Security Operations Engineer
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onCooper Avenue, Fort Meade, Anne Arundel County, Maryland, 20755, United States
About the Team
At Accenture Federal Services, nothing matters more than helping the US federal government make the nation stronger, 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.
Recognized as a Glassdoor Top 100 Best Place to Work, we offer a collaborative and caring community where you feel like you belong and are empowered to grow, learn, and thrive through hands-on experience, certifications, and industry training. As a company wholly dedicated to serving the US federal government, we bring together the best talent to help reinvent how federal agencies operate and deliver greater value for their mission and the American people.
About the Role
Join us to drive positive, lasting change that moves missions and the government forward. We are seeking mission-oriented people to join our team as a DOD Security Operations Engineer. In this role, you will support the Joint Staff, CNMF, and CMTs in the planning, development, execution, and analysis of full-spectrum cyber operations.
You will be part of a culture where every person has the responsibility to create and sustain an environment where everyone feels welcomed and included. This is grounded in our core values and the belief that hiring and developing great people who reflect different perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds is key to driving innovation and delivering the results our clients and the country count on.
Hiring Process
We accept applications on an ongoing basis and there is no fixed deadline to apply. If you are being considered for employment opportunities and need an accommodation for a disability or religious observance during the interview process, please speak with your recruiter.
Equal Opportunity & Culture
We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences. All employment decisions are 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 Federal Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and an Affirmative Action Employer for Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. We are committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women. Our rich diversity makes us more innovative, more competitive, and more creative, which helps us better serve our clients and our communities.
If you are hired 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.
Additional Employment Information
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 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 discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant, subject to specific legal exceptions regarding essential job functions.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Cooper Avenue, Fort Meade, Anne Arundel County, Maryland, 20755, United States
Fort Meade, Maryland
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleMonitor and analyze system logs, network traffic, and user behavior to identify potential security threats
- check_circleUtilize intrusion detection systems, firewalls, and SIEM tools to detect security incidents
- check_circleConduct thorough investigations to determine the nature, scope, and impact of security incidents
- check_circleWork with incident response teams to contain, mitigate, and remediate confirmed security incidents
- check_circleKeep up-to-date on the latest threat intelligence, attack trends, and security best practices
- check_circleDocument incidents, investigations, and resolutions to maintain comprehensive security event records
- check_circleDevelop and refine enterprise-level security policies, procedures, and best practices
Requirements
- verifiedBachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Computer Engineering, or related discipline
- verifiedMinimum 5 years of experience managing a Security Operations Center
- verifiedExpertise in GovCloud, AWS, Azure, Google Cloud
- verifiedDOD 8140/DOD 8570 IAM Level III Certification
- verifiedActive TS/SCI security clearance
- verifiedUS work authorization without visa sponsorship
Nice to Have
Cyber expertise to coordinate on the development, operational acceptance, and training for all cyber operations systems, platforms, and infrastructures in support CNMF operations. Understanding of the cyber operations infrastructure development process and cycle. Ability to support the operational employment of cyber operations systems, platforms, and infrastructures.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleAccess to industry training and certificationscheck_circleReasonable accommodation for disabilities and religious observances
