The Role
Leads Attack Sensing and Warning operations within a federal SOC, overseeing Tier I monitoring, Tier II analysis, incident triage, executive reporting, alert configuration, data spillage response, metrics, SOP compliance, stakeholder reporting, and analyst development. Requires extensive cybersecurity and risk experience, U.S. citizenship, and strong knowledge of incident response, detection, vulnerabilities, access controls, DLP, encryption, and advanced threat protection.
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Join us to drive positive, lasting change that moves missions and the government forward!
Who you'll be:
We are seeking an Attack Sensing & Warning (AS&W) Lead to direct Tier I monitoring/reporting and Tier II analysis operations within a federal agency's Security Operations Center (SOC). In this high-tempo leadership role, you will oversee the team responsible for triaging security events, drafting executive-level cyber incident reports, and ensuring round-the-clock detection coverage across the enterprise. You will set the tone for timely and accurate identification, escalation, and communication of emerging threats, while collaborating with Detection Engineering to enhance the SOC's sensors and alerting logic.
What you'll need:
- Lead the AS&W team in providing incident response capabilities in alignment with DHS 4300A and the SOC's Incident Response Plan (IRP).
- Oversee the categorization, prioritization, and reporting of security events in accordance with SOC Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Direct the drafting of executive-level cyber incident reports for Government review, ensuring compliance with all required checklists and playbook thresholds.
- Collaborate with Detection Engineering to configure and maintain alerts across all SOC monitoring tools.
- Support the development of meaningful metrics and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) detailing SOC operational status and performance.
- Manage the daily 0600 SOC Report and Daily Call cadence with government stakeholders, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
- Direct triage and support for Information/Data Spillage Incident Response efforts, coordinating handling and sanitization recommendations.
- Lead the biannual review and update of SOC SOPs, ensuring continued compliance with applicable federal policy.
- Coach and develop Tier I and Tier II analysts on triage methodology, escalation criteria, and reporting standards.
What you need:
- US Citizenship required.
- 10+ years of experience, with a BS degree (or 4 years additional experience), or an MS degree (or 2 years additional experience).
- A minimum of five (5) years of professional experience in security, information risk management, or information systems risk assessment.
- Deep knowledge of vulnerability assessments, intrusion prevention/detection, access control, policy enforcement, application security, protocol analysis, firewall management, incident response, DLP, encryption, and advanced threat protection.
Nice to have:
- Prior shift-lead or supervisory experience in a 24x7 SOC environment.
- Experience drafting incident reports for executive or Congressional-level review.
- Familiarity with MITRE ATT&CK-aligned detection content development.
Required Certifications:
- Active Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) recommended, consistent with other Task Leads on this program.
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, Connecticut, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Vermont, Virginia, 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, Connecticut, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and the District of Columbia is:
$101,700—$204,400 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.
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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.
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Candidates who are currently employed by a client of Accenture Federal Services or an affiliated Accenture business may not be eligible for consideration.
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Skills Required
- U.S. citizenship
- 10+ years of experience with a bachelor's degree, or four additional years of experience; alternatively, a master's degree or two additional years of experience
- At least five years of professional experience in security, information risk management, or information systems risk assessment
- Knowledge of vulnerability assessments, intrusion prevention and detection, access control, policy enforcement, application security, protocol analysis, firewall management, incident response, DLP, encryption, and advanced threat protection
- Active Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certification
- Prior shift-lead or supervisory experience in a 24x7 SOC environment
- Experience drafting incident reports for executive or Congressional-level review
- Familiarity with MITRE ATT&CK-aligned detection content development
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The Company
What We Do
Accenture Federal Services is a leading US federal services company and subsidiary of Accenture LLP. It empowers US federal agencies to reinvent their operations and deliver missions faster using technology and AI. By leveraging mission expertise and commercial innovation, the company provides solutions in cloud, data, and cybersecurity to help the government make the nation stronger, safer, and more resilient.
