Enterprise Solutions Architect

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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