Senior Cybersecurity Incident Response & Operations Security

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

Job summary

ASM Research, An Accenture Federal Services Company, is seeking a seasoned cybersecurity professional to advance risk assessment, incident response, and secure system design. The role emphasizes leading investigations, defining security objectives, and implementing protective measures within complex environments.

Required are 8–15 years in systems security, a relevant degree, and strong communication skills to present findings clearly and influence security policy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field or equivalent experience; Advanced Degree preferred.
• 8-15 years of experience in systems security.
• Effective communication and clear presentation of technical findings.
• Ability to balance multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Advanced knowledge of encryption, vulnerability assessment, penetration testing, cyber forensics, intrusion detection and incident response.

Responsibilities

• Lead investigation of complex security incidents to determine breach scope and impact.
• Define security objectives and system-level performance requirements.
• Stay current on tools and trends in network vulnerabilities and threats.
• Configure and validate secure systems; test security products for weaknesses.
• Ensure accreditation and compliance through formal testing and reporting.
• Review processes and advise on increased cyber security protection.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Encryption

Vulnerability assessment

Penetration testing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

ASM Research, An Accenture Federal Services Company, is seeking a seasoned cybersecurity professional to advance risk assessment, incident response, and secure system design. The role emphasizes leading investigations, defining security objectives, and implementing protective measures within complex environments.

Required are 8–15 years in systems security, a relevant degree, and strong communication skills to present findings clearly and influence security policy.