Cyber Operations Lead

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As a Cyber Operations Lead you will be responsible for overseeing and managing the patch management process within the program, ensuring desktops, laptops, and remote desktops are up to date with patches to mitigate vulnerabilities and ensure compliance with policies against comply‑to‑connect. You'll work closely with end users, IT, and security teams to provide advanced support, coordinate patch deployment, and maintain consistency.

Successful candidates must have deep understanding of patch management principles and experience with related tools (e.g., Microsoft WSUS, SCCM). Excellent problem‑solving, analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills are essential, with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively. We are looking for proficiency in developing documentation and knowledge of data security best practices, and someone who has the ability to maintain a patch management schedule and ensure timely deployment.

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent work experience) in IT, Computer Science, or technical field
• 8 years of experience in patch management or related IT role
• Experience with patch automatione.g. AWS, Ansible, Taniumetc.
• Experience in assessments, audits, and implementing automated patch management solutions
• Understanding of patch management principles and experience with related tools (e.g., Microsoft WSUS, SCCM)
• Experience leading multiple teams
• Any of the following certifications: CEH(P), GMON, GRID, Cloud+, FITSP-O, GCED, GDSA, GSEC, Pen Test+, Security Bonus Points If You Have:
• One or more of the following certifications: CISSP, CPMP, CySA+, GICSP

• An active Secret clearance is required

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, Massachusetts
, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Washington, Vermont, the District of Columbia, and the city of Cleveland . 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.

You can find more information on benefits here. () We accept applications on an on-going basis and there is no fixed Final date to receive applications.

The pay range for the states of California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Washington, Vermont, the District of Columbia, and the city of Cleveland is:

$126,300—$243,100 USD

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