Cybersecurity Architect

Accenture Federal Services • Arlington, VA

7h

About The Position

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 within global Accenture. Recognized as a Glassdoor Top 100 Best Place to Work, we offer 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! AFS is seeking a Cybersecurity Architect to be responsible for ensuring the security and integrity of IT infrastructure and systems by designing, implementing, and maintaining security measures to protect data, systems, and networks from threats. This role involves working closely with IT teams, project managers, and stakeholders to ensure compliance with federal regulations and best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (or 4 years additional equivalent work experience) in Computer Science, IT, Cybersecurity, or related field
• 4 years of experience in cybersecurity.
• Experience in conducting risk assessments, vulnerability assessments, and penetration testing.
• Experience with security tools like firewalls, IDS/IPS, antivirus, and encryption
• Possess a DoD 8140 Certification
• Must be a US citizen (No Dual Citizenship)
• Active Secret Clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Relevant cybersecurity certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, or CAP)

Responsibilities

• Design and implement security measures for IT infrastructure and systems.
• Maintain security protocols to protect data, systems, and networks from threats.
• Conduct risk assessments, vulnerability assessments, and penetration testing.
• Collaborate with IT teams, project managers, and stakeholders to ensure compliance with federal regulations.
• Utilize security tools such as firewalls, IDS/IPS, antivirus, and encryption.

Benefits

• Accenture Federal Services offers a wide variety of benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior