Data Governance & Policy SME Security Clearance
Job in
Columbia, Howard County, Maryland, 21044, USA
Listed on 2026-03-05
Listing for:
Accenture Federal Services
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-03-05
Job specializations:
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IT/Tech
Cybersecurity, Data Security, IT Consultant, Information Security
Job Description & How to Apply Below
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! Accenture Federal Services is seeking a Data Governance & Policy SME to join our team and support our client in the Columbia, MD area.
What you'll do:
* Establish and enforce data governance policies to ensure the accuracy, integrity, and security of organizational data
* Collaborate with key stakeholders to define data standards, facilitate effective data collection, storage, access, and usage
* Drive data stewardship initiatives for comprehensive and effective data governance
* Navigate complex cloud ecosystems and apply best practices for securing data in AWS, Azure, and other cloud technologies What you'll need:
* 10 years of experience in data governance, data management, or related roles
* 3 years of experience securing Amazon Web Services (AWS preferred), Microsoft Azure, and other cloud technologies
* Experience with Agile development processes and/or Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) principles
* Familiarity with security policy management and risk assessment frameworks
* Experience with NIST SP 800-53 and/or Risk Management Framework processes
* Experience with Data Management Systems and Tools
* Experience Data Tagging and access management Bonus points if you have:
* Exposure to cyber security, IT operations, and CNO software development or security research
* Experience with cloud security tools and methodologies
* Experience implementing security policy within the cloud environment
* Native policy orchestration experience
* Ability to translate policy and governance into technical implementation
* Ability to communicate security solutions and policy with development/engineering team as well as client leadership
* Excellent writing and communication skills
* DOD 8570 Information Assurance (IAM) Level I, (IAT) level II Certification or higher Clearance:
* Must have an active TS/SCI level clearance with willingness to sit for polygraph #clearancejobs #LI-DataAI 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 Final date to receive applications.
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: $93,400 - $176,200 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.
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