Security Engineer

Colorado Springs, CO

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Accenture Federal Services delivers a range of innovative, tech-enabled services for the U.S. Federal Government to address the complex, sensitive challenges of national security and intelligence missions.

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Job Description: 

Accenture Federal Services is seeking an ISSE who 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.

  • 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 and assessments to inspect IA plans and security control implementations and support Incident Response Team (IRT) activities.

Here's what you need:

  • DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification or higher (Sec+, CISSP, CASP, etc.)
  • 2+ years of implementing NIST 800-53, Rev 4 and the Risk Management Framework (RMF)
  • 2+ years of experience with Windows and Linux environments.
  • 2+ years of experience with virtualization or cloud environments.
  • 2+ years of using information security and assurance practices and principles.

Bonus points if you have:

  • 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.
  • Experience with MS Active Directory, Splunk, ACAS/Nessus, McAfee, Windows, Linux, AWS Security, etc.
  • 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
  • JSIG or ICD 503 compliance

Security Clearance:

  • An active TS/SCI clearance is required to start

Compensation for roles at Accenture Federal Services varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set and level of experience. As required by local law, Accenture Federal Services provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in California, Colorado, New York City or Washington as set forth below and information on benefits offered is here.    

Role Location: Range of Starting Pay for role  

California: $105,200 - $168,400 

Colorado: $105,200 - $145,500 

New York City: $121,700 - $168,400

Washington: $112,100 - $154,900

 


Eligibility Requirements

US Citizenship required.


Important information

Applicants for employment in the US must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States and with Accenture Federal Services

Accenture Federal Services is an EEO and Affirmative Action Employer of Females/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. An active security clearance or the ability to obtain one may be required for this role. Accenture Federal Services is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women. Candidates who are currently employed by a client of Accenture or an affiliated Accenture business may not be eligible for consideration.

 


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Accenture is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences, such as age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity and expression, religion or sexual orientation.

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Tags: ACAS Active Directory AWS C CASP+ CISSP Clearance Cloud Compliance DevSecOps DoD DoDD 8570 Forensics ICD 503 Incident response ISSE Linux Monitoring Nessus NIST NIST 800-53 Risk assessment Risk Assessment Report Risk management RMF SCTM Security assessment Security Clearance SIEM Splunk System Security Plan TS/SCI Windows

Perks/benefits: Salary bonus Startup environment

Region: North America
Country: United States
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