Summary
Accenture is seeking a Network Security Consultant in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role involves designing, deploying, and managing network security solutions, monitoring for threats, conducting security assessments, and supporting incident response. The consultant will configure security devices, implement network segmentation and access controls, maintain security documentation, and support compliance and continuity initiatives. Applicants should have a relevant bachelor's degree, hands-on firewall experience, and knowledge of vulnerability management, security monitoring, and cybersecurity frameworks.
The posting
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- Design, deploy, and manage network security solutions, including firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, WAF, and secure web gateways.
- Monitor network traffic and security events to identify and respond to threats.
- Perform security assessments, vulnerability scans, and remediation activities.
- Configure and maintain network security devices such as Fortinet, Palo Alto, Cisco, Check Point, or similar technologies.
- Investigate security incidents and support incident response activities.
- Implement network segmentation, access control, and Zero Trust security principles.
- Develop and maintain network security documentation, policies, and procedures.
- Ensure compliance with organizational and regulatory security requirements.
- Support disaster recovery and business continuity initiatives from a network security perspective.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, IT, or a related field.
- Hands-on experience with firewalls
- Experience with vulnerability management and security monitoring tools.
- Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks and security best practices.
- Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.