Lead Cyber Operations - DoD-Grade Security & Zero Trust

Accenture Federal Services; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 135,000 - 279,000; Full time

Job summary

Accenture Federal Services is seeking a Cybersecurity Engineer to design, implement, and manage cybersecurity solutions aligned with DoD requirements. The role focuses on integrating security into the DevSecOps lifecycle, building secure architectures, and applying NIST/DoD controls across platforms.

The candidate will lead threat modeling, monitor security events, and contribute to governance and threat intelligence while staying current with emerging threats and technologies.

Qualifications

• Masters/PhD in computer science, cybersecurity, data science, information systems, information technology, or software engineering.
• Equivalent advanced training in cybersecurity accepted as substitute.

Responsibilities

• Embed secure coding practices and security tests within CI/CD pipelines.
• Lead threat modeling, monitor security events, and design Zero Trust architectures.
• Develop security policies, perform audits, and maintain compliance documentation.

Skills

Years of cybersecurity experience

DoD cybersecurity engineering

Security controls & incident response

Education

Master’s degree or Ph.D. in CS/CS/IT/Info Sys/SW Eng

Equivalent Training: Control Systems Security Specialist (Advanced) Playlist

Job description

Accenture Federal Services is seeking a Cybersecurity Engineer to design, implement, and manage cybersecurity solutions aligned with DoD requirements. The role focuses on integrating security into the DevSecOps lifecycle, building secure architectures, and applying NIST/DoD controls across platforms.

The candidate will lead threat modeling, monitor security events, and contribute to governance and threat intelligence while staying current with emerging threats and technologies.