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Network Security Engineer

Technology, Data & Digital · IT Infrastructure & Security · Cybersecurity · Network Administration · DevOps

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In short

We are seeking an experienced Network Security Engineer to design, implement, and support enterprise-scale network security solutions using technologies like Cisco ACI, Check Point, and Palo Alto Networks. This role involves hands-on engineering, technical leadership, and operational support in complex, multi-vendor environments.

Responsibilities

  • Design, implement, configure, and support network security solutions across data centre, cloud, and hybrid environments.
  • Perform firewall policy reviews, security assessments, rule optimisation, and platform health checks.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve network, security, routing, segmentation, and application connectivity issues.
  • Configure and manage Cisco ACI environments, including tenants, VRFs, bridge domains, EPGs, contracts, and L3 Outs.
  • Implement, maintain, and optimise Check Point firewall policies, including access control and NAT policies.
  • Deploy, configure, and support Palo Alto NGFW and Panorama environments.
  • Apply security best practices and maintain compliance with client operational standards.
  • Participate in change management, problem management, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Collaborate with architects, project teams, and service delivery stakeholders to support solution design and operational outcomes.
  • Create and maintain technical documentation including HLDs, LLDs, implementation plans, SOPs, and operational runbooks.

Requirements

  • 6+ years of experience in Network and Security Engineering.
  • Strong hands-on experience with Cisco ACI, Check Point Firewalls, and Palo Alto Firewalls.
  • Experience designing and supporting enterprise network security solutions in large-scale environments.
  • Strong understanding of Network Segmentation, Security Architecture, Firewall Technologies, and Network Operations and Troubleshooting.
  • Solid networking fundamentals, including TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, VXLAN EVPN, LAN/WAN technologies, data centre networking, and high availability and resilient network designs.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to work independently in a fast-paced operational environment.
  • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline.
  • Must be an Australian Citizen or Australian Permanent Resident.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience working within managed services or enterprise operations environments.
  • Experience supporting large-scale, multi-vendor network infrastructure.
  • ITIL Foundation certification.
  • Cisco CCNP Enterprise or CCNP Data Center.
  • Palo Alto PCNSE certification.
  • Check Point CCSA or CCSE certification.
  • CISSP certification.

Benefits

  • Work on complex enterprise security environments.
  • Collaborate with experienced technical teams.
  • Help secure critical infrastructure using industry-leading technologies across networking and security domains.
#Network Security#Cisco ACI#Check Point#Palo Alto Networks#Firewall#Data Centre#Cloud#Hybrid Environments
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Company

Accenture

Job Posted

1 month ago

Employment Type

Full Time

WorkMode

On Site

Experience Level

Mid-Senior

Locations

Melbourne, Australia

Brisbane, Australia

Canberra, Australia

Perth, Australia

Qualification

Bachelor

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