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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Information System Security Officer (ISSO) - **Company:** Accenture - **Location:** Huntsville, AL, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $103,200.0 - $196,400.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Kubernetes Security, Amazon Web Services, Audit Trail, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Information Systems, DevOps, Identity and Access Management, Information Security Management, Information Technology Operations, Zero Trust Network Access, SAP (Applications), Security Information and Event Management, Software Vulnerability Management, Cloud Platform System, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Nessus, CIS Benchmarks, Splunk, Scap Compliance Checker, Docker, Plan of Action and Milestones, Vulnerability Analysis - **Published:** September 27, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/F0EB2775C5FE42C09CD4B134B772B4F0/job/ ## About the Role * 3+ years of experience in an ISSO or equivalent security role - implementing security controls under RMF, JSIG, or ICD 503, using vulnerability management and SIEM tools (e.g., Nessus/ACAS, Splunk), and supporting cloud environments (AWS or Azure) * DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (e.g., Security+), or DoD 8140 equivalent * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field, or 4+ years of relevant job or military experience in lieu of degree Bonus Points If You Have * DoD 8570 IAM Level II certification (e.g., CASP+, CISSP), or an AWS/Azure security certification * Experience with STIG compliance tooling (SCAP Compliance Checker, Evaluate-STIG, eMASS) and DISA STIGs * Experience with endpoint security platforms (Microsoft Defender, Trellix ePO) or a security incident response team (NOC/SOC) * Familiarity with container security (Docker, Kubernetes, ECS/EKS/AKS) * Familiarity with National Security systems and air-gapped environments Security Requirements * Active TS clearance required; SCI preferred ## Description Accenture Federal Services is looking for an Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to support the security, compliance, and risk management of cloud-based systems for the program. You'll maintain the operational security posture required for authorization to operate, support continuous monitoring and RMF/JSIG accreditation activities, and work closely with security engineering, DevOps, and IT operations teams to keep systems compliant as they evolve. What You'll Own * Continuous monitoring, vulnerability assessment, and risk analysis, including validating remediation actions and documenting POA&M updates * RMF/JSIG documentation packages - SSP, SAP, SAR, POA&M, and continuous monitoring artifacts - supporting ATO and audit activities * Security control implementation and compliance with STIG/CIS benchmarks and security authorization baselines * Coordination with system administrators, security engineers, and DevOps teams on system changes that affect security posture, including Zero Trust Architecture requirements * Incident handling and investigation of security anomalies, escalating and tracking recovery actions * Audit log review and continuous monitoring tool analysis to identify anomalies, threats, and insider risk What You'll Deliver * Systems that maintain compliance with their security authorization package and ATO requirements * Complete, audit-ready RMF documentation supporting authorization and assessment activities * Timely identification, tracking, and remediation of vulnerabilities and security findings * Documented incident response actions with verified restoration of affected controls * A continuous monitoring program that measurably improves system security posture over time ## Related Videos - [Our journey with Spring Boot in a microservice architecture](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/511-our-journey-with-spring-boot-in-a-microservice-architecture) - [Docker Compose: Rediscovered](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1978-docker-compose-rediscovered) - [From DevOps to Scaled DevOps: How We’re Rebuilding Continuous Delivery as a Platform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100018-from-devops-to-scaled-devops-how-we-re-rebuilding-continuous-delivery-as-a-platform) - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [Docker build without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100114-docker-build-without-docker) - [DevSecOps culture](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/783-devsecops-culture) ## Related Articles - [Events like RSAC Get You CISOs. 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