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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Security Engineer - **Company:** Accenture - **Location:** United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $100,200.0 - $203,400.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Kubernetes Security, Microsoft Windows, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Bash Shell, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Security, Configuration Management, Cyber Security, Data Normalization, Linux, DevOps, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Python (Programming Language), Windows PowerShell, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Ansible, Security Software, Security Information and Event Management, Software Engineering, Transmission Control Protocol (TCP), Software Vulnerability Management, Data Logging, Cloud Platform System, Data Ingestion, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Tenable Nessus, Patch Management, Terraform, Splunk, Scap Compliance Checker, Data Pipelines, Docker, Vulnerability Analysis - **Published:** July 21, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/db726871-47ab-4285-a5fa-b473b064f9c1 ## About the Role * Security+ (Or equivalent DoD IASAE Level II certification) * 3 years of experience in a security engineering or similar role (e.g.: DevOps or security background, etc.) * Hands-on experience with SIEM (e.g.: administration, data normalization, data pipelines, alerting, and/or correlation) * Experience with Windows and/or Linux (RHEL preferred) * Expertise in cybersecurity engineering disciplines (e.g.: patch/configuration management, vulnerability assessment, monitoring, access control, incident response, etc.) * Experience with automation tools (Ansible, Terraform, Powershell, Bash, Python) * Familiarity with RMF/JSIG accreditation processes * Familiarity with TCP/IP networking model Bonus points if you have: * Experience in a security engineering or system administration role * Experience with AWS and/or Azure cloud environments (cloud security concepts, hybrid deployments, etc.) * Proactive and agile mindset to improving system security posture and team efficiency * Ability to balance security requirements with operational efficiency * AWS or Azure technical certifications * Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Assurance, Cybersecurity, or related field * Experience with security incident response teams (NOC/SOC) * Familiarity with container security (Docker/Kubernetes/ECS/EKS/AKS) * Strong ability to develop security assessment methodologies to improve detection, efficiency, and accuracy Clearance: Must have an active Secret level clearance; TS/SCI preferred ## Description We are seeking a highly skilled Security Engineer to join our team supporting Department of Defense (DoD) programs. This role is responsible for architecting, engineering, and deploying advanced cybersecurity solutions while ensuring compliance with Risk Management Framework (RMF), Joint Special Access Program Implementation Guide (JSIG), and related regulatory standards. The ideal candidate combines hands-on engineering expertise with deep knowledge of cloud technologies, system security, vulnerability management, incident detection/response, and authorization-to-operate (ATO) processes. 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