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Data Governance Specialist

Accenture Federal Services
Data GovernanceTS/SCIOn-siteFull-timeSuitland, MD

Accenture Federal Services is hiring for the job of Data Governance Specialist, Suitland, MD (On-site). This is a Data Governance job in the governance, risk, and compliance field. Review the full details below and apply directly with Accenture Federal Services.

Organization: Accenture Federal ServicesLocation: Suitland, MDWorkplace: On-siteFocus: Data GovernancePosted: Oct 1, 2026
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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!

As a Data Governance Specialist you will play a pivotal role in shaping and maintaining the frameworks that ensure data integrity security and compliance across the organization.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement data governance frameworks to ensure data quality integrity and security across the organization Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align data and AI processes with business objectives Establish and maintain data management standards policies and procedures Monitor compliance with data governance policies and recommend improvements as needed Serve as a key point of contact for customer relationship management initiatives related to data Identify and resolve data-related issues ensuring timely and effective solutions Support the adoption of best practices in data governance and management throughout the organization Provide guidance and training to stakeholders on data governance principles and processes

Qualifications

3 years of experience assisting with implementation of policies Experience with federal data management policies and procedures

Nice to have

Experience working within a federal cloud environment Experience with AI development and implementation

Clearance

An active TS/SCI is required

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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. / a Underlined 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 $109,700 $142,300 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 clients and our communities. For details view a copy of the a 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:0:0 / 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 strong 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:0:0 / 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. California requires additional notifications for applicants and employees. If you are a California resident live in or plan to work from Los Angeles County upon being hired for this position please a click here for additional important information.

Location and market context

This job is based in Suitland on-site. Local candidates benefit from being close to Accenture Federal Services's teams and regional hiring market. Confirm the exact in-office expectation and any relocation support with the employer.

About data governance jobs

Data governance establishes ownership, quality, and controls over data as an asset. It is foundational to trustworthy analytics and AI, spanning cataloging, lineage, and access. Jobs like this one are typically evaluated against frameworks such as data management frameworks, data quality and lineage standards, and privacy and security controls.

How to position yourself for this data governance job

Strong candidates emphasize data ownership and stewardship, quality and lineage, catalog and access controls, and enabling analytics and AI on a trusted data foundation. In your resume and outreach, tie your experience to how Accenture Federal Services would apply data management frameworks, data quality and lineage standards, and privacy and security controls, and lead with concrete outcomes rather than duties.

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