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Who we are:

Accenture in the Philippines is a pioneer in Accenture's global delivery network. Over the past 30 years, we have expanded our capabilities to become a powerhouse company providing end-to-end technology and business services. As part of Accenture's global footprint in over 120 countries, covering 40-plus industries, we have been working with the biggest companies in the country and around the globe.

Innovation, a constant at Accenture, enables us to find new ways to stay ahead of our clients challenges. Our inclusive, diverse, and strong culture of equality helps us constantly drive innovation in the workplace. By combining our industry expertise and the deep skills of our people with the latest technologies and our uncompromising high-performance standards, we help organizations grow their business and succeed in the digital age.

What's in it for you

At Accenture you will work on meaningful and innovative projects, powered by the latest technologies. You'll be immersed in industry best practices such as event-driven architectures and domain-driven designs. Accenture will continually invest in your learning and growth. You'll work with Accenture's certified practitioners, and Accenture will support you in growing your own tech stack and certifications.

Role Overview

Join our cybersecurity operations team and play a critical role in protecting enterprise networks and cloud environments.

As a Network Security Engineer, you will lead the management and optimization of firewall and Zscaler environments, ensuring secure connectivity, policy enforcement, and threat prevention across the organization. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and continuously improve network security strategies in a dynamic enterprise setting.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage firewall and Zscaler operations, ensuring availability, performance, and security compliance

Configure, monitor, and troubleshoot firewall policies and cloud-based security controls

Implement and enforce network security policies aligned with organizational and regulatory standards

Analyze security logs and traffic patterns to identify threats and recommend mitigation actions

Collaborate with infrastructure, cloud, and security teams to integrate security controls into enterprise architecture

Support incident response activities related to network and perimeter security

Drive continuous improvement by identifying gaps and recommending enhancements to security configurations and processes

Mentor team members and contribute to knowledge sharing and capability development

Requirements:

At least 3 years of experience in Firewall Management / Network Security Operations

Hands-on experience with:

Firewall technologies (configuration, policy management, troubleshooting)

Zscaler (ZIA/ZPA) or similar cloud security platforms

Strong understanding of:

Network protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, VPN, etc.)

Enterprise network security architecture

Experience in:

Security policy enforcement

Incident response related to network security

Ability to analyze logs and generate actionable insights to mitigate risks

Strong communication skills and ability to work with cross-functional teams

Additional Information:

Must be amenable with possible shifting schedule at Cubao, with a hybrid work set-up.

What we believe:

All our leaders are committed to building a better, stronger and more durable company for future generations to create positive, long-lasting change. Inclusion and diversity are fundamental to our culture and core values. Our rich diversity makes us more innovative and creative, which helps us better serve our clients and our communities.

Our position as partner to many of the world's leading businesses, organizations and governments affords us both an extraordinary opportunity and a tremendous responsibility to make a difference. Sustainability is one of our greatest responsibilities, which we embed it into everything we do and for everyone we work with.

Accenture is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you require reasonable accommodation to enable your participation in the recruitment process, they will be happy to assist you.

What's in it for you

Competitive Total Rewards (Compensation, Performance Bonus, 13th Month Pay, Day 1 HMO & Life Insurance Coverage)

Expanded maternity leave up to 120 days*

Expanded paternity leave up to 30 days*

Flexible Working Arrangements*

Healthy and Encouraging Work Environment

Company-sponsored trainings like upskilling and certification

Employee Stock Purchase Pan

Loyalty and Christmas Gift

Inclusion and Diversity Benefits

Car and housing plan*

Terms & Conditions apply

Equal employment Opportunity Statement:

All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.

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Network Security Engineer Firewall & Zscaler Operations