Audit, Information System Security Officer – ISSO

Accenture Federal Services

ISSO responsible for security, compliance, and continuous monitoring of federal information systems. Collaborating with teams to assess vulnerabilities and safeguard sensitive data.

Posted 4/22/2026full-timeRemote • District of Columbia, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $86,400 - $176,200 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber SecurityERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Ensure the security, compliance, and continuous monitoring of enterprise information systems
Support federal security frameworks, risk management activities, and audit readiness efforts while safeguarding sensitive organizational data
Collaborate with technical teams, leadership, and auditors to assess vulnerabilities
Maintain authorization documentation and strengthen governance and compliance processes
Support risk management and continuous monitoring activities to identify and mitigate security vulnerabilities
Administer and maintain GRC tools to support audit logging, compliance reporting, and security control monitoring
Prepare documentation and evidence to support federal audits (NIST 800‑53, FISMA, SOC 1/SOC 2, DATA Act, etc.)
Maintain and update Security Authorization Package artifacts such as SSPs, Risk Assessments, and Security Control Assessments
Support remediation activities and track audit inquiries and corrective actions
Assist with project management functions including milestone tracking, compliance forecasting, and deliverable oversight
Produce regular security posture reports and executive‑level dashboards
Ensure enforcement of security policies, procedures, and RMF requirements
Work cross‑functionally with administrators, developers, and stakeholders to integrate security best practices
Translate complex technical vulnerabilities into clear, actionable insights for leadership and auditors

Requirements

What you’ll need

7–9 years of experience in cybersecurity, compliance, or audit
Strong knowledge of GRC, RMF, NIST 800‑53, FISMA, SOC 1/SOC 2, and federal cybersecurity guidelines
Experience supporting security compliance within enterprise or ERP environments
Proficiency with GRC tools and audit logging platforms
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills to assess root causes and recommend mitigations
Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast‑paced, audit‑driven environment
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex topics for non‑technical audiences
Demonstrated collaboration skills across functional and technical teams

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
401(k) matching
Flexible work hours
Paid time off
Professional development opportunities

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Hard Skills & Tools

cybersecuritycomplianceauditrisk management framework (RMF)NIST 800-53FISMASOC 1SOC 2security control monitoringsecurity vulnerability assessment

Soft Skills

analytical skillsproblem-solving skillscommunication skillscollaboration skillstask managementsimplifying complex topicsleadershiporganizational skillsmilestone trackingdeliverable oversight