Security Consultant
Sydney
JOB NO. R00101528
Job Description
Your career with Accenture Technology
Interesting projects and new technologies
Work and learn from the best people everyday
Be yourself at work
Accenture Technology
Within Accenture Technology you will make solutions real and deliver business outcomes. We help clients become more successful by helping them improve their capabilities and effectiveness. We are constantly innovating and generating new ideas with the goal of helping clients identify the technologies and operations they need to differentiate and win in the marketplace.
Organizations around the world rely on Accenture’s Managed Security Services to build and sustain a resilient incident management program. We offer the global presence and scale to satisfy even the largest enterprises.
Every week, Accenture’s Managed Security Service:
Analyze over 125 billion log entries
Identify over 62,000 potential security events
Escalate over 11,000 validated security incidents
Work as part of a world class customer focused team, protecting customers from threats through analysis of log data, providing clear, detailed and timely alerts that can be acted on. The Security Analysis team delivers real time security monitoring, alerting and analysing logs from over 150 supported device types, while adhering to strict service-level agreements. We are the front line in protecting our customers.
Responsibilities
Investigate attacks against customer networks
Monitor and analyze log data, network traffic and/or alerts generated by a variety of security technologies in real-time; escalate and explain validated security incidents to customers
Write up security incident reports detailing the threat, its characteristics, and possible remediation activities
Research new threats and ensure appropriate detection capabilities are in place to identify and respond to these threats
Routinely review security incidents and other customer deliverables for adherence to the established procedures and guidelines. Document, rectify, and provide feedback to other analysts as necessary
Ensure the quality and timeliness of the security incident detection and classification service
Ensure standards and procedures are adhered to within defined SLA’s
Articulate security issues to customers, both verbally and written
Identify opportunities for process improvement
Manage and track customer issues and requests
Support other teams as needed
Train Associate Security Analysts and Security Analysts
Support SOC Tours as required
Qualifications
·
Skills Required
Passion for cyber security, learning, and knowledge sharing
Experience in an operational environment, with customer-facing responsibilities
Previous experience in an information/cyber security role – ideally focused on intrusion detection/security monitoring and analysis
An excellent understanding of the cyber security threat landscape, including detailed technical knowledge about the most prevalent vulnerabilities, threats, attack methods, and infection vectors
Understanding of computer networking, including a detailed understanding of TCP/IP and other core Internet protocols
Excellent technical and troubleshooting skills with the ability to be dynamic and adapt in order to solve complex technical issues with customers and partners
The ability to communicate clearly at all levels, demonstrating strong verbal and written communication skills
Hands on exposure in retrieving information and generating reports using SQL
Experience using python to automate basic analysis tasks
Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
One or more of the following certifications: SANS GCIA, SANS GCFA, SANS GCFE, OSCP
About Accenture
Accenture is a global professional services company with leading capabilities in digital, cloud and security. Combining unmatched experience and specialized skills across more than 40 industries, we offer Strategy and Consulting, Interactive, Technology and Operations services—all powered by the world’s largest network of Advanced Technology and Intelligent Operations centres. Our 506,000 people deliver on the promise of technology and human ingenuity every day, serving clients in more than 120 countries. We embrace the power of change to create value and shared success for our clients, people, shareholders, partners and communities. Visit us at www.accenture.com.
As part of a global diverse workforce you will help organisations across every industry imaginable improve the way they work. Join us and let challenging, interesting and enjoyable work become part of daily life.
Accenture is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of society and does not discriminate on grounds of race, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, marital, domestic or civil partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis as protected by applicable law.
“Accenture cares about your privacy and we process your personal data in accordance with our privacy policy”
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
At Accenture, our philosophy is anchored in recognising that our people are multi-dimensional. We take an intersectional human approach to create a work environment where all people feel like they can bring their authentic selves to work, every day.
We believe that equality drives innovation. Our commitment to accelerating equality starts at the top with our board and CEO and extends across every part of the company. This comes to life when our people own the equality agenda, making it part of their jobs – every decision, every day – and feel free to speak up and to act.
We do not tolerate discrimination because of differences, such as age, ability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, religion, or sexual orientation. We want a workplace that is inclusive and diverse to that end we are setting bold goals and taking comprehensive action. To achieve these goals, we collect information that allows us to track the effectiveness of our Inclusion and Diversity programs.
Life at Accenture
Work where you're inspired to explore your passions and where your talents are nurtured and cultivated. Innovate with leading-edge technologies on some of the coolest projects you can imagine.
Work Environment
Be your best every day in a work environment that helps drive innovation in everything you do.
Training and Development
Take time away to learn and learn all the time in our regional learning hubs, connected classrooms, online courses and learning boards.
View All
Learn More About Accenture
Our more than 600,000 people in more than 120 countries, combine unmatched experience and specialized skills across more than 40 industries. We embrace the power of change to create value and shared success for our clients, people, shareholders, partners and communities.
See how we embrace the power of change to create value and shared success for our clients, people, shareholders, partners and communities.
From entry-level to leadership, across all business and industry segments, get to know our people harnessing technology to make a difference, every day.
View All
Stay Connected
Join Our Team
Search open positions that match your skills and interest. We look for passionate, curious, creative and solution-driven team players.
Keep Up to Date
Stay ahead with careers tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today–all from the people who work here.
Job Alert Emails
Personalize your subscription to receive job alerts, latest news and insider tips tailored to your preferences. See what exciting and rewarding opportunities await.
View All