Job Description About Accenture Accenture is a global professional services company with leading capabilities in digital, cloud and security. Combining unmatched experience and specialized skills across more than 40 industries, we offer Strategy and Consulting, Technology and Operations services and Accenture Song — all powered by the world's largest network of Advanced Technology and Intelligent Operations centers. Our 750,000 people deliver on the promise of technology and human ingenuity every day, serving clients in more than 120 countries. We embrace the power of change to create value and shared success for our clients, people, shareholders, partners and communities. Visit us at www.accenture.com. Join Accenture and help transform leading organisations and communities around the world. The sheer scale of our capabilities and client engagements and the way we collaborate, operate and deliver value provides an unparalleled opportunity to grow and advance. Choose Accenture and make delivering innovative work part of your extraordinary career. Network Design and Implementation Design, configure, and deploy network solutions in alignment with organizational requirements. Implement and manage VMware NSX to provide network virtualization and security. Utilize VMware HCX to facilitate application migration and workload rebalancing across hybrid clouds. Deploy and manage Azure VMware Solution for seamless integration with Azure cloud services. Firewall Management Configure and administer Fortinet Firewalls to ensure robust network security. Manage Azure Firewalls to protect cloud resources and maintain compliance with security policies. Routing and Switching Design and configure routing and switching protocols to ensure optimal network performance. Troubleshoot and resolve network connectivity issues to maintain high availability. Load Balancing Deploy and manage F5 Load Balancers to distribute traffic across multiple servers and ensure reliability. Utilize Cloud Native Load Balancers to optimize traffic distribution in cloud environments. Monitoring and Maintenance Monitor network performance and proactively identify and resolve issues to maintain service quality. Conduct regular maintenance and updates to ensure network infrastructure is up-to-date and secure. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field. 5 years of experience in network engineering, with a focus on hands-on implementation and management. Strong expertise in VMware NSX, VMware HCX, and Azure VMware Solution. Proven experience with Fortinet Firewalls and Azure Firewalls. In-depth knowledge of routing and switching protocols. Experience with F5 Load Balancers and Cloud Native Load Balancers. Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex network issues. Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment. Relevant certifications (e.g., VMware Certified Professional, Fortinet NSE, Azure certifications) are a plus. Experience with network automation and scripting (e.g., Python, Ansible). Knowledge of cloud networking and security best practices. Familiarity with network monitoring tools and platforms. Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. Additional Requirements: Security Clearance Requirement : Given the secure nature of this role, we are seeking candidates who are Australian Citizens with an active security clearance or are eligible for obtaining security clearance. This requirement ensures that all team members are cleared to handle sensitive information and contribute to maintaining the highest standards of security in our operations. On-call and Shift Expectations: This position is primarily focused on managed services, meaning you will be responsible for maintaining and improving our clients' IT systems (Applications and Infrastructure). Flexibility and adaptability are key, as you may be required to work in shifts to provide continuous support. Additionally, you may need to be on call to address incidents promptly and perform after-hours deployment activities as needed. Your ability to effectively manage these responsibilities will be crucial to ensuring the seamless operation of our services and client satisfaction. Must be willing to work from Accenture/client office location 3 days a week (2 days WFH) Benefits of working at Accenture: 18 weeks paid parental leave Long & short-term career break opportunities Structured career development program Local and international career opportunities. 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