Audit & Information System Security Officer (ISSO)

Accenture Federal Services•Washington, DC

About The Position

The Senior Information System Security Officer (ISSO) ensures the security, compliance, and continuous monitoring of enterprise information systems. This role supports federal security frameworks, risk management activities, and audit readiness efforts while safeguarding sensitive organizational data. The ISSO will collaborate with technical teams, leadership, and auditors to assess vulnerabilities, maintain authorization documentation, and strengthen governance and compliance processes across the environment.

Requirements

7–9 years of experience in cybersecurity, compliance, or audit
Strong knowledge of GRC, RMF, NIST 800‑53, FISMA, SOC 1/SOC 2, and federal cybersecurity guidelines
Experience supporting security compliance within enterprise or ERP environments
Proficiency with GRC tools and audit logging platforms
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills to assess root causes and recommend mitigations
Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast‑paced, audit‑driven environment
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex topics for non‑technical audiences
Demonstrated collaboration skills across functional and technical teams
Must hold an active TS clearance
US Citizen (no dual citizenship)

Nice To Haves

CISSP, CISM, CAP, Security+, or similar certifications
Experience supporting federal agency audits
Familiarity with SIEM platforms (e.g., Splunk) or endpoint detection and response tools
Experience developing and delivering security awareness training

Responsibilities

Support risk management and continuous monitoring activities to identify and mitigate security vulnerabilities
Administer and maintain GRC tools to support audit logging, compliance reporting, and security control monitoring
Prepare documentation and evidence to support federal audits (NIST 800‑53, FISMA, SOC 1/SOC 2, DATA Act, etc.)
Maintain and update Security Authorization Package artifacts such as SSPs, Risk Assessments, and Security Control Assessments
Support remediation activities and track audit inquiries and corrective actions
Assist with project management functions including milestone tracking, compliance forecasting, and deliverable oversight
Produce regular security posture reports and executive‑level dashboards
Ensure enforcement of security policies, procedures, and RMF requirements
Work cross‑functionally with administrators, developers, and stakeholders to integrate security best practices
Translate complex technical vulnerabilities into clear, actionable insights for leadership and auditors