Cyber Security Engineer Senior
About The Position
At Accenture Federal Services, the Cyber Security Engineer plays a critical role in safeguarding complex systems and networks by implementing and managing robust security measures. The role supports US federal government missions across defense, national security, public safety, civilian, and military health organizations. The engineer applies and maintains security controls in compliance with ICD 503 and NIST 800-53 standards, assesses and mitigates risks through automated vulnerability and compliance scans, and helps keep systems secure against evolving threats. The work spans Linux and Windows systems, cloud platforms, and networking equipment. The role also contributes to the Intelligence Community Assessment Process, aligning security measures with intelligence operations. Success requires expertise securing diverse technical environments, identifying and remediating vulnerabilities, maintaining compliance, adapting to changing security conditions, and staying current with emerging threats. An active TS/SCI with Poly security clearance is required.
Requirements
- 7+ years of experience in IC system security.
- Experience with cloud security.
- Experience with cybersecurity assessment.
- Experience with network security.
- Experience with ICD 503 security controls.
- Experience with NIST 800-53 security controls.
- Experience with the Intelligence Community Assessment Process.
- Experience with vulnerability and compliance scanning using automated scanning tools.
- Experience implementing security controls across Linux, Windows, cloud, and networking equipment.
- Active TS/SCI with Poly security clearance is required.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree.
- Field-specific skills or certifications related to Information Systems Security Engineering.
Responsibilities
- Apply and maintain security controls in compliance with ICD 503 and NIST 800-53 standards.
- Assess and mitigate risks by conducting vulnerability and compliance scans using automated tools.
- Help ensure systems remain secure and resilient against evolving threats.
- Implement security controls across Linux, Windows, cloud platforms, and networking equipment.
- Contribute to the Intelligence Community Assessment Process and align security measures with intelligence-operation requirements.
- Identify and remediate vulnerabilities and maintain a proactive approach to compliance.
Benefits
- Accenture Federal Services offers a wide variety of benefits; specific benefits are not listed in the posting.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
