Senior Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) chez Accenture Federal Services
Accenture Federal Services · Tysons Corner, États-Unis d'Amérique · On-site
- Bureau à Tysons Corner
At Accenture Federal Services, nothing matters more than helping the US federal government make the nation stronger and safer and life better for people. Our 13,000+ people are united in a shared purpose to pursue the limitless potential of technology and ingenuity for clients across defense, national security, public safety, civilian, and military health organizations.
Join Accenture Federal Services, a technology company and part of global Accenture, to do work that matters in a collaborative and caring community, where you feel like you belong and are empowered to grow, learn and thrive through hands-on experience, certifications, industry training and more.
Join us to drive positive, lasting change that moves missions and the government forward!
Join Accenture Federal Services, a technology company and part of global Accenture, to do work that matters in a collaborative and caring community, where you feel like you belong and are empowered to grow, learn and thrive through hands-on experience, certifications, industry training and more.
Join us to drive positive, lasting change that moves missions and the government forward!
As a Senior Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE), you will design, implement, and manage security solutions, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, endpoint protection, and encryption mechanisms to ensure the organization's networks and systems remain secure.
RESPONSIBILTIES
- Conduct regular security assessments to identify vulnerabilities and weaknesses in systems, networks, and applications.
- Develop and implement incident response plans to effectively address security breaches, incidents, and breaches.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish and enforce security policies, standards, and procedures.
- Monitor network traffic, system logs, and security alerts to detect and respond to potential security incidents.
- Analyze and investigate anomalies and security breaches, taking appropriate actions to mitigate risks.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams, including IT, software development, and compliance, to integrate security into all phases of the development lifecycle and ensure a comprehensive approach to cybersecurity.
- Maintain thorough and accurate documentation of security processes, procedures, and configurations.
- Prepare detailed reports on security findings, incidents, and actions taken.
What you’ll need to succeed:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
- 10 years of experience as a cybersecurity engineer with a specialization in designing and building implementations of required security controls and implementing continuous monitoring and auditing of solutions for compliance with security controls.
- Strong skills in specifying and implementing log collection into tools such as Splunk, and performing querying and analysis of aggregated logs to identify security-relevant anomalies or risks.
- Strong experience in implementing security controls from government regulatory frameworks and security standards (e.g., NIST SP 800-53, RMF, ICD 503, FISMA, FedRAMP).
- Experience with implementing controls for data-centric solutions in the cloud within IL5 to IL6+ environments.
- Strong understanding of network protocols, operating systems, and infrastructure components. Proficiency in incident response, security incident handling, and forensic analysis techniques.
- Effective communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- CISSP or equivalent certification to support DoD 8140 requirements.
CLEARANCE
- An active TS/SCI with polygraph clearance is required
As required by local law, Accenture Federal Services provides reasonable ranges of compensation for hired roles based on labor costs in the states of California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Washington, Vermont, the District of Columbia, and the city of Cleveland. The base pay range for this position in these locations is shown below. Compensation for roles at Accenture Federal Services varies depending on a wide array of factors, including but not limited to office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. Accenture Federal Services offers a wide variety of benefits. You can find more information on benefits here. We accept applications on an on-going basis and there is no fixed deadline to apply.
The pay range for the states of California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Washington, Vermont, the District of Columbia, and the city of Cleveland is:
$171,700—$211,800 USD
What We Believe
As a company wholly dedicated to serving the US federal government, we bring together the best talent to help reinvent how federal agencies operate and deliver greater value for their mission and the American people. We have an unwavering commitment to creating a culture in which all our people are respected, feel a sense of belonging, and have equal opportunity. As a business imperative, every person at Accenture Federal Services has the responsibility to create and sustain a culture where everyone feels welcomed and included. This is grounded in our core values and our experience that hiring and developing great people who reflect different perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds is key to driving innovation and delivering the results that our clients and the country count on.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law. Our rich diversity makes us more innovative, more competitive, and more creative, which helps us better serve our clients and our communities. For details, view a copy of the Accenture Federal Services Equal Opportunity Policy Statement.
Accenture Federal Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Additionally, as an Affirmative Action Employer for Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, Accenture Federal Services is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women.
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