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Security Engineer

Accenture

Accenture

Software Engineering
Posted on Aug 4, 2025
Project Role : Security Engineer
Project Role Description : Apply security skills to design, build and protect enterprise systems, applications, data, assets, and people. Provide services to safeguard information, infrastructures, applications, and business processes against cyber threats.
Must have skills : Palo Alto Networks Prisma Access Secure Access Service Edge (SASE), Palo Alto Networks Firewalls, Palo Alto ICS/SCADA Security
Good to have skills : NA
Minimum 2 year(s) of experience is required
Educational Qualification : 15 years full time education

Summary: As a Security Engineer, you will apply your security skills to design, build, and protect enterprise systems, applications, data, assets, and people. A typical day involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to assess security needs, implementing protective measures, and continuously monitoring systems to safeguard against cyber threats. You will engage in proactive discussions to identify potential vulnerabilities and develop strategies to mitigate risks, ensuring the integrity and confidentiality of sensitive information while adapting to the evolving landscape of cybersecurity challenges. Roles & Responsibilities: - Expected to perform independently and become an SME. - Required active participation/contribution in team discussions. - Contribute in providing solutions to work related problems. - Conduct regular security assessments and audits to identify vulnerabilities and recommend improvements. - Develop and implement security policies and procedures to ensure compliance with industry standards. Professional & Technical Skills: - Candidates should have hands-on experience with Prisma Access, Global Protect, or Palo Alto security policy management via Panorama. - Understanding of cloud-delivered security and troubleshooting user connectivity issues is essential. - Experience in working with enterprise-level deployments and incident response. - Palo Alto certifications (PCNSA/PCNSE) will be an added advantage - Must Have Skills: Proficiency in Palo Alto Networks Prisma Access Secure Access Service Edge (SASE), Palo Alto Networks Firewalls, Palo Alto ICS/SCADA Security. - Strong understanding of network security protocols and best practices. - Experience with incident response and threat analysis. - Familiarity with security information and event management (SIEM) tools. - Knowledge of cloud security principles and practices. Additional Information: - The candidate should have minimum 2 years of experience in Palo Alto Networks Prisma Access Secure Access Service Edge (SASE). - This position is based at our Bengaluru office. - A 15 years full time education is required.15 years full time education

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