Technical Support Lead: Cloud, Linux & Security

Accenture; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 103,000 - 196,000; Full time

Job summary

Accenture Federal Services in Columbia, MD is seeking a Technical Support Lead to oversee IT operations, security and cloud infrastructure in a federal context. You will manage Linux systems, virtualization, and cloud architectures, ensuring robust security and reliable performance across complex environments.

The role requires DoD 8570 IAT II certification or higher and active TS/SCI clearance. Collaborative, security-forward work culture with ongoing training and certification opportunities is

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in IT, cybersecurity, CNO software or security research.
• 3 years of experience managing Linux systems.
• Experience with networking (TCP/IP, virtualization, cloud/data center architecture).
• Experience with automation and scripting tools (PowerShell, Ansible, Terraform, AWS CloudFormation, BASH).
• Experience with service desk tools (JIRA, Redmine, ServiceNow).
• Experience with knowledge management systems (Confluence, GitLab).
• DoD 8570 IAT Level II Certification or Higher.

Responsibilities

• Implementing and maintaining cyber security measures including IDS/IPS deployment and monitoring.
• Hands-on work with virtualization technologies and cloud/data center architectures.
• Managing resources across AWS and Microsoft Azure.
• Streamline processes and enhance system reliability.
• Integrate security and operational best practices into continuous deployment workflows.
• Ensure compliance and risk mitigation across IT operations.

Skills

Linux systems

Networking

Automation scripting

DevOps tooling

Security fundamentals

Service desk tools

Knowledge management

DoD 8570 IAT II

Cloud environments

Tools

JIRA

Confluence

GitLab

Terraform

Ansible

PowerShell

BASH

AWS CloudFormation

Job description

Accenture Federal Services in Columbia, MD is seeking a Technical Support Lead to oversee IT operations, security and cloud infrastructure in a federal context. You will manage Linux systems, virtualization, and cloud architectures, ensuring robust security and reliable performance across complex environments.

The role requires DoD 8570 IAT II certification or higher and active TS/SCI clearance. Collaborative, security-forward work culture with ongoing training and certification opportunities is