Information System Security Engineer

📋 Job Overview

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!

🏢 About Accenture Federal Services

Accenture Federal Services is seeking an Information System Security Engineer to join our team and support our client on a hybrid schedule. The ISSE will work as part of a team reviewing and assessing Risk Management Framework (RMF) authorization body of evidence for classified information systems, to include: System Security Plan (SSP), Security Control Traceability Matrix (SCTM), Continuous Monitoring Plan, Incident Response Plan, Access Control Plan, Security Assessment Plan, etc.

🎯 The Role

Information System Security Engineer to join our team and support our client on a hybrid schedule. The ISSE will work as part of a team reviewing and assessing Risk Management Framework (RMF) authorization body of evidence for classified information systems, to include: System Security Plan (SSP), Security Control Traceability Matrix (SCTM), Continuous Monitoring Plan, Incident Response Plan, Access Control Plan, Security Assessment Plan, etc.

✅ Key Responsibilities

• Review new and existing systems for technical compliance with IA directives and protection of data at all classification levels including SCI
• Advise on in-depth security design review and threat/risk assessments
• Provide inputs to technical artifacts, including Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms), Security Control Traceability Matrices (SCTM), and Risk Assessment Reports (RARs)
• Conduct site visits (as required) and assessments to inspect IA plans and security control implementations and support Incident Response Team (IRT) activities

📌 Required Qualifications

• 4 years of experience implementing NIST 800-53, Rev 4 and/or the Risk Management Framework (RMF)
• 4 years of experience with Windows and/or Linux environments
• 4 years of experience with virtualization or cloud environments
• 2 years of using information security and assurance practices and principles
• Experience with Splunk
• DoD 8140 compliance (e.g. Security+, CISSP, CASP, etc.)

⭐ Desirable Experience

• ACAS/Nessus for scanning experience
• Experience utilizing SIEM/Splunk to configure and operate SIEM, create dashboards, reports
• Experience with Incident handling procedures
• Other Security related certification (Cloud, SIEM, forensics, Linux, Windows, etc)
• Experience working in a DevSecOps project environment
• Formerly or currently a system administrator, developer, or engineer
• JSIG or ICD 503 compliance
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Able to engage with users in a professional manner and present technical concepts plainly to semi-technical customers
• Ability to interface with seasoned Government personnel
• Ability to work in a matrixed team environment and support multiple different efforts as needed
• Desire to learn new technologies and tools and willing to share your experience with the team

🎁 Benefits

The base pay range for this position in these locations is shown below. Compensation for roles at Accenture Federal Services varies depending on a wide array of factors, including but not limited to office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. Accenture Federal Services offers a wide variety of benefits. You can find more information on benefits here.

🛂 Visa & Eligibility

Must have a TS/SCI level clearance