Senior Cyber Defense & Incident Response Engineer

ASM Research, An Accenture Federal Services Company; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

ASM Research, An Accenture Federal Services Company is seeking an experienced cybersecurity professional to lead incident investigations, define security objectives, and stay ahead of vulnerabilities and threats. The role emphasizes configuring secure systems, evaluating security products, and maintaining incident response programs.

Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field and 8–15 years in systems security, with advanced degrees preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field or equivalent experience; Advanced Degree preferred.
• 8-15 years of experience in systems security.

Responsibilities

• Leads investigation of complex security incidents to determine extent of compromise.
• Defines security objectives and system-level performance requirements.
• Researches and stays abreast of cyber security tools, countermeasures and trends.
• Configures and validates secure systems; tests security products and systems.
• Maintains the computer and information security incident, damage and threat assessment programs.
• Responsible for formal Security Test and Evaluation (ST&E) through reports and accreditation.
• Reviews processes and security protocols and makes recommendations for protection.

Skills

Effective communication

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Encryption knowledge

Vulnerability assessment

Penetration testing

Incident response

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

ASM Research, An Accenture Federal Services Company is seeking an experienced cybersecurity professional to lead incident investigations, define security objectives, and stay ahead of vulnerabilities and threats. The role emphasizes configuring secure systems, evaluating security products, and maintaining incident response programs.

Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field and 8–15 years in systems security, with advanced degrees preferred.