Security Lead

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! Who you are: The Security Lead is 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. What you do: 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. What you need: Compliance Risk Management Cybersecurity Cybersecurity Risk Management Strong Communication Skills Extensive experience in Cybersecurity and Audit In-depth knowledge of Cybersecurity Frameworks such as NIST, FISMA, or SOC 1/SOC 2 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 US Citizen Active Secret security clearance Must be local to Washington, D.C. 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, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and 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, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and the District of Columbia, and the city of Cleveland is: $91,300 — $184,900 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. 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