Cybersecurity Engineer

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We are seeking a Cybersecurity Engineer, who will play a critical role in safeguarding systems, networks, and data by performing comprehensive vulnerability management and security assessments. This role will be on‑site in San Diego, CA and requires an active secret clearance. International travel may also be required.

• Perform comprehensive vulnerability management and security assessments to safeguard systems, networks, and data.
• Identify and mitigate risks across software, hardware, and networking components.
• Conduct system security testing during lab‑based and site‑based assessments.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to prioritize remediation efforts and ensure compliance with the Risk Management Framework (RMF).
• Maintain and update RMF documentation, including Security Controls artifacts, and provide actionable recommendations to enhance the overall security posture of the organization.

• Experience in cybersecurity
• Experience updating and maintaining Risk Management Framework (RMF) documentation, including Security Controls and compliance (ex: OpenSCAP, ACAS, SCC)
• Security+ Certification

• CISSP or CISA Certifications
• Linux+ or RHSA Certifications
• Red Hat Enterprise Linux experience with knowledge of SELinux (MAC and DAC security mechanisms)
• Previous networking experience

• US Citizenship required, dual citizens not eligible
• Secret clearance is required for this role with ability to obtain TS/SCI
• Must have an active US passport and able to travel internationally

As required by local law, Accenture Federal Services provides reasonable ranges of compensation for hired roles based on labor costs in 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. 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: $84,900—$160,200 USD.

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