Network & Security Consultant
WE ARE: Accenture’s Infrastructure Engineering (IE) North America are dedicated to strategically solving our client’s cloud services, data center, digital workplace and operating model IT transformation challenges. We create predictability for technology intensive environments by applying proven engineering concepts and practices for long-term solutions. Our team consists of visionary infrastructure transformers, with a multidisciplinary team of technologists, financial analysts, project and program managers. We foster critical thinking and innovation that drive career development. Our reward is in a culture of collaborative experts who drive our industry forward. If you are motivated by turning challenging ideas into reality, creating uncharted value for clients and bringing your best self to your work – we want to connect with you.
WORK YOU’LL DO
We are looking for a Network-Security Consultant to help drive and oversee major network and security transformation projects that span hybrid, cloud, and on-premises settings. This position requires technical expertise in designing, building, and implementing advanced network solutions in client environments, coupled with strong consulting and solutioning skills.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct current‑state assessments, identify gaps, and define target‑state architectures and roadmaps
Act as a technical lead and trusted advisor to clients and delivery teams, with the ability to articulate technology vision with expertise.
Design and support network and security architectural solutions across:
SD‑WAN, SASE, and Edge Networks
Firewalls, micro-segmentation and Zero Trust solutions
Hybrid data center and cloud connectivity (Azure/AWS)
Tool Observability and Automation
Programmatic Networks
Combine network security segmentation, policy optimization, and monitoring with an automation-first mindset and programmatic networking expertise to enhance security posture.
Leverage network observability and automation tools to enhance performance and optimize network management.
Validate AI-assisted analysis with logic, experience, and domain knowledge.
WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR
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3+ years of experience transforming and migrating IT and OT network environments
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Demonstrated ability to lead architectural decisions and drive complex technical discussions
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Proven capability to operate as a solution architect, hands‑on technologist and client advisor
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Strong communication skills with technical and non‑technical stakeholders
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Core Technical Experience: Candidates must have expertise in architecting solutions, combined with hands-on experience in at least one area within each of the following categories:
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Networking: Enterprise LAN/WAN/WLAN, BGP, OSPF, VRF
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Software‑Defined Networking: SD‑WAN platforms, SD-Access, ISE, Catalyst Center (DNAC)
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Security: NGFW, IPS/IDPS, Zero Trust, micro‑segmentation (Cisco, Palo Alto, Fortinet, Juniper, Zscaler, F5)
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Observability & Automation: SolarWinds, Thousand Eyes, Catalyst Center, ISE, SIEM integration, Python, JSON, PowerShell
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Certifications
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CCNP / JNCIP‑ENT / ENCOR or equivalent technical experience
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CCNP Security / PCNSE or equivalent technical experience
NICE TO HAVE
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Bachelor’s degree in computer engineering or in a related discipline
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CCIE or equivalent
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Network / Security certifications (Cisco, Palo Alto, Zscaler, Juniper, Fortinet, Aruba)
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AWS Certified Advanced Networking – Specialty / Microsoft Certified: Azure Network Engineer Associate
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Role Location Hourly Salary Range
British Columbia/Ontario $33.39 to $57.43
Calgary, Alberta
Ottawa, Ontario
Regina, Saskatchewan
Toronto, Ontario
Vancouver, British Columbia
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