Accenture Federal Services
Information System Security Engineer
About this role
Accenture Federal Services is looking for a Cloud Information Systems Security Engineer to secure cloud environments by ensuring compliance with federal security standards and implementing robust security measures. The role involves leading cybersecurity assessments and designing secure architectures for classified systems.
What you'll do
- Architect and maintain secure cloud-based systems
- Lead cybersecurity authorization and assessment activities
- Conduct security design and risk assessments
- Develop incident response plans and system documentation
- Review RMF authorization packages and security controls
- Ensure compliance with federal information assurance directives
What they're looking for
- Knowledge of NIST 800 53 and JSIG controls
- Experience with RMF lifecycle activities
- Proficiency in securing Windows and Linux systems
- Familiarity with cloud infrastructure and IAM
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to lead in a team environment
- Advanced security certifications (e.g. CISSP, Security+)
- Experience with DevSecOps practices
Benefits
- Collaborative work environment
- Opportunities for professional growth
- Hands-on experience and industry training
- Possibility of certifications
- Empowered community and support
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Accenture Federal Services
Accenture Federal Services builds and maintains mission-critical technology solutions for the U.S. federal government, including cloud infrastructure, enterprise systems integrations, and cyber defense tools. The company is hiring DevOps engineers, full-stack developers, SAP specialists, and test engineers to support classified and unclassified federal government projects.
- Website
- accenturefederal.com
Likely interview questions
- Walk us through your experience implementing NIST 800-53 controls and leading RMF authorization packages from start to finish. What was your role in creating System Security Plans and Security Control Traceability Matrices?
- Describe your hands-on experience securing Windows and Linux operating systems in a classified or highly regulated environment. What specific hardening measures have you implemented?