Network Security Consultant - Firewall Specialist
Accenture — Porto
Posted 2026-05-25
Accenture is seeking a skilled and passionate mid-to-senior Firewall Security Consultant to join our team in Porto. This role focuses on hands-on firewall rule analysis, implementation, and maintenance using Check Point and Palo Alto technologies. You will play a key role in securing network infrastructure, supporting firewall operations, and contributing to the continuous improvement of our security posture. The ideal candidate will have several years of real-world experience in firewall operations and be comfortable working in a fast-paced, multi-vendor environment You will participate in security initiatives across Infrastructure and Network Security combining technical specialization responsibilities. You will champion a security-first culture, participate in initiatives that protect client platforms and data, reduce risk exposure, strengthen defenses, and continuously improve the client's overall security posture. Responsibilities Analyze, optimize, and implement firewall rules using Check Point SmartConsole and Palo Alto Panorama Perform daily firewall operations including rule base management, policy deployment, and troubleshooting Conduct regular firewall policy reviews and