Security Lead

Accenture Federal Services•Washington, DC

1d•$91,300 - $184,900•Onsite

About The Position

The Security Lead is responsible for overseeing complex risk assessments, security governance, and compliance monitoring. This role demands a deep understanding of Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) and Cyber Defense to ensure the protection of organizational assets and data integrity.

Requirements

Compliance Risk Management
Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity Risk Management
Strong Communication Skills
Extensive experience in Cybersecurity and Audit
In-depth knowledge of Cybersecurity Frameworks such as NIST, FISMA, or SOC 1/SOC 2
Familiarity with FedRAMP and ATO processes
Strong interpersonal skills for collaboration with CISOs, Internal Auditors, and technical architects
Proficiency in risk management and mitigation
US Citizen
Active Secret security clearance
Must be local to Washington, D.C.

Responsibilities

Lead program management support functions for the security workstream, including staffing specialized cyber resources and budgeting for security software.
Execute cybersecurity frameworks, ensuring compliance with NIST, FISMA, or SOC 1/SOC 2 within an ERP environment.
Oversee FedRAMP and ATO (Authority to Operate) processes.
Facilitate the audit lifecycle by serving as the central point of contact for audit inquiries and managing evidence collection.
Monitor and report on security posture through executive-level dashboards on risk exposure and audit-readiness activities.
Provide strategic input on cybersecurity tools, IAM, encryption standards, and secure integration with external interfaces.
Translate technical vulnerabilities into business-risk impact statements for leadership.
Align cybersecurity goals with business objectives to support user productivity and system performance.
Mentor and develop security analysts to enhance their understanding of cybersecurity challenges and GRC automation.