Security Engineering Lead

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We are seeking a hands‑on Security Engineering Lead to manage the engineering and sustainment of CBP SOC’s security infrastructure. This role involves leading a team responsible for the full lifecycle management of security tools and applications across on‑premise, cloud, and transitional environments. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in network security, systems administration, and experience with a wide array of security solutions.

• Lead the administration, configuration, maintenance, and tuning of the CSD tool suite (SIEM, IDS/IPS, AV solutions).
• Oversee changes in software, hardware, facilities, and telecommunications to align with user needs.
• Provide technical leadership in evaluating and implementing new security technologies and processes.
• Manage security device signature maintenance, performance reporting, and optimizations.
• Support the CSD Service Desk and ISSOs during the ATO/ATT process.

• 3+ years of experience in security administration systems and support.
• Strong working knowledge of security services, networking, and security policy.
• Proven experience with network security solutions (L2/L3 devices, NAC, 802.1x, Firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs).
• Advanced knowledge of encryption algorithms, secure communications, SIEM, and embedded systems security.

• Minimum: A+, Security+, or Network+.
• Preferred:
  CISSP certification.

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. The base pay range for this position in these locations is shown below. Compensation for roles at Accenture Federal Services varies depending on a wide array of factors, including but not limited to office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. Accenture Federal Services offers a wide variety of benefits.

$116,900—$243,100 USD

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