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Job Description:

The Vulnerability Researcher is responsible for identifying weaknesses in networks, systems, and software, and implementing measures to strengthen cybersecurity within the program. This role develops risk‑based mitigation strategies for networks, operating systems, and applications, and compiles and tracks vulnerabilities and remediation results to measure the effectiveness of the program’s security posture. The Vulnerability Researcher also creates and maintains vulnerability management policies, procedures, and training materials, and supports the review and definition of requirements for information security solutions. The position conducts network‑based scans to identify potential attack vectors and host‑based scans to detect vulnerabilities in workstations, servers, and other network hosts.

Key Responsibilities

Detect vulnerabilities across networks, operating systems, applications, and software.
Develop risk‑based mitigation strategies to remediate or reduce exposure to identified weaknesses.
Compile, track, and report vulnerabilities and mitigation results to quantify program performance.
Create and maintain vulnerability management policies, standard operating procedures, workflows, and training content.
Review and define requirements for information security technologies and tools.
Conduct network‑based scans to identify potential security attack paths.
Perform host‑based scans of workstations, servers, and other network devices to identify vulnerabilities.
Use cybersecurity assessment tools and analysis techniques to evaluate threat exposure.
Analyze complex threats and develop actionable mitigation recommendations.
Support continuous improvement of the vulnerability management program.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Programming, or a related field; or 4 years additional equivalent work experience.
Minimum of 8 years of experience in vulnerability analysis or a related cybersecurity role.
Excellent understanding of network security architecture principles and the nature of system, application, and network‑based threats and vulnerabilities.
Experience with vulnerability assessment tools, scanning platforms, and security technologies.

Preferred Qualifications

Certifications such as CompTIA CySA+, CompTIA Security+, or Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH).
Familiarity with enterprise IT environments, threat assessment tools, and vulnerability management frameworks.
Experience with risk analysis and enterprise vulnerability lifecycle management.
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to assess complex security issues and develop effective mitigation strategies.
Effective communication skills with the ability to produce clear technical documentation and reports.

Security Clearance:

Must be a US citizen (No Dual Citizenship)
Must possess an active Secret clearance

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, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Washington, Vermont, the District of Columbia, and the city of Cleveland. 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, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Washington, Vermont, the District of Columbia, and the city of Cleveland is:

$116,900—$243,100 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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.

Requesting An Accommodation

Accenture Federal Services is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities or religious observances, including reasonable accommodation when needed. If you are hired by Accenture Federal Services and require accommodation to perform the essential functions of your role, you will be asked to participate in our reasonable accommodation process. Accommodations made to facilitate the recruiting process are not a guarantee of future or continued accommodations once hired.

If you are being considered for employment opportunities with Accenture Federal Services and need an accommodation for a disability or religious observance during the interview process or for the job you are interviewing for, please speak with your recruiter.

Other Employment Statements

Applicants for employment in the US must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States.

Candidates who are currently employed by a client of Accenture Federal Services or an affiliated Accenture business may not be eligible for consideration.

Job candidates will not be obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest as part of the hiring process.

The Company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Additionally, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the Company's legal duty to furnish information.

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