CSO/OTA Solution Architect

Accenture Federal Services

$139,300 - $269,000 / year

Washington, DCFull-timeHybridIntermediate

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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!

You Are:

The CSO/OTA Solution Architect develops, validates, and communicates the technical, functional, and mission aligned solution concepts required for rapid cycle CSO/OTA pursuits. They will be operating within accelerated 30–90 day acquisition timelines, this architect converts mission needs into differentiated solution architectures that satisfy CSO evaluation factors or prototype OT statutory requirements, while preparing AFS for follow on production awards.

The role is a critical member of the Defense Portfolio CSO/OTA Rapid Response Team Tiger Team, alongside Proposal Development, Solutions Development, and Rapid Response contributors. This role requires experience supporting Department of War (DoW) capture, proposals, or technical solutioning in a government or government-contracting environment.

The Work:

Responsible to interface directly with the various Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) across the Defense Portfolio accounts, produce and refine architecture diagrams (MS Visio, Draw.io, or Lucid), solution narratives, technical volumes, and supporting technical artifacts for proposals.

The architect ensures every solution is credible, feasible, defensible, and ready for immediate submission, reflecting AFS’ expertise across AI, digital engineering, cyber, logistics, cloud engineering and mission systems. The role requires deep understanding of CSO competitive structures, prototype OT requirements (10 U.S.C. §4022), and evolving DoW acquisition strategies that prioritize commercial technology, speed, and innovation.

Here's What You Need:

Bachelors Degree
Experience with one or more of the following: Capture, proposals, or technical solutioning in a government or government-contracting environment
Domain Knowledge: Understanding of federal/government contracting, mission-critical IT solutions, or emerging technology domains
Delivery Leadership Background: Prior experience as a program manager, delivery lead, or similar role with full lifecycle accountability
Executive Communication Skills: Demonstrated ability to communicate complex concepts clearly and persuasively to C-suite and senior government leaders
Project Management Expertise: Proven track record managing complex, multi-stakeholder projects with strong command of PM methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, hybrid approaches)
Stakeholder Management Excellence: Advanced ability to build trust-based relationships, navigate organizational dynamics, and influence without authority
Financial Acumen: Experience with budget management, financial tracking, P&L responsibility, and revenue forecasting

Bonus Points If:

Advanced Degree
15+ years of industry experience
Motivated and proactive, with a desire to understand and address complex areas
Curiosity for learning about new technology, industry best practices, and areas of risk, analyzing and turning new insights into concrete action
Commitment to delivering tangible outcomes for customers and stakeholders
Strong written and verbal communication/interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
Excellent people management and relationship development skills
In-depth knowledge of Accenture delivery methodologies and practices

The Extras:

US Citizenship Required
The ability to obtain and maintain a government 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:

$139,300—$269,000 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 clients and our communities. For details, view a copy of the Accenture 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.

Requesting An Accommodation

Accenture Federal Services is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities or religious observances, including reasonable accommodation when needed. If you are hired by Accenture Federal Services and require accommodation to perform the essential functions of your role, you will be asked to participate in our reasonable accommodation process. Accommodations made to facilitate the recruiting process are not a guarantee of future or continued accommodations once hired.

If you are being considered for employment opportunities with Accenture Federal Services and need an accommodation for a disability or religious observance during the interview process or for the job you are interviewing for, please speak with your recruiter.

Other Employment Statements

Applicants for employment in the US must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States.

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

Job candidates will not be obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest as part of the hiring process.

The Company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Additionally, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the Company's legal duty to furnish information.

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About this role

Accenture Federal Services is seeking a CSO/OTA Solution Architect to lead rapid-cycle proposal development for the Department of Defense. Operating within compressed 30–90 day timelines, you'll translate complex mission requirements into technically credible and strategically differentiated solution architectures. Working as part of the Defense Portfolio's Tiger Team, you'll produce architecture diagrams, solution narratives, and technical volumes that position Accenture to win follow-on production awards. The role demands someone who can synthesize input from multiple subject matter experts and communicate sophisticated concepts—spanning AI, cyber, cloud engineering, and mission systems—in ways that resonate with both government evaluators and C-suite leadership.

Success in this position requires a combination of government contracting fluency and delivery leadership experience. You need a bachelor's degree and demonstrated background in capture, proposals, or technical solutioning within a federal or government-contracting context. Beyond domain knowledge, the role calls for proven program or delivery management experience, strong financial acumen, and the ability to manage complex, multi-stakeholder projects under methodologies like Agile or Waterfall. Equally important is your capacity to build trust-based relationships, influence without direct authority, and communicate persuasively across organizational levels.

This is a hybrid role based in Washington, DC, requiring US citizenship and the ability to obtain a government security clearance. The salary range is $139,300–$269,000, with variation based on location, experience, and skill set. Candidates with advanced degrees and 15+ years of industry experience are particularly competitive.

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