Cybersecurity Cloud Automation Engineer
Summary
Accenture Federal Services seeks an onsite Cloud DevOps/automation engineer in Lorton, VA to support Cyber Security Operations — building threat hunt analytics, malicious detections, workbooks, and secure end-to-end CI/CD pipelines using Azure, IaC/CaC, and container orchestration. Requires an active TS/SCI clearance and 8570 IAT II (Security+).
Job Description:
AFS is seeking a Cloud DevOps Engineer to be onsite in Lorton, VA. As a Cloud DevOps Engineer (CTOC) you will support Cyber Security Operations development in the areas of Threat Hunt Analytics, Malicious Detections, and Workbook development.Responsible for building and setting up new development tools and infrastructure utilizing knowledge in continuous integration, delivery, and deployment (CI/CD), Cloud technologies, Container Orchestration and Security. Build and test end-to-end CI/CD pipelines, ensuring that systems are safe against security threats.
Responsibilities Include:
- Develop and assist with Azure resource deployments using IaC and CaC
- Developing, deploying and using Threat Hunt Analytics, Malicious Detection, Workbooks and other Incident Response tools
- Assist with automated deployments of mission-critical security software and applications
- Assist with the development of data ingestion and visualization solutions
- Engage with customers for requirements gathering and solution development activities
- Improve processes across the enterprise by introducing automation and industry best practices
- Documentation of lessons learned and best practices
Here’s What You Need:
- 4+ years of IT Administration, Engineering, or Automation experience (including 3+ years of Cloud experience)
- 1+ year experience with programming languages or PowerShell
- 1+ year experience with manually or programmatically accessing REST API endpoints
- Satisfaction of 8570 IAT II requirements (typically CompTIA Security+)
Bonus Points If You Have:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field
- Azure experience
- Working knowledge of multiple SIEMs including Splunk and Microsoft Sentinel/Log Analytics
- Leadership experience in relevant technical areas
- Technical Certifications, such as: Microsoft AZ-104, AZ-204, AZ-305, AZ-500, AZ-600 or AZ-700
Security Clearance:
- Must have an active TS/SCI
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.
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