Overview
Network and Endpoint Security Architect - Location: London
Due to the nature of client work you will be willing to go through a Security Clearance process as part of this role, which requires 5+ years UK address history at the point of application.
Accenture is a leading global professional services company providing a broad range of services in strategy and consulting, interactive, technology and operations, with digital capabilities across all of these services. We apply industry expertise and next-generation technology to each business challenge. We are committed to inclusion and diversity and to supporting the whole person, with core values including Stewardship, Best People, Client Value Creation, One Global Network, Respect for the Individual and Integrity.
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Role: Network and Endpoint Security Architect - you will:
- Act as the technical lead in customer-facing engagements, translating complex security needs into effective solution architectures
- Design Zero Trust-aligned network and endpoint architectures, including segmentation, micro-segmentation, NAC, and DNS-layer threat protection
- Lead conversations around network modernization, helping clients evolve from legacy architectures to software-defined, cloud-integrated, and policy-driven network designs
- Deliver workshops, product demonstrations, and proof-of-concept engagements to showcase technical capabilities
- Work with internal stakeholders (sales, product, and delivery) to ensure solutions are deliverable, scalable, and aligned to client requirements and their environments
Essential skills and experience for this role:
- 14+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with strong emphasis on network and endpoint security architecture
- Proven ability to operate in a technical pre-sales or consulting capacity, translating customer requirements into secure solution designs
- Strong understanding of network security principles, including firewalls, IDS/IPS, NAC, VPN, and network segmentation/micro-segmentation
- Experience driving network modernization initiatives, including transitions from legacy infrastructure to SD-WAN, SASE, and cloud-native security models
- Hands-on experience with endpoint protection and EDR platforms (e.g., CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, Microsoft Defender, Tanium)
- Familiarity with DNS security tools and strategies (e.g., Zscaler, Cisco Umbrella, Infoblox) and their role in threat containment
- Deep knowledge of Zero Trust Architecture, lateral movement prevention, and alignment to MITRE ATT&CK and NIST CSF
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence technical and business stakeholders at all levels
- Experience supporting RFP/RFI processes, technical solution documentation, and BoM development
Key Responsibilities
- Client Engagement & Technical Skills
- Serve as the technical lead in pre-sales engagements focused on network and endpoint security
- Conduct client discovery sessions, workshops, and assessments with emphasis on segmentation strategies, visibility, and threat defence
- Deliver compelling technical presentations and product demonstrations to both technical and business audiences
- Solution Design & Architecture
- Design and validate secure architectures incorporating network segmentation/micro-segmentation, DNS-layer protection, and endpoint telemetry
- Develop integrated solutions leveraging tools like Fortinet, Palo Alto, CrowdStrike, Microsoft Defender, Zscaler, Infoblox, and others
- Recommend strategies for containing lateral movement, hardening east-west traffic, and segmenting access based on identity and risk posture
- Support RFPs, solution briefs, and creation of Bills of Materials (BoMs)
- Collaboration & Enablement
- Align with sales, delivery, and product teams to ensure solutions meet customer needs and implementation capabilities
- Provide input to product teams on feature gaps or enhancements based on customer feedback
- Stay abreast of threat trends, frameworks (e.g., MITRE ATT&CK, Zero Trust), and regulatory requirements
- Set yourself apart
- Industry certifications such as CISSP, SC-200, PCNSE, Fortinet NSE, CCFR, or Zscaler Certified Expert
- Experience designing or implementing micro-segmentation (e.g., Illumio, Guardicore)
- Background in regulated industries like financial services, healthcare, resources or government
- Familiarity with DNS-based threat detection, SIEM/SOAR integration, and CASB
Why Join Us at Accenture in This Role?
- Leadership in Next-Generation Cybersecurity: Defend digital environments with Zero Trust architecture and threat containment strategies across industries.
- Mastery of Emerging Security Technologies: Hands-on with firewalling, EDR/XDR, micro-segmentation, DNS security, and secure access technologies.
- Global Security Thought Leadership: Work with industry leaders to shape strategies and contribute to thought leadership and innovation hubs.
- Innovation-Driven Solution Development: Design scalable, secure solutions using threat intelligence, AI/ML, and real-time telemetry.
What's in it for you
At Accenture, in addition to a competitive basic salary, you will have an extensive benefits package including 25 days of vacation per year, private medical insurance, and 3 extra days leave per year for charitable work. Flexibility and mobility may be required to spend time onsite with clients.
About Accenture
Accenture is a leading global professional services company with 40+ industries and more than 775,000 people serving clients in 120 countries. We are an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate on any protected basis. Closing Date for Applications: 30/09/2025. Accenture reserves the right to close the role earlier if a suitable applicant is found.
Locations
London
Additional Information
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Accenture is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of society.
Closing Date for Applications: 30/09/2025
