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This job posting is for an Expression of Interest (EOI) only and may or may not be linked to an active hiring demand. If you meet the qualifications, you may be considered for current or future opportunities and aligned to an actual active hiring demand. Only candidates selected for processing and matched to a specific role will be contacted by Accenture.

NETWORK SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT / CONSULTANT

• Work on high-impact, enterprise-scale cloud/network transformation projects
• Provide deep expertise in Palo Alto and Netskope technologies
• Work location: Canberra
• Security Requirement: Due to the secure nature of this role, we are seeking candidates who are Australian Citizens or individuals with active security clearance, or those who are eligible to obtain clearance.
• Employment Type: Full-time

ABOUT THE TEAM

We are the Infrastructure Engineering Technology team—trusted advisors in IT strategy and implementation for global enterprises. With a strong track record in data center and cloud migration programs, we are currently supporting a major transformation initiative and seeking a Network SME to provide deep technical expertise and design leadership across SD-WAN, SASE, Cloud Networking in multi-vendor environments.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• 10+ years in enterprise network design and implementation
• 3–5 years in cloud or data center migration projects
• Strong hands-on experience with Palo Alto Firewalls and Netskope SASE (primary requirement)
• Proficiency with Cisco and Juniper platforms (secondary requirement)
• Skilled in developing technical documentation and implementation plans
• Familiarity with ITIL and change management processes

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are looking for a highly skilled Network Subject Matter Expert to support a large-scale cloud/network transformation program. This role is ideal for experienced professionals who bring deep technical knowledge in SD-WAN and SASE, and are comfortable working in complex, multi-vendor environments.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design and document network solutions to support cloud migration, including HLDs, LLDs, and configuration templates
• Provide subject matter expertise in SD-WAN and SASE technologies
• Support the implementation of cloud connectivity solutions across Azure, AWS, and GCP
• Collaborate with delivery teams to ensure alignment with architecture and security standards
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex network issues during migration and post go-live
• Contribute to test planning, execution, and cut-over strategies