Accenture Federal Services is hiring: Cybersecurity Engineer in San Diego

Overview

Cybersecurity Engineer at Accenture Federal Services. On-site in San Diego, CA with active secret clearance required. International travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• 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.

What You Need

• Experience in cybersecurity
• Experience in Linux operating systems
• Experience updating and maintaining RMF documentation, including Security Controls and compliance (e.g., OpenSCAP, ACAS, SCC)
• Security+ Certification

Bonus Points If You Have

• 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

Eligibility Requirements

• US Citizenship required; dual citizens not eligible
• Secret clearance required with ability to obtain TS/SCI
• Must have an active US passport and be able to travel internationally

Compensation and Benefits

Accenture Federal Services provides reasonable ranges of compensation based on labor costs in specific states. Base pay varies by location, role, skills, and experience. The pay range for covered locations is listed in job postings and benefits information is available here. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis with no fixed deadline.

Salary ranges (examples shown for reference within listed locations): $84,900$160,200 USD, with variations by location.

Equal Opportunity and Accommodation

As required by law, Accenture Federal Services provides equal employment opportunities and is committed to creating a respectful, inclusive workplace. See the Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement for details. If you need accommodations during the recruitment process or once hired, Accenture Federal Services will provide reasonable accommodations.

Other employment statements regarding work authorization, potential conflicts of interest, and pay transparency are included in the candidate materials.