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About the Role

Accenture Security is seeking a skilled Network Security Operations Specialist to join its team in Jeddah. This full-time position focuses on the daily operation and support of network security services, ensuring the secure and reliable functioning of network infrastructure and threat management solutions. The role involves pioneering security solutions that integrate risk strategy, digital identity, cyber defense, application security, and managed services, leveraging next-generation technology to stay ahead of cyber threats.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and support various network security tools, including Firewalls, WAF, API Security, DDoS, IPS, Mail Gateway, Proxy, and NAC solutions.
• Utilize AlgoSec for firewall policy reviews and validations.
• Manage F5 WAF and API security to protect web applications.
• Administer and troubleshoot network security devices and platforms, ensuring secure configurations, availability, and performance across on-premises and cloud environments.
• Implement and manage patching, upgrades, and signature updates for network security solutions according to organization-approved processes.
• Continuously evaluate operational effectiveness, identify gaps, and drive improvement initiatives to enhance the network security posture.
• Support troubleshooting of network and security issues, including traffic analysis and packet capture, to ensure timely and effective resolutions.
• Maintain and update comprehensive operational documentation to ensure consistent and efficient network security practices.
• Support audit and reporting activities to provide transparency into network security operations.
• Escalate complex issues or potential threats as necessary, ensuring efficient and effective resolution.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or equivalent work experience.
• Strong understanding of network security protocols and concepts, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention, malware analysis, and threat detection.
• Hands-on experience with Firewalls, WAF, API Security, DDoS, IPS, Mail Gateway, Proxy, and NAC solutions.
• Knowledge of on-premise environments, including secure configurations and operational management.
• Practical experience in network troubleshooting, including traffic analysis and packet capture techniques.
• Familiarity with security patching, upgrades, and signature management for network security platforms.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with a proactive and continuous improvement mindset.
• Strong communication and documentation skills, with the ability to support audits and generate actionable reports.

Preferred Certifications

• Certification in relevant network security tools such as F5 Certified Administrator or Arbor APS Certification.
• Industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCNP Security, PNSCE, NSE4, or NSE7 are highly desirable.

Work Environment

This is a full-time position based in Jeddah. Accenture Security provides comprehensive security services globally, helping businesses mitigate risks and build resilience through advanced technologies.