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Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Network Security Engineer to design, build, configure and support XML Security Guard / secure gateway solutions in a highly secure environment.

This hands-on role combines network security, secure gateway configuration, XML security, build engineering and DevSecOps to protect and control information flows across systems and security domains.

Key Responsibilities

• Build, configure, integrate and maintain XML Security Guard / secure gateway solutions.
• Configure security policies for controlled XML-based information exchange.
• Design and implement secure network connectivity across protected environments.
• Configure and troubleshoot firewalls, gateways, proxies, routing and network security controls.
• Harden and securely configure COTS security products.
• Support XML validation, filtering and content inspection requirements.
• Troubleshoot network connectivity, application flows and security-policy issues.
• Integrate security Guard products with existing network and application infrastructure.
• Support automated builds, deployments and configuration using DevSecOps / CI/CD practices.
• Perform system testing, upgrades, patching and technical remediation.
• Produce build guides, configuration documentation and technical designs.
• Collaborate with security architects, network engineers and platform teams to deliver secure end-to-end solutions.

Required Skills

• Strong experience in Network Security Engineering.
• Hands-on experience with security gateways, Guards, firewalls, proxies or similar security appliances.
• Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, routing, DNS, HTTP/HTTPS and TLS.
• Understanding of XML, XML messaging and XML-based integrations.
• Knowledge of XML security, including XML Schema/XSD validation, XPath, XSLT, XML signatures or encryption.
• Experience configuring and troubleshooting security/network products in complex environments.
• Experience with Linux/Unix or Windows Server environments.
• Understanding of DevSecOps and CI/CD practices.
• Scripting/automation skills using PowerShell, Bash or Python.
• Active or inactive NV1 security clearance.

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We encourage applications from all people, and we are committed to removing barriers to the recruitment process and employee lifecycle. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, disability status, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, religion or sexual orientation and we do not tolerate discrimination. If you require adjustments to the recruitment process or have a preferred communication method, please email exectalent@accenture.com and cite the relevant Job Number, or contact us on +61 2 9005 5000.

Learn how Accenture protects your personal data and know your rights in relation to your personal data. Read more about our Privacy Statement