Information System Security Engineer

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Job Description :

Accenture Federal Services is seeking an Information Systems Security Engineer with a focus on Splunk to lead the development, deployment, and management of secure cloud applications and security information and event management (SIEM) systems. This role will combine expertise in Splunk engineering with advanced information security practices, ensuring data integrity, privacy, compliance, and performance.

Responsibilities Include :

• Reviewing and assessing Risk Management Framework (RMF) authorization Body of Evidence (BOE) for classified information systems, to include System Security Plan (SSP), Security Control Traceability Matrix (SCTM), Continuous Monitoring Plan, Incident Response Plan, Access Control Plan, Security Assessment Plan, etc.
• Review new and existing systems for technical compliance with IA directives and protection of data at all classification levels including SCI.
• Advise on in-depth security design review and threat / risk assessments.
• Provide inputs to technical artifacts, including Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms), SCTM, and Risk Assessment Reports (RARs).
• Design and implement automation efficiencies in Splunk for optimal data ingestion, analysis, and reporting.
• Develop advanced queries, dashboards, and alerts to identify key data trends and anomalies.
• Oversee the architecture and deployment of distributed, clustered Splunk environments in cloud platforms, ensuring best-in-class engineering standards.
• Configure and operate Splunk and other SIEM tools, including ACAS / Nessus scanning, to monitor and report on system security and compliance.
• Create incident handling procedures and support troubleshooting efforts.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams and program stakeholders to gather requirements, perform troubleshooting, and create custom Splunk searches, queries, and dashboards.
• Develop and implement continuous monitoring and testing for information and system security.
• Produce detailed system security plans and related documentation as requested.

Here's what you need :

Bonus points if you have :

Security Clearance :

TS preferred with SCI eligibility.

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, Maryland, New York, Washington, and the District of Columbia . 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 deadline to apply.

The pay range for the states of California, Colorado, Hawaii, Maryland, New York, Washington, and the District of Columbia is : $114,700—$221,100 USD.

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Salary : $114,700 - $221,100