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Security Architect

Accenture

Accenture

IT
Posted on Aug 21, 2025
Project Role : Security Architect
Project Role Description : Define the cloud security framework and architecture, ensuring it meets the business requirements and performance goals. Document the implementation of the cloud security controls and transition to cloud security-managed operations.
Must have skills : Palo Alto Networks Prisma Access Secure Access Service Edge (SASE)
Good to have skills : NA
Minimum 2 year(s) of experience is required
Educational Qualification : 15 years full time education

"Summary: As a Security Architect, you will define the cloud security framework and architecture, ensuring it meets the business requirements and performance goals. Your typical day will involve collaborating with various teams to document the implementation of cloud security controls and facilitate the transition to cloud security-managed operations, ensuring that all security measures align with organizational objectives and compliance standards. You will engage in discussions to refine security strategies and provide insights that enhance the overall security posture of the organization. Roles & Responsibilities: - Design, deploy, and manage Palo Alto Networks next-generation firewalls in enterprise and data center environments. - Configure and support GlobalProtect VPN solutions for remote access and secure user connectivity. - Implement and manage Prisma Access / Prisma SASE solutions to provide secure cloud-delivered security services. - Administer and maintain Fortinet FortiGate firewalls, including rule management, policy enforcement, and firmware upgrades. - Monitor, analyze, and respond to network security incidents and alerts. - Perform firewall migrations, rule optimization, and compliance audits. - Collaborate with infrastructure, cloud, and application teams to ensure secure architecture and deployments. - Create and maintain technical documentation, network diagrams, and operational procedures. - Stay current on evolving threats, technologies, and best practices in the cybersecurity landscape. Professional & Technical Skills: -Must To Have Skills: Proficiency in Palo Alto Networks Firewalls and Palo Alto Prisma Access. - Excellent knowledge on Palo Alto firewall, content update, wildfire , URL filtering, NAT. - Hands on Experience on Prisma, Prisma Gateway, security policy, dns security, decryption ,file blocking and Tunnel Management, Good Troubleshooting skill on Firewall issue, Global Protect, application slowness issue. - Understanding of Threat protection, EDL, SSL Inspection ,VPN technology. - Strong understanding of network security protocols and best practices. - Experience with security incident response and threat analysis. - Familiarity with compliance standards and regulatory requirements in security. - Ability to design and implement security architectures tailored to organizational needs. - Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) Minimum 2 year(s) of experience is required Prisma SASE 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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