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Accenture Federal Services is seeking an Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to support the security, compliance, and risk management of cloud-based information systems. This role focuses on implementing and maintaining security controls, supporting authorization activities and ensuring systems operate in accordance with established security standards and regulatory requirements.
What you’ll own:
Implement and manage security controls across cloud-based information systems
Support system authorization activities (A&A) and continuous monitoring efforts
Conduct security assessments and risk analyses to identify vulnerabilities and recommend mitigation strategies
Review system configurations and security documentation to ensure compliance with established baselines
Coordinate with system administrators and engineers to support secure system operations
Analyze logs and monitoring tools to identify anomalies, threats, and security events
What you’ll deliver:
Systems that meet security requirements and maintain compliance with authorization standards
Timely identification and remediation of vulnerabilities and security findings
Accurate and complete security documentation supporting system authorization and audits
Continuous monitoring activities that improve overall system security posture
Here's what you need:
Experience implementing security controls and managing cyber risk using RMF, JSIG, or ICD 503 frameworks
Experience reviewing security documentation and/or conducting vulnerability assessments
Experience with SIEM tools (e.g. Splunk) and/or log analysis
DoD 8140 compliance (e.g. Security+, CISSP, CASP, CISM, etc.)
Bonus points if you have:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field, or 4+ years of relevant job or military experience in lieu of degree
Familiarity with cloud environments (e.g. AWS)
Experience with ACAS/Nessus scanning & remediation
Experience with system configuration management across Windows, Linux, or cloud environments
Experience working in a DevSecOps or cloud-based environment
Experience with Agile development methodologies, including Scrum and Kanban
Experience with National Security systems and Air-Gapped Environments
Clearance:
Must have a Top-Secret level government 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, Connecticut, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and the District of Columbia . 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, Connecticut, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts,…