including competitive rewards
• You will have access to state-of-the-art technology that will give you the opportunity to deepen your existing skills even as you help create the latest business trends
• You will also have opportunities to make a difference to the communities in which we work and live

Next Steps

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