Lead Information System Security Officer (ISSO) - Join us in Huntsville, AL!

Accenture Federal Services; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 307,000; Full time

Job summary

Accenture Federal Services is seeking a Lead Information System Security Officer to enhance federal security measures. This role involves creating security artifacts, ensuring compliance with security policies, and leading vulnerability reviews. Ideal candidates will have extensive cybersecurity experience and a Bachelor's degree, along with an active Top Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of cybersecurity and/or IT experience.
• Ability to maintain federal security frameworks.
• Active Top Secret clearance with ability to obtain SCI.

Responsibilities

• Create and own Security Artifacts such as System Security Plans.
• Provide guidance for the development of Plan of Action and Milestone (POA&M).
• Lead vulnerability review meetings with senior leadership.

Skills

Cybersecurity

IT Experience

Security Compliance

Client Presentation

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

NIST 800

FedRAMP

FISMA

RMF

Job description

Lead Information System Security Officer (ISSO) - Join us in Huntsville, AL!

Join to apply for the Lead Information System Security Officer (ISSO) role at Accenture Federal Services.

At Accenture Federal Services, our mission is to help the US federal government strengthen the nation and improve lives. With over 13,000 employees, we are dedicated to leveraging technology and ingenuity across defense, security, public safety, and health sectors.

Join us to work in a collaborative community where you can grow and thrive through hands-on experience, certifications, and industry training.

The Work:

1. Create and own Security Artifacts such as System Security Plans and Security Assessment Reports.
2. Provide guidance and support for the development of Plan of Action and Milestone (POA&M).
3. Create and develop ATO Packages for technology offerings.
4. Propose and ensure systems comply with security policies (NIST 800, FedRAMP, FISMA, RMF, etc.).
5. Review and interpret network and application vulnerability and compliance scans.
6. Lead ongoing quality control analysis of vulnerability processes.
7. Lead vulnerability review meetings with senior leadership.
8. Prepare and present security reports, findings, and recommendations to client leadership.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 10 years of cybersecurity and/or IT experience.
• Bachelor's Degree required; additional experience may substitute for degree.
• Ability to maintain and update federal security frameworks (FedRAMP, FISMA, RMF, NIST SP 800 series, NIST SP 800-53).
• Experience presenting security matters to clients.
• Active Top Secret clearance with ability to obtain SCI.

Preferred Skills and Certifications:

• Experience in system or network administration.
• Certifications such as CISSP, CISA, CISM, Security+, CEH.

We offer competitive compensation based on location and experience, along with comprehensive benefits. The salary range for this role in specified states is $160,700—$306,500 USD.

Our Commitment:

We foster a culture of respect, inclusion, and equal opportunity. We are committed to diversity and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to succeed.