Information System Security Officer (ISSO)
About The Position
Accenture Federal Services is seeking an Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to support the security, compliance, and risk management of cloud-based information systems. The role focuses on implementing and maintaining security controls, supporting authorization activities, and ensuring systems operate in accordance with established security standards and regulatory requirements. The position supports system authorization and continuous monitoring, conducts security assessments and risk analyses, reviews system configurations and security documentation, and collaborates with system administrators and engineers to support secure operations. It also uses logs and monitoring tools to identify anomalies, threats, and security events. The desired outcomes include systems that meet security requirements and authorization standards, timely identification and remediation of vulnerabilities and security findings, accurate security documentation for authorization and audits, and continuous monitoring that improves the security posture. Applicants must hold a Top-Secret-level government clearance. The position’s listed base pay range in specified states and the District of Columbia is $100,200–$203,400 USD.
Requirements
- 3 years of experience implementing security controls and managing cyber risk using RMF, JSIG, or ICD 503 frameworks.
- Experience reviewing security documentation and/or conducting vulnerability assessments.
- Experience with ACAS/Nessus scanning and remediation.
- Experience with SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk) and/or log analysis.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field, or 4+ years of relevant job or military experience in lieu of a degree.
- DoD 8140 compliance (e.g., Security+, CISSP, CASP, CISM, etc.).
- Must have a Top-Secret-level government clearance.
- US work authorization that does not now or in the future require visa sponsorship.
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with cloud environments (e.g., AWS).
- Experience with system configuration management across Windows, Linux, or cloud environments.
- Experience working in a DevSecOps or cloud-based environment.
- Experience with Agile development methodologies, including Scrum and Kanban.
- Experience with National Security systems and air-gapped environments.
Responsibilities
- Implement and manage security controls across cloud-based information systems.
- Support system authorization activities (A&A) and continuous monitoring efforts.
- Conduct security assessments and risk analyses to identify vulnerabilities and recommend mitigation strategies.
- Review system configurations and security documentation to ensure compliance with established baselines.
- Coordinate with system administrators and engineers to support secure system operations.
- Analyze logs and monitoring tools to identify anomalies, threats, and security events.
- Support timely identification and remediation of vulnerabilities and security findings.
- Maintain accurate and complete security documentation supporting system authorization and audits.
- Perform continuous monitoring activities to improve overall system security posture.
Benefits
- Accenture Federal Services offers a wide variety of benefits; specific benefits are not listed in the posting.
- Hands-on experience, certifications, and industry training are offered as opportunities for employees to grow and learn.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
