Security Engineer - Vulnerability Management
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Accenture Federal ServicesCybersecurity
RemoteFull-TimeMiddle
Salary106,300 - 221,100 USD per year
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Job Details
- Experience
- 4–6 years
- Required Skills
- Cloud Computing
Requirements
- 4–6 years of experience in vulnerability management or a related information security role
- Advanced knowledge of vulnerability management tools such as Tenable Nessus, Qualys, Rapid7, or OpenVAS
- Strong understanding of vulnerability scanning, assessment, and risk prioritization
- Familiarity with CVSS, NIST 800-53, and OWASP Top 10
- Understanding of OS-level vulnerabilities (Windows, Linux, macOS)
- Knowledge of core network protocols and components (TCP/IP, DNS, firewalls, routers, switches)
- Experience with Cloud Service Providers (AWS, Azure, GCP) and cloud-native policies
- Experience configuring and working with Identity Providers (IdP)
- Experience with patch management tools and processes
- Basic understanding of compliance requirements such as FISMA and SOX
- Familiarity with NIST CSF, ISO 27001, CIS Controls
- Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Responsibilities
- Manage and mature the organization’s vulnerability management program
- Identify, assess, and prioritize vulnerabilities across applications, networks, endpoints, cloud environments, and enterprise systems
- Collaborate with ISSOs and Controls Assessors to capture RMF artifacts and validate security control effectiveness
- Review, advise, and refine security Control Statements to ensure systems are hardened and accurately represented in assessment documentation
- Support compliance with federal frameworks including NIST 800-53, FISMA, and SOX
- Implement best practices for vulnerability management, patching, configuration hardening, and risk reduction
- Assist in incident response activities involving exploited vulnerabilities, providing risk assessment and remediation guidance
- Establish repeatable vulnerability workflows and processes to support ATO readiness for new systems
- Communicate risk clearly to stakeholders and recommend effective mitigation strategies
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of security processes and controls
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