Job description

Accenture Security seeks a Digital Identity / Network Security Consultant in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia (Job No. 12588682) to administer and operate network security devices and lead security transformation as part of a global professional services organization. The role maintains expert knowledge of security technologies, drives delivery of process and system improvements with continuous improvement plans, and designs and architects security solutions across on-premises and cloud environments. Responsibilities include problem-solving to uncover and fix network and security flaws, ensuring security solutions are patched and up to date, identifying gaps and opportunities to meet high standards of security and performance, and leading a team of network security engineers. Required technical competencies span Next Generation Firewall platforms (Cisco FTD, PaloAlto), intrusion protection/detection systems (IDS/IPS), Web Application Firewall, load balancing (F5 LTM), Cisco ISE, proxy solutions, e-mail gateway, and packet capture and analysis methodologies; preferred certifications include CISSP, CCIE-Sec, F5, and SANS. The position operates within Accenture Security’s portfolio (risk strategy, digital identity, cyber defense, application security, managed services) to deliver outcomes at scale for clients.