
Cyber Network Security Architecture - Senior Consultant
Deloitte
Chicago, IL
Information Technology
Recruiting for this role ends on 12/31/2026.
Work you'll do
As a Senior Consultant, Security Architecture on the Cyber team, you will be responsible for...
- Assessing network security architectures, controls, and configurations across on-premises and cloud environments
- Designing and implementing network security solutions, including firewalls, virtual private networks, intrusion detection and prevention systems, and segmentation controls
- Translating business, risk, and compliance requirements into technical security designs and implementation plans
- Supporting client workshops, security assessments, remediation planning, and project deliverables
- Coordinating with technical and business stakeholders to manage workstreams, track milestones, and report progress
- Ability to work independently and collaborate as part of a team
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Meticulous attention to detail and quality of work product
- Ability to build and sustain professional relationships
- Ability to lead projects or workstreams
- Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
- Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor
- Ability to meet deadlines
- Ability to provide clear guidance to others
Deloitte's Cyber practice helps organizations protect enterprise networks, cloud platforms, and digital assets against evolving threats. The team works across strategy, architecture, implementation, and transformation efforts to strengthen security posture and support business objectives. Professionals in this group collaborate with clients across industries to modernize network security capabilities and address complex risk environments.
Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Engineering, or another technical field
- 4+ years of experience in network security, cybersecurity engineering, or infrastructure security
- 3+ years of experience designing and implementing firewalls, intrusion detection and prevention systems, virtual private networks, and network segmentation controls
- 2+ years of experience securing Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud Platform network environments
- 2+ years of experience with one or more of the following: Palo Alto Networks, Cisco, Fortinet, or Check Point security platforms
- Ability to travel 50%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve.
- Limited immigration sponsorship may be available.
- Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or Engineering
- One or more of the following certifications: Certified Information Systems Security Professional, Certified Cloud Security Professional, Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer, or Cisco Certified Network Professional Security
- Experience implementing zero trust architecture or secure access service edge solutions
- Experience supporting security assessments, remediation programs, or incident response activities
- Experience in consulting or other client-facing delivery environments
- Experience developing security standards, architecture diagrams, or technical design documentation
You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.
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