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Threat Intelligence Specialist

Accenture
Accenture Salary
Arlington, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 2/24/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/22/2025

At Accenture Federal Services, nothing matters more than helping the US federal government make the nation stronger and safer and life better for people. Our 13,000 people are united in a shared purpose to pursue the limitless potential of technology and ingenuity for clients across defense, national security, public safety, civilian, and military health organizations.

Join Accenture Federal Services to do the work you love in an inclusive, collaborative, and caring community, where you can be empowered to grow, learn and thrive through hands-on experience, certifications, industry training and more.

Join us to drive positive, lasting change that moves missions and the government forward!

You Are :

The Threat Intelligence Specialist role will work in the Threat & Vulnerability Management team in the CISO organization.

Key Responsibilities :

  • Identify, track, and investigate new and emerging threats that pose risk to company systems.
  • Assist in designing detection and response plans for high priority threats.
  • Monitor threat intel across government and private sector resources.
  • Collaborate with threat hunting and incident response teams.
  • Assist with generation and maintenance of team documentation and metrics.
  • Conduct in-depth analysis of cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and incidents to provide actionable intelligence.
  • Monitor security alerts and incidents and respond to emerging threats in real-time.
  • Stay up to date on the latest cybersecurity trends, threat actors, and tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams to share threat intelligence and contribute to the overall security posture.
  • Communicate effectively and clearly to leadership with relevant level of detail.
  • Prepare and present clear and concise reports on cyber threats, actors and vulnerabilities.
  • Deliver timely solutions that adhere to management direction and standardized team processes.

Here's What You Need :

  • S. Citizen required
  • Experience in information security, compliance, an attention to detail, strong communication skills, and the ability to work independently.
  • Be familiar with various threat intelligence platforms
  • Understand server, workstation, and network architecture.
  • 2 years of experience in Cyber Threat Intel and / or Incident Response
  • Experience researching and tracking threat intel data
  • Experience analyzing threat intel information to understand technical exploit methods used and risk to a specific environment
  • Understanding fundamentals of network and server infrastructure
  • Experience reporting on and tracking remediation / mitigation efforts
  • Effective tracking and follow-up on remediation actions.
  • Clear and articulate communication of technical information in both written and verbal formats.
  • Concise and effective communication with varying levels of technical detail.
  • Successful collaboration with other teams.
  • Bonus Points if you have :

  • Experience with MS Cloud App Security, Azure and Defender ATP, and Security and Compliance Center
  • Experience with Threat Intelligence tools
  • Bachelor's degree in cyber security or information security
  • Ability to manage and prioritize multiple objectives with overlapping time constraints
  • Proven ability to work independently and as a team member
  • Relevant security certifications, including CISSP
  • Knowledge of NIST information security guidance
  • Ability to research and quickly grasp unfamiliar information technologies.
  • Linux OS
  • 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, 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, New York, Washington, and the District of Columbia is :

    76,300-$154,800 USD

    What We Believe

    We have an unwavering commitment to diversity with the aim that every one of our people has a full sense of belonging within our organization. As a business imperative, every person at Accenture Federal Services has the responsibility to create and sustain an inclusive environment.

    Inclusion and diversity are fundamental to our culture and core values. Our rich diversity makes us more innovative and more creative, which helps us better serve our clients and our communities. Read more here

    Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

    Accenture Federal Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences, such as age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity and expression, religion or sexual orientation.

    All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.

    Accenture is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women.

    For details, view a copy of the Accenture Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Policy Statement.

    Los Angeles County Information Only If you live in or expect to work from Los Angeles County if hired for this position, please review below for important additional information.

    Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed in the job posting, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness, meet client expectations, standards, and accompanying requirements, and safeguard business operations and company reputation. Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

    Requesting An Accommodation

    Accenture Federal Services is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities or religious observances, including reasonable accommodation when needed. If you are hired by Accenture Federal Services and require accommodation to perform the essential functions of your role, you will be asked to participate in our reasonable accommodation process. Accommodations made to facilitate the recruiting process are not a guarantee of future or continued accommodations once hired.

    If youare being considered for employment opportunities with Accenture Federal Services and need an accommodation for a disability or religious observance during the interview process or for the job you are interviewing for, please speak with your recruiter.

    Other Employment Statements

    Applicants for employment in the US must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States.

    Candidates who are currently employed by a client of Accenture Federal Services or an affiliated Accenture business may not be eligible for consideration.

    Job candidates will not be obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest as part of the hiring process.

    The Company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Additionally, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the Company's legal duty to furnish information.

    Salary : $76,300 - $154,800

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