Accenture

Cybersecurity Engineer

Accenture$78K — $160K *
Technical Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
  • Minimum 4 years in DoD-compliant cybersecurity or security engineering.
  • In-depth knowledge of security controls and incident response processes.
  • Degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Information Systems, IT, or Software Engineering, or DoD 8140 Certification needed.
  • Active security clearance required (Secret, Top Secret, TS/SCI, or TS/SCI with Polygraph).

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement cybersecurity solutions for compliance with federal requirements.
  • Develop secure architectures integrating NIST and federal security controls.
  • Conduct risk and vulnerability assessments on existing systems.
  • Embed secure coding practices in development workflows.
  • Lead security testing initiatives, including penetration testing and code reviews.
  • Monitor and analyze security events and execute incident response protocols.
  • Enhance security governance and intelligence efforts by staying up to date with emerging threats.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive healthcare options.
  • Generous retirement savings plans with company matching.
  • Flexible working arrangements, including remote work opportunities.
  • Professional development and educational reimbursement programs.
  • Paid time off for personal and family needs.
Full Job Description
Job Description

The Cybersecurity Engineer will design, implement, and manage cybersecurity solutions to ensure compliance with federal requirements, integrating security into the DevSecOps lifecycle. They will develop secure architectures, implement NIST and federal security controls, conduct risk and vulnerability assessments, and manage tools like firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and SIEM solutions. Responsibilities include embedding secure coding practices, conducting security testing (static/dynamic analysis, code reviews, penetration testing), integrating automated scans into continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines, and implementing authentication, authorization, and data protection measures. They will lead threat modeling, monitor and analyze security events, execute incident response procedures, and design Zero Trust architectures. This role involves developing security policies, performing audits, maintaining compliance documentation, and collaborating with teams to integrate security best practices. Staying current with emerging threats and technologies, they will enhance the organization's security posture and contribute to governance and threat intelligence efforts.

Must have:
  • A Bachelor's degree (or 4 years of equivalent experience)
  • 4 years of experience in DoD-compliant cybersecurity or security engineering.
  • Proficient with security controls, assessments, and security incident response
  • Bachelors in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Information Systems, Information Technology or Software Engineering, OR possess a DoD 8140 Certification

Security Clearance:
  • Active Secret, Top Secret, TS/SCI, or TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance required, depending on position


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:

$78,600-$160,200 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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