Accenture

Cyber Engineer

Accenture$106K — $221K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years in cybersecurity and systems engineering
  • Proficient in Network Security Monitoring (NSM) and packet capture (PCAP)
  • Experienced with encrypted traffic inspection and the Zeek framework
  • Skilled in scripting (e.g., Python) for automation
  • Active TS/SCI security clearance required

Responsibilities

  • Lead deployment of the Open NDR SaaS platform across various architectures
  • Integrate data ingestion pipelines with existing SOC workflows
  • Tune detection capabilities and customize Zeek scripts
  • Optimize analytics frameworks with rules like Suricata
  • Stream network evidence to SIEM and EDR tools

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance packages
  • 401(k) plan with company match
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Professional development and training opportunities
  • Generous PTO and holiday leave
Full Job Description
Job Description

A cyber engineer who bridges the gap between infrastructure and security operations. They deploy, manage, and optimize the platform to provide security teams with deep network visibility.

Key Responsibilities
  • Platform Deployment: Lead the physical, virtual, and cloud-based deployment and the Open NDR SaaS platform across diverse enterprise architectures
  • Data Integration & Pipelines: Connect sensor data ingestion pipelines and stream network evidence into existing Security Operations Center (SOC) workflows, SIEM platforms, and XDR/EDR tools (e.g., Splunk, Elastic)
  • Detection & Rule Engineering: Tune detection capabilities, customize Zeek scripts, and optimize analytics frameworks (using rulesets like Suricata) to catch advanced attacks and lateral movements.

Here's What You Need
  • 5 years of combined cybersecurity, network security, and systems engineering experience
  • Deep familiarity with Network Security Monitoring (NSM), packet capture (PCAP), encrypted traffic inspection, and the open-source Zeek framework
  • Proficiency in scripting languages (such as Python) to develop custom tools that automate telemetry enrichment and response playbooks

Security Requirements
  • Active TS/SCI


As required by local law, Accenture Federal Services provides reasonable ranges of compensation for hired roles based on labor costs in the states of California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and the District of Columbia, and the city of Cleveland. 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. We accept applications on an on-going basis and there is no fixed deadline to apply.

The pay range for the states of California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and the District of Columbia, and the city of Cleveland is:

$106,300-$221,100 USD

About Accenture

Accenture plc is a multinational professional services company that provides services in strategy, consulting, digital, technology, and operations. The company has more than 537,000 employees serving clients in more than 120 countries. Accenture operates across five business segments: Communications, Media & Technology; Financial Services; Health & Public Service; Products; and Resources. The company is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, and has offices worldwide.
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Net Income
$5.2 billion
Founded
1989
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Revenue
$44.7 billion
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