Cybersecurity Engineer

Linuxcareers; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 84,900 - 160,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package available

Job summary

Accenture Federal Services is seeking a Cybersecurity Engineer to safeguard systems and data for US federal clients. This role is based onsite in San Diego and emphasizes vulnerability management and risk mitigation, alongside compliance testing and documentation maintenance.

The ideal candidate must have Security+ certification, US citizenship, and an active Secret clearance. Excellent communication skills and familiarity with Linux are preferred. Competitive salary ranging from $84,900 to $160,100 USD annually, with additional benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting ATO efforts with technical input for NIST 800-53 compliance.
• Experience conducting STIG checks for cybersecurity standards compliance.
• Active Secret clearance with ability to obtain TS/SCI.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive vulnerability management and security assessments.
• Identify and mitigate risks across software, hardware, and networking components.
• Maintain and update RMF documentation and provide actionable security recommendations.

Skills

Vulnerability management

Security assessments

Compliance testing

Risk management

System security testing

Education

Security+ Certification

CISSP or CISA Certifications

Linux+ or RHSA Certifications

Tools

Red Hat Enterprise Linux

Job description

Accenture Federal Services is seeking a Cybersecurity Engineer to safeguard systems, networks, and data through vulnerability management and security assessments for US federal government clients. This on-site role in San Diego focuses on identifying and mitigating security risks, conducting compliance testing, and maintaining security documentation.

What You'll Do

• Perform comprehensive vulnerability management and security assessments across systems, networks, and data
• Identify and mitigate risks across software, hardware, and networking components
• Conduct system security testing during lab-based and site-based assessments
• Collaborate with engineering teams to prioritize remediation efforts and ensure Risk Management Framework (RMF) compliance
• Maintain and update RMF documentation including Security Controls artifacts and provide actionable security recommendations

What You Need

• Experience supporting ATO efforts with technical input and security control implementation evidence for NIST 800-53 compliance
• Experience conducting STIG checks to ensure compliance with cybersecurity standards
• Security+ Certification
• US Citizenship (dual citizens not eligible)
• Active Secret clearance with ability to obtain TS/SCI

Nice to Have

• CISSP or CISA Certifications
• Linux+ or RHSA Certifications
• Red Hat Enterprise Linux experience with knowledge of SELinux (MAC and DAC security mechanisms)
• Previous networking experience

$84,900–$160,100 USD annually for specified states and jurisdictions; benefits package available