Senior Security Engineer - Cloud, Web & Crypto

Cyberjobs; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 214,000; Full time

Job summary

Accenture Federal Services is seeking an experienced Security Engineer to safeguard applications and infrastructure. The role focuses on managing security operations, incident response, and cloud/web application security to protect data and ensure compliance with security policies.

The candidate will work on secure cloud infrastructure, COMSEC resources, and critical encryption technologies, coordinating with government partners and ensuring robust security governance across platforms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 10+ years of experience in security engineering.
• Experience in cyber resiliency and security planning.
• Web application and platform security testing.
• Strong understanding of cloud technology operations and security.
• Knowledge of critical data and vulnerability points.
• Ability to correlate data for detection, remediation, monitoring, and feedback.

Responsibilities

• Manage security across multiple applications and platforms, ensuring robust protection against threats.
• Produce and implement incident response and recovery plans.
• Design and implement monitoring and alerting for anomalous activities.
• Coordinate with industry partners to provide security recommendations to the government.
• Operate and enhance secure cloud infrastructure and software in line with security governance policies.
• Install, maintain, and upgrade cloud computing environments and core infrastructure.
• Manage communication security resources and crypto key management systems.
• Ensure the safety of the organization's website and secure internet transactions.
• Apply firewall and encryption technologies to maintain security.
• Update and manage user access, monitor compliance violations, and develop security policies.

Skills

Security engineering

Cyber resiliency

Incident response

Web app security

Cloud security

COMSEC / encryption

Vulnerability analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Job description

Accenture Federal Services is seeking an experienced Security Engineer to safeguard applications and infrastructure. The role focuses on managing security operations, incident response, and cloud/web application security to protect data and ensure compliance with security policies.

The candidate will work on secure cloud infrastructure, COMSEC resources, and critical encryption technologies, coordinating with government partners and ensuring robust security governance across platforms.