Emerging Technologies Architect - SME

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

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, a technology company within global Accenture. Recognized as a Glassdoor Top 100 Best Place to Work, we offer a collaborative and caring community where you feel like you belong and are 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!

Who you are:

The Emerging Technologies Architect – Subject Matter Expert (SME) will serve as the organization's technical authority for identifying, evaluating, and integrating emerging technologies that enhance mission effectiveness, operational readiness, and long-term strategic objectives. The ideal candidate will lead the assessment and adoption of cutting‑edge capabilities—particularly in AI, machine learning, cloud technologies, and advanced analytics—while ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture, security requirements, zero‑trust principles, and cross‑enclave interoperability needs.

What you do:

• 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.

What you need:

• 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.

Eligibility Requirements:

• US Citizen
• Active Top Secret security 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, Connecticut, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and the District of Columbia. 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, Connecticut, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and the District of Columbia is:

$106,300—$221,100 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.

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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 theAccenture 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.

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

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