Job DescriptionThe Cybersecurity Engineer will design, implement, and manage cybersecurity solutions to ensure compliance with DoD requirements, integrating security into the DevSecOps lifecycle. Develop secure architectures, implement NIST and DoD security controls, conduct risk and vulnerability assessments, and manage tools like firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and SIEM solutions.
Responsibilities- Embed secure coding practices, conduct security testing (static/dynamic analysis, code reviews, penetration testing), integrate automated scans into continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines, and implement authentication, authorization, and data protection measures
- Lead threat modeling, monitor and analyze security events, execute incident response procedures, and design Zero Trust architectures.
- Developing security policies, performing audits, maintaining compliance documentation, and collaborating with teams to integrate security best practices.
- Stay current with emerging threats and technologies
- Enhance the organization's security posture and contribute to governance and threat intelligence efforts
Must have:- Bachelor's degree (or additional 4 years of equivalent experience) in IT, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, Software Engineering, or related
- 10 years experience with cybersecurity
- Expert knowledge in DoD-compliant cybersecurity engineering
- Proficient with security controls, assessments, and security incident response
- Must meet DoD 8140 requirements
Security Clearance: 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, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Washington, Vermont, 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, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Washington, Vermont, the District of Columbia, and the city of Cleveland is:
$135,200-$278,500 USD
