Data Science Project Manager

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The work
As a Data Science Project Manager you will lead strategic planning and coordination for enterprise-level data initiatives. You will oversee the development of a comprehensive data strategy, a data governance framework, organizational change management plans, and the establishment of a scalable data science environment.

Responsibilities
• Partner with stakeholders to lead a full data inventory effort
• Drive the development of data strategy and governance plans
• Guide organizational change management activities

What you need
• 8 years of experience managing federal projects
• Proven experience integrating data science into federal programs
• Strong understanding of AI policy, governance, and ethics
• Experience leading cross‑sector collaboration and long-term strategic planning
• Ability to translate between technical and policy domains to enable mission success

Bonus if you have
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• Experience leading intelligence-focused programs
• Strength in connecting technical solutions with policy and mission needs

Clearance
• Active TS/SCI security clearance required

 

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, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Washington, Vermont, 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, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Washington, Vermont, the District of Columbia, and the city of Cleveland is:$175,300—$201,300 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.   Equal Employment Opportunity Statement 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