Information System Security Engineer (ISSE)

Company: Accenture Federal Services
Location: Chantilly
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

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, a technology company within global Accenture. 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, industry training and more. Join us to drive positive, lasting change that moves missions and the government forward! Accenture Federal Services is looking for an Information System Security Engineer to join our team and support our client in the Northern VA area. The ISSE will work as part of a team reviewing and assessing Risk Management Framework (RMF) authorization body of evidence 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. What you’ll do: Review and implement least-privilege IAM policies across services Ensure secure use of AWS Secrets Manager with EKS and applications Apply security best practices to IaC configurations (e.g., encryption, secure defaults) Support audit trail and logging configurations using AWS CloudTrail and AWS Config. Maintain overall security posture of environment to include monitoring access logs 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), Security Control Traceability Matrices (SCTM), and Risk Assessment Reports (RARs) Conduct site visits (as required) and assessments to inspect IA plans and security control implementations and support Incident Response Team (IRT) activities What you’ll need: 3 years of implementing NIST 800-53, Rev 4 and the Risk Management Framework (RMF) 3 years of experience with Windows and/or Linux environments 1 year of experience with AWS environments 2 years of using information security and assurance practices and principles Experience contributing to cloud Authorization to Operate (ATO) and/or Interim Authorization to Test (IATT) efforts Experience with MS Active Directory, ACAS/Nessus, McAfee, AWS Security, etc. DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification or higher (e.g. Sec, CISSP, CASP, etc.) Experience working with Government personnel Bonus points if you have: ACAS/Nessus for scanning experience Experience utilizing SIEM/Splunk to configure and operate SIEM, create dashboards, reports Experience with Incident handling procedures Other Security related certifications (Cloud, SIEM, forensics, Linux, Windows, etc) Experience working in a DevSecOps project environment Formerly or currently a system administrator, developer, or engineer JSIG or ICD 503 compliance Strong verbal and written communication skills Able to engage with users in a professional manner and present technical concepts plainly to semi-technical customers Ability to work in a matrixed team environment and support multiple different efforts as needed Desire to learn new technologies and tools and willing to share your experience with the team Security Clearance: An active TS/SCI level clearance required 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 deadline to apply. 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: $108,400 - $203,400 USD What We Believe 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. We have an unwavering commitment to creating a culture in which all our people are respected, feel a sense of belonging, and have equal opportunity. As a business imperative, every person at Accenture Federal Services has the responsibility to create and sustain a culture where everyone feels welcomed and included. This is grounded in our core values and our experience that hiring and developing great people who reflect different perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds is key to driving innovation and delivering the results that our clients and the country count on. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences. 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. Our rich diversity makes us more innovative, more competitive, and more creative, which helps us better serve our clients and our communities. For details, view a copy of the Accenture Federal Services Equal Opportunity Policy Statement. Accenture Federal Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Additionally, as an Affirmative Action Employer for Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, Accenture Federal Services is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women. 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 you are 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. 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