Information System Security Engineer Senior Manager (ISSE)

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You Are:
The Portfolio Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) is a senior cybersecurity leader within our corporate security directorate who serves as a principal advisor to the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) and portfolio leadership in managing people, processes, and technology capabilities impacting the security of AFS network and applications, as well as the security, proper access, and retention of AFS and client data.

The Work:

1. Acting as a primary consultative resource for client delivery teams in solving for security related questions and issues to protect AFS and client data
2.  Assisting with setting direction, priorities, and monitoring compliance with a variety of requirements based on industry best practices, internal controls, federal regulations, contractual obligations, and similar
3. Representing the needs of the business for security initiative planning and prioritization, and advocates for better integration between security and business operations for client teams
4. Identifying and recommending programs or new technologies to mitigate risks and increase overall compliance to federal regulations and contractual requirements

Here's What You Need:

• Bachelors Degree or 10+ years of experience
• 10+ years of IT security, cyber defense, or cyber GRC experience, with at least 2 years at senior levels (manager, senior/principal, or director)
• Expert-level working knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks in use within the federal government, such as NIST Cybersecurity Framework, Risk Management Framework, and associated NIST standards and processes
• Experience and/or advanced practical knowledge of U.S. federal government contracting models and methodology, to include risk assessments, pricing, and staffing
• Strong ability to translate technical/security issues to business users and senior leadership
• Senior level cybersecurity risk management or leadership certification such as CISSP, CISM, CCISO, or GSLC, or equivalent education

Bonus Points If:

• 15+ years of industry experience
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both in-person and remote, with strong collaboration skills and executive presence
• Advanced degree (i.e., Masters or Graduate) in Computer Science, Information Technology Management, or Cybersecurity
• Certification or educational equivalent in project management and agile methodology
• Experience with Salesforce, ServiceNow, and Microsoft O365, both front-end and back-end
• Experience in a cybersecurity leadership or decision-making role setting policy and standards within a medium or large organization
• Experience or strong working knowledge of the Department of Defense and the Intelligence Community, either as a member of uniformed services, civil servant, executive, or supporting contractor

The Extras:

• US Citizenship Required
• U.S. Government security clearance (Secret and above), or ability to obtain one

 

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:$118,500—$252,100 USD  What We Believe