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The Enterprise Solution Architect (ESA) leads technical solution development on high-value federal opportunities within Accenture Federal Services. This role involves architecting end-to-end solutions, authoring technical volumes for RFP responses, and integrating AI-powered tools into proposal processes. The ESA also mentors solution architects, develops reusable technical content, and contributes to cross-portfolio collaboration.
The Work:

• Standup/Administer an AI Cell to augment Accenture's Capture/Solutioning capability
• Lead technical solutioning for high-value federal opportunities from early opportunity shaping through proposal submission
• Architect end-to-end solutions addressing complex federal requirements across cloud, AI/ML, cybersecurity, data modernization, and application development
• Conduct and participate in proposal review sessions providing technical assessment and recommendations
  • Color Reviewer for the firms highest stake deals
• Author technical volumes including technical approach and support Demos and Orals.
• Develop reusable technical content including white papers, solution templates, technical graphics, and proof points on emerging technologies
• Pilot and integrate AI tools into solutioning workflows to improve efficiency and quality
• Manage a team of Solution Architects and mentor junior architects through structured development programs and contribute to proposal training curriculum
  • Administer yearly an onsite Solution Architect Apprenticeship Program comprised of 10-12 high potentials from across the portfolio
• Participate in solution architect community meetings fostering cross-portfolio collaboration

Here's What You Need:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Minimum 5 years of experience in enterprise solution architecture, technical consulting, or systems engineering
• Deep knowledge in 3+ domains: Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), AI/ML and Generative AI, Cybersecurity and Zero Trust, Data platforms and analytics, Application modernization and DevSecOps, or Enterprise integration and APIs
• Strong technical writing skills with ability to craft compelling narratives from complex architectures
• Experience with proposal processes including color teams, source selection criteria, and evaluation factors
• Experience with working collaboratively organizational leadership
• Demonstrated wins on competitive federal opportunities
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) with ability to tailor messages to diverse audiences
• Workshop facilitation experience leading technical discussions and building stakeholder consensus

Bonus Points If:

• Recommended +5 years of experience supporting federal proposals, RFP responses, and competitive procurements
• Knowledge of federal acquisition (FAR, DFARS, GSA schedules, GWAC vehicles)
• Professional certifications: Cloud (AWS Solutions Architect Professional, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, GCP Professional Architect), Enterprise Architecture (TOGAF, Zachman), Cybersecurity (CISSP, CISM, CAP), or Project Management (PMP, SAFe)
• Executive presence to present to C-suite and senior government officials
• Experience with AI-powered solutioning tools and automation
• Prior experience in content development and thought leadership

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, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and the District of Columbia, and the city of Cleveland. 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, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and the District of Columbia, and the city of Cleveland is:
$142,100-$312,500 USD
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