Network Security Consultant

Accenture; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A global professional services firm in Jeddah is seeking an experienced security professional to manage network security devices and lead a team. The ideal candidate will have at least 6 years of experience in the field, particularly with technologies such as firewalls and intrusion protection systems. This role offers career growth opportunities and flexible work arrangements, allowing you to develop skills while making an impact in the community.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Career progression coaching

Competitive rewards

State-of-the-art technology access

Qualifications

• At least 6+ years of experience in security technologies.
• Certifications like CISSP, CCIE-Sec preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Administrate and operate network security devices.
• Maintain expert knowledge of security technologies.
• Identify enhancement opportunities in security solutions.
• Design security solutions for on-premises and cloud.
• Lead a team of network security engineers.

Skills

Network security devices administration

Security technologies knowledge

Next Generation Firewall experience

Web Application Firewall knowledge

Packet capture and analysis

Strong communication skills

Job description

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 791,000 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.

Accenture Security provides comprehensive security services – from security strategy development to business transformation to managed security services – on demand and at a global scale to help mitigate risks and take full advantage of advanced technologies and proven risk management models. Our experienced team of global security professionals helps businesses understand their risks and build resilience from the inside out, giving them the confidence to focus on what matters most: innovation and business growth.

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 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, LoadBalancer (e.g. F5 LTM)
• Cisco ISE, Proxy solution and e‑mail gateway
• Packet capture and analysis methodologies
• Preference would be given to candidates with certifications like CISSP, CCIE‑Sec, F5, SANS
• Strong communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills

Why join us?

• We offer a transparent, fast paced approach to 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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