Security Lead
Accenture Federal Services - Washington, DC
Hiring: Security Lead Company: Accenture Federal Services Location: Washington, DC Job Posted Time: 2026-09-03 10:28:14 Target Skills & Keywords : Encryption, FedRAMP, IAM, SOC, SOC 2 About the job Required Skills: •Extensive experience in Cybersecurity and Audit •In-depth knowledge of Cybersecurity Frameworks such as NIST, FISMA, or SOC 1/SOC 2 •Operational familiarity with FedRAMP and ATO processes •Strong interpersonal skills for collaboration with CISOs, Internal Auditors, and technical architects •Proficiency in risk management and mitigation Qualifications: •Responsible for overseeing complex risk assessments, security governance, and compliance monitoring. This role demands a deep understanding of Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) and Cyber Defense to ensure the protection of organizational assets and data integrity. •Lead program management support functions for the security workstream, including staffing specialized cyber resources and budgeting for security software. •Execute cybersecurity frameworks, ensuring compliance with NIST, FISMA, or SOC 1/SOC 2 within an ERP environment. •Oversee FedRAMP and ATO (Authority to Operate) processes. •Facilitate the audit lifecycle by serving as the central point of contact for audit inquiries and managing evidence collection. •Monitor and report on security posture through executive-level dashboards on risk exposure and audit-readiness activities. •Provide strategic input on cybersecurity tools, IAM, encryption standards, and secure integration with external interfaces. •Translate technical vulnerabilities into business-risk impact statements for leadership. •Align cybersecurity goals with business objectives to support user productivity and system performance. •Mentor and develop security analysts to enhance their understanding of cybersecurity challenges and GRC automation. Compensation: •$91,300 - $184,900 / year Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!