Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE)

accenturefederalservices; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 92,000 - 179,000; Full time

Job summary

Accenture Federal Services in Colorado Springs seeks an Information System Security Engineer (ISSE) to apply cybersecurity and RMF to Amazon Web Service (AWS) cloud platforms, covering infrastructure, applications, data, and personnel.

You will coordinate with ISSM/ISSO to deploy compliant cloud environments, develop IaC/CaC, and deploy Splunk for security monitoring, with DoD experience and certifications required. This role requires an active TS/SCI clearance.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in Information Technology with DoD networks.
• 5 years of experience with Windows and/or Linux environments.
• 3 years of experience with Splunk deployment and/or administration.
• 1 year of experience with cloud-based systems/tools (AWS preferred).
• 1 year experience with Kubernetes or other container orchestration tools.
• Ability to meet DoD 8570 IAT II requirements (Security+ or higher) within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with the ISSM and ISSO to deploy and monitor an AWS cloud platform in RMF alignment.
• Assist in developing IaC and CaC to orchestrate cloud security solutions with Ansible and Terraform.
• Deploy, configure, and operate Splunk for security monitoring and incident detection on Kubernetes.
• Perform security scans and vulnerability assessments to meet policy and client standards.
• Collaborate with engineering and networking teams on the cloud platform’s deployment.

Skills

Information security

DoD networks

Windows servers

Linux servers

Splunk deployments

Cloud platforms (AWS)

Kubernetes

Security+ or DoD 8570 IAT II

Tools

Ansible

Terraform

ACAS/Nessus

Splunk

Kubernetes

Active Directory

McAfee

Job description

At Accenture Federal Services, nothing matters more than helping the US federal government make the nation stronger and safer and life better for people. Our 13,000+ people are united in a shared purpose to pursue the limitless potential of technology and ingenuity for clients across defense, national security, public safety, civilian, and military health organizations.

Join Accenture Federal Services, a technology company within global Accenture. Recognized as a Glassdoor Top 100 Best Place to Work, we offer a collaborative and caring community where you feel like you belong and are empowered to grow, learn and thrive through hands‑on experience, certifications, industry training and more.

Join us to drive positive, lasting change that moves missions and the government forward!

Accenture Federal Services is seeking an Information System Security Engineer (ISSE) to apply cybersecurity and Risk Management Framework (RMF) experiences to Amazon Web Service (AWS) cloud platform, to include infrastructure, applications, data, and people. If you are looking to grow and develop in cloud cybersecurity, this is the job for you!

Here's what you'll do:

• Coordinate with the ISSM and ISSO to deploy and monitor an Amazon Web Service (AWS) cloud platform in compliance with RMF 800-53 and JSIG processes to receive IATT and ATO at multiple classification levels
• Assist in developing infrastructure-as-code (IaC) and configuration-as-code (CaC) to orchestrate the automated deployment of cloud security solutions (e.g. SIEM, HBSS, NGFW, ACAS, etc.) using Ansible and Terraform
• Deploy, configure, and operate Splunk for security monitoring, log aggregation, and incident detection, including facilitating Splunk deployments running on Kubernetes
• Orchestrate and perform security scans and vulnerability assessments as needed to meet policy, procedures, and client standards
• Collaborate with engineering and networking teams on the cloud platform’s deployment

Here's what you'll need:

• 5 years of experience in Information Technology with DoD networks
• 5 years of experience with Windows and/or Linux environments
• 3 years of experience with Splunk deployment and/or administration
• 1 year of experience with cloud-based systems/tools (AWS preferred)
• 1 year experience with Kubernetes or other container orchestration tools
• Ability to meet DoD 8570 IAT II requirements (Security+ or higher certification) within 90 days of hire

Bonus Points if you have:

• Experience with ACAS/Nessus for scanning SIEM/Splunk to configure and operate SIEM, create dashboards, reports Incident handling procedures
• AWS Certification, such as Solutions Architect, DevOps Engineer, or Security certifications
• Other Security related certification (Cloud, SIEM, forensics, Linux, Windows, etc.)
• Hands on experience with MS Active Directory, Splunk, ACAS/Nessus, McAfee, Windows, Linux, AWS Security, etc.
• Able to engage with users in a professional manner and present technical concepts plainly to semi-technical customers
• Ability to work in a matrixed team environment and support multiple different efforts as needed
• Desire to learn new technologies and tools and willing to share your experience with the team

Security Requirements:

• Active TS/SCI clearance or higher required

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, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and the District of Columbia is:

$91,700 - $178,700 USD

What We Believe

As a company wholly dedicated to serving the US federal government, we bring together the best talent to help reinvent how federal agencies operate and deliver greater value for their mission and the American people. We have an unwavering commitment to creating a culture in which all our people are respected, feel a sense of belonging, and have equal opportunity. As a business imperative, every person at Accenture Federal Services has the responsibility to create and sustain a culture where everyone feels welcomed and included. This is grounded in our core values and our experience that hiring and developing great people who reflect different perspectives, experi