What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cleared Security Engineer position at Accrete?
Office Location: Alexandria, VA
TS/SCI Required
About Accrete:
Accrete AI is a dynamic and innovative company focused on transforming the future of artificial intelligence. We specialize in creating advanced AI solutions that turn complex data into actionable insights, driving real-world impact for businesses and government organizations. Our team thrives on creativity and collaboration, working together to push the boundaries of AI technology.
At the core of our offerings are our AI agents, designed to autonomously analyze data, generate insights, and make intelligent recommendations. These agents help businesses streamline operations, improve decision-making, and also empower government entities to enhance security, intelligence, and operational efficiency
Position Description:
This position is responsible for integrating Accrete products into client environments with rigorous security protocols and processes. A successful candidate will map existing Accrete security software and processes to client environments to ensure equal or greater adherence to the client’s practices.
Responsibilities:
- Work closely with Accrete’s Manager of Cloud Security and staff to understand key dependencies
- Research and communicate unique client security needs to Accrete’s CISO and Manager of Cloud Security to reduce code drift and divergent security practices
- Implement compliant identity management and data handling processes using a variety of custom and off-the-shelf software
- Identify and recommend base code modifications in order to meet client security requirements
Skills:
- Five or more years’ work experience working with user identity management systems
- Experience with user activity monitoring and auditing
- Extensive knowledge of operating system and database security
- Proficiency in networking technologies, network security and network monitoring solutions
- Detail-oriented person with a passion for proper practice alignment and documentation
- Strong commitment to protecting client confidentiality while collaborating with enabling Accrete colleagues
- Familiarity with or a desire to master cloud platforms like AWS and Azure
- Experience communicating complex technical issues to C-suite level audiences
- Experience with or a strong willingness to learn CMMC, FedRAMP, NIST 800-53, and NIST 800-171
- A resilient and adaptable mindset, comfortable with ambiguity and tasks that are not always thoroughly outlined
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Science or Information Technology Systems
- Must hold a TOP SECRET/SCI with counterintelligence polygraph
Ideal candidate will have:
- Experience in the Department of Defense or Intelligence Community
- Experience working with need-to-know security authentication and identity management systems
- Experience working in AWS and Azure environments
- CompTIA Security Certification
- Some experience coding in Java, Python, R, or C/C
Salary Range: $100,000 - $150,000
Security Clearance: TS/SCI with CI Polygraph
Cultural Fit & Values
At Accrete, success goes beyond technical expertise—we value innovation, collaboration, and accountability. Our team members embody:
- Ownership & Accountability: Drive projects to completion with high standards and proactive problem-solving
- Transparency & Communication: Share information openly and give/receive constructive feedback
- Strategic Thinking & Problem-Solving: Analyze challenges critically and implement effective solutions
- Collaboration & Professionalism: Contribute meaningfully as a team player and uphold mutual respect
- Passion for AI & Innovation: Stay curious, continuously learn, and push AI’s potential
- Going Beyond the Job Description: Seek opportunities to contribute beyond core responsibilities
These principles shape our culture, performance evaluations, and growth opportunities, ensuring we build a mission-driven organization together.
Company Benefits
- Competitive Salary: Aligned with experience and market standards
- Comprehensive Insurance: Health, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family
- 401(k) Plan: Build your financial future with our retirement savings plan
- Flexible PTO & Hybrid Work: Take time off when needed and enjoy remote flexibility per company guidelines
- Growth & Development: Access professional learning opportunities and career advancement support
- Onsite Perks: Enjoy catered lunches, snacks, and a fully stocked kitchen
- Team Bonding: Company-sponsored happy hours and social events to connect and unwind
Accrete is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Salary : $100,000 - $150,000