Zero Trust Engineer
Accenture Federal Services
This job at a glance
- Who can apply
- New grads, no experience needed
- Must know
- Network securityTroubleshootingVulnerability managementCybersecurityPythonTerraform
- Work
- On-site in St Louis
- Pay
- Not stated by the employer.
- Skill demand
- Cybersecurity46%Vulnerability management41%Troubleshooting36%Network security32%of 99 similar entry-level jobs posted in the US this week
- Listed
- Nov 12, 2026 · still open
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About the Role
The Zero Trust Engineer is responsible for implementing, integrating, and maintaining Zero Trust security controls that protect enterprise systems, applications, and networks from cyber threats. This role focuses on the hands-on deployment and operational support of Zero Trust capabilities, ensuring continuous verification of users and devices while enforcing least-privilege access across the enterprise.
Key Responsibilities
- Implement and maintain Zero Trust security controls across enterprise environments.
- Deploy and support identity-centric access solutions, including authentication, authorization, and least-privilege controls.
- Integrate Zero Trust technologies with IAM, endpoint security, and network security platforms.
- Monitor, troubleshoot, and remediate issues related to access management, device trust, and policy enforcement.
- Conduct security assessments and support vulnerability remediation efforts.
- Collaborate with cybersecurity, infrastructure, and engineering teams to implement secure access solutions.
- Create and maintain technical documentation, configuration standards, and operational procedures.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Must be a US citizen (No Dual Citizenship)
- Must possess an active Secret clearance
Nice to Have
- Experience designing or supporting Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) initiatives.
- Knowledge of Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) solutions.
- Experience with identity platforms such as Entra ID, Okta, Ping, or SailPoint.
- Familiarity with automation and scripting (PowerShell, Python, Terraform, Ansible).
- Experience with enterprise security tools such as CyberArk, CrowdStrike, Microsoft Defender, Zscaler, or Netskope.
- Understanding of security architecture, risk assessments, and compliance frameworks.
Bonus Points
- Industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, CySA+, or similar credentials.
- Experience implementing ZTA in enterprise or government environments.
Compensation
The base pay range for this position in California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and the District of Columbia is: $100,200—$203,400 USD.