Emerging Tech Architect: AI, Cloud & Zero-Trust

Accenture Federal Services; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 106,000 - 221,000; Full time

Job summary

Accenture Federal Services in Chantilly, VA is seeking an Emerging Technologies Architect – SME to serve as the organization’s technical authority for identifying, evaluating, and integrating emerging technologies to enhance mission effectiveness and readiness.

The role focuses on AI, ML, cloud, and advanced analytics, aligning with enterprise architecture and zero-trust security, and involves partnering with government and industry to develop roadmaps and governance frameworks, and to produce

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree or Ph.D. in a related technical discipline preferred.
• 10 years of experience within complex enterprise environments.
• Strong knowledge of AI, machine learning, cloud technologies, and modern enterprise architectures.
• Experience developing strategic technology roadmaps, governance frameworks, and adoption strategies.
• Knowledge of zero-trust security principles.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into executive-level recommendations.
• Experience supporting national security, defense, intelligence, or highly regulated environments.
• Expertise in AI governance, responsible AI, MLOps, or advanced analytics platforms.
• Experience collaborating with industry leaders, research institutions, and academic organizations.
• Relevant certifications in cloud, AI, cybersecurity, or enterprise architecture.

Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate emerging technologies to enhance mission effectiveness and operational readiness.
• Integrate advanced capabilities such as AI, machine learning, and cloud technologies within the enterprise architecture.
• Ensure compliance with zero-trust security principles and secure systems integration.
• Partner with governmental, industrial, academic, and research organizations to develop technology roadmaps and governance frameworks.
• Create actionable recommendations for senior leadership through comprehensive technology assessments.
• Address cross-domain and cross-enclave technology integration challenges.

Skills

AI & ML

Cloud tech

Zero-trust security

Enterprise architecture

Roadmaps

Governance

Executive communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Ph.D. preferred

Job description

Accenture Federal Services in Chantilly, VA is seeking an Emerging Technologies Architect – SME to serve as the organization’s technical authority for identifying, evaluating, and integrating emerging technologies to enhance mission effectiveness and readiness.

The role focuses on AI, ML, cloud, and advanced analytics, aligning with enterprise architecture and zero-trust security, and involves partnering with government and industry to develop roadmaps and governance frameworks, and to produce