At Accenture Federal Services, nothing matters more than helping the US federal government make the nation stronger and safer and life better for people. Our 13,000+ people are united in a shared purpose to pursue the limitless potential of technology and ingenuity for clients across defense, national security, public safety, civilian, and military health organizations.Join Accenture Federal Services to do the work you love in an inclusive, collaborative, and caring community, where you can be empowered to grow, learn and thrive through hands-on experience, certifications, industry training and more.Join us to drive positive, lasting change that moves missions and the government forward!The work:For this position, you will first need to understand the client's IT infrastructure and the types of security incidents that they have been experiencing. They will then need to collect and analyze data from Splunk and Swimlane to identify patterns that could indicate anomalies. Once they have identified these patterns, they will need to develop algorithms to detect and alert on these anomalies. The data scientist will also need to work with the client to develop a plan for deploying and maintaining the new anomaly detection capability. This will include training the client's security team on how to use the capability and ensuring that the capability is integrated with the client's existing security infrastructure. Additionally, you apply statistical and machine learning techniques to build models that address cybersecurity challenges., Analyze large, complex data sets to derive actionable insights and enhance threat detection. Collaborate with cybersecurity analysts to understand their challenges and translate them into data-driven solutions. Keep abreast of the latest developments in data science and cybersecurity to drive innovation. Present findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders’ effective knowledge transfer. Participate in client engagements, ensuring the delivery of high-quality results within project timelines.Here's what you need:
3 + years of experience in data science with a focus on cybersecurity analytics
1 year of experience in data science with a focus on cybersecurity analytics
Proficiency in Python, R, or other data science programming languages
Hands-on experience with machine learning libraries such as TensorFlow, Keras, or Scikit-learn
Strong understanding of cybersecurity concepts, threat landscapes, and attack vectors
Bonus points if you have:
Experience with big data platforms such as Hadoop or Spark.
Knowledge of cybersecurity tools, SIEM platforms, and threat intelligence platforms.
Familiarity with data visualization tools like Tableau, PowerBI, or similar.
Prior experience in a consulting environment or client-facing role.
Relevant certifications, such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or Certified Data Scientist.
Master’s or Ph.D
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