Information System Security Engineer

Accenture Federal Services•Eglin AFB, FL

4d•$100,200 - $203,400

About The Position

Accenture Federal Services is seeking an experienced Cloud Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) to architect, engineer, and maintain secure cloud-based systems. Working as part of a highly specialized team, you will lead cybersecurity authorization and assessment activities for classified information systems. You will ensure systems comply with federal IA directives, protect data across all classification levels, and meet rigorous security design and Risk Management Framework (RMF) compliance standards.

Requirements

Relevant Associate's or Bachelor's degree (or 4 years of relevant IT/military experience in lieu of a degree)
5 years of experience implementing NIST 800 53 and/or JSIG security controls and driving full RMF lifecycle activities
5 years of dedicated experience as an ISSO, ISSM, ISSE, or Cloud Engineer
2 years of hands-on experience securing Windows and Linux operating systems
DoD 8140 compliance (e.g. Security+, CISSP, CASP, etc.)
Active Top Secret Clearance, preferred with SCI eligibility and must be willing to undergo a polygraph examination if necessary

Nice To Haves

Experience with Sentris
Experience with virtualization or cloud
Experience working in a modern DevSecOps project environment
Advanced certifications such as CISSP, Splunk Enterprise Certified Architect/Admin, AWS Certified Security, or other related SIEM/Cloud credentials
Hands-on experience with ACAS/Nessus scanning and SIEM/Splunk dashboard creation for continuous monitoring
Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts plainly to semi-technical customers and interface professionally with government stakeholders
The ability to lead and collaborate in a matrixed team environment while continuously adapting to emerging technologies and threats

Responsibilities

End-to-end security architecture and technical compliance of new and existing cloud-based systems and applications
Expert-level review and validation of RMF authorization packages and Body of Evidence, including System Security Plans (SSP) and Security Control Traceability Matrices (SCTM)
Comprehensive security design reviews, threat assessments, and risk assessments for complex classified environments.
Resilient and secure cloud infrastructure incorporating Identity and Access Management (IAM), encryption, and network security
Advanced security controls and integrations for Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and CI/CD pipelines
Key technical artifacts including POA&Ms, SCTMs, and Risk Assessment Reports (RARs)
Robust incident handling procedures, incident response plans, and detailed system security documentation