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Accenture · 5 hours ago

Network and Security Services Solutions Architect*

Chicago, IL

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$74K/yr - $219K/yr

8+ years exp

Accenture, through its subsidiary Navisite, is a trusted digital transformation partner for global brands, specializing in managed services and cloud solutions. The role involves serving as a Presales Solution Architect specializing in Security and Network, where you will design secure and scalable network and cybersecurity solutions, engage with clients, and ensure compliance with security standards.

Business Information SystemsConstructionConsultingInformation ServicesInformation TechnologyInfrastructureManagement ConsultingOutsourcing

No H1B

Responsibilities

Design and articulate high‑level network and cybersecurity architectures that align with customer requirements, compliance standards, and enterprise IT strategies

Define reference designs for SD‑WAN/SASE/Zero‑Trust, cloud networking (Azure/AWS/GCP), segmentation, firewalls, and secure remote access

Build delivery models (operate, enhance, transform) with clear SLAs, KPIs, RACI, and transition plans

Collaborate with sales stakeholders to qualify opportunities and craft compelling technical proposals addressing risk, security posture, and network resilience

Shape solution scope, assumptions, dependencies, and pricing inputs; contribute to SOWs and commercial terms with Legal/Commercial

Lead client engagements, including technical demonstrations, proofs of concept, pilots, and security assessments to evidence value and feasibility

Present architecture rationale, trade‑offs, and value realization to IT leadership, CISOs, and business executives

Advise customers on security best practices, emerging threats, network modernization, and resilience improvements

Recommend controls and operating models aligned to ITIL, Zero‑Trust, and defense‑in‑depth principles

Develop and maintain deep understanding of technologies such as firewalls, VPN/ZTNA, IDS/IPS, SIEM, XDR, SOAR, cloud security platforms, network observability, and automation

Ensure proposals meet enterprise security governance and regulatory compliance, including risk‑management frameworks and certifications relevant to customer environments (NIST, ISO 27001, PCI, SOC 2, FedRAMP, GDPR, etc.)

Lead internal Technology Delivery sign‑off aligning scope, risks, commercials, and feasibility

Partner with engineering, delivery, and product teams to ensure smooth handover, readiness, and successful implementation

Where appropriate, support early deal stabilization to de‑risk transition

Stay updated on industry trends, threat landscapes, and vendor roadmaps to continuously innovate offerings

Support technical training, marketing presentations, and participation in industry events

Qualification

Network ArchitectureCybersecuritySolution ArchitectureCloud NetworkingSecurity FrameworksCompliance StandardsZero-Trust ModelsTechnical PresentationsITILPresales EngineeringClient EngagementTechnical ProposalsThought LeadershipCollaborationCommunication Skills

Required

Minimum 8 years in a technology environment, specifically in a Network and Cybersecurity capacity

Minimum 5 years in solution planning, deal shaping, presales engineering, or enterprise solution architecture

Minimum of 2 years of hands‑on experience and knowledge of network architectures (LAN/WAN, SD‑WAN/SDN, cloud networking) and security technologies: firewalls (Palo Alto, Cisco, Fortinet, Check Point), endpoint protection, IDS/IPS, SIEM/XDR/SOAR, ZTNA/SASE, VPN, and cloud security controls

Understanding and familiarity with security frameworks and compliance standards (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, FedRAMP, GDPR) and experience navigating customer accreditation processes

Bachelor's degree or equivalent (12 years of work experience). If Associate's Degree: 6 years minimum relevant experience required

Preferred

You have relevant certifications (one or more preferred): CISSP, CCNP Security/CCIE Security, PCNSE, NSE, AZ‑500/AZ‑700, AWS Security/Specialty, GSEC/GCIH/GCIA

You have experience designing Zero‑Trust, SASE, micro‑segmentation, and cloud‑native security architectures; familiarity with automation/orchestration (Terraform, Ansible, Python)

You have strong understanding of ITIL service operations and managed‑service delivery models