Cloud & AI Solutions Leader
About The Position
Accenture Federal Services is seeking a Cloud & AI Solutions Leader to serve as the principal enterprise architect across multi-cloud environments, including AWS, Azure, GCP, and Cloud One. The role designs resilient, mission-critical infrastructure for federal agencies and supports defense, national security, public safety, civilian, and military health missions. The position champions hands-on AI/ML solutioning, intelligent automation, and data platform integration; partners with account executives on technical solutioning for proposals and growth; leads engineering teams and oversees DevSecOps and technical governance through Authority to Operate (ATO); and advises senior government executives on technology roadmaps and delivery. The role is intended for a technical leader who wants to remain close to technology while developing executive delivery experience.
Requirements
- At least 8 years of progressive technical leadership in cloud architecture, enterprise systems engineering, or federal IT transformations.
- Proven multi-cloud architecture expertise in AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform, or DoD Cloud One environments.
- Practical experience designing AI/ML-enabled workflows, data pipelines, and containerized microservices, including Kubernetes or OpenShift.
- Solid understanding of federal security standards, including FedRAMP, DoD SRG IL4/IL5/IL6, and NIST 800-53 controls.
- Professional-level cloud architect certification, such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect Professional, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, or equivalent.
- U.S. citizenship is required.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a government clearance may be required.
- U.S. work authorization that does not now or in the future require visa sponsorship.
Nice To Haves
- Strong desire to stay close to technology while cultivating executive delivery experience toward a future CIO trajectory.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the principal enterprise architect across multi-cloud environments and design resilient, mission-critical infrastructure for federal agencies.
- Champion hands-on AI/ML solutioning, intelligent automation, and data platform integration to align federal architectures with agency priorities.
- Partner with account executives to lead technical solutioning for RFPs, white papers, technical orals, and client growth across DoD and VA portfolios.
- Lead high-performing engineering teams, oversee DevSecOps standards, and maintain technical governance from inception through Authority to Operate (ATO).
- Act as the primary technical interface for senior government executives, including CIO- and CTO-level stakeholders, balancing strategic technology roadmaps with tactical delivery.
Benefits
- The company describes a collaborative and caring community with opportunities to grow and learn through hands-on experience, certifications, and industry training.
- A wide variety of benefits are offered; specific benefits are not listed in the posting.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
