Special Missions, AI & Data Growth & Strategy Lead

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 Special Missions, AI & Data Growth & Strategy Lead is responsible for driving expansion, innovation, and strategic positioning across the Defense Portfolio’s emerging technology, AI and data-driven capability areas. This role blends high‑level strategic thinking with hands‑on execution, requiring someone who can both architect growth strategies and personally lead capture efforts, develop materials, respond to solicitations, and advance mission-critical initiatives. Key Responsibilities Growth Leadership for Priority Defense Mission Areas Lead strategy, pipeline development, and account growth for the following high‑visibility Defense customers and initiatives: Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) Maven Smart System (MSS) / AI-enabled mission systems Combatant Commands (COCOM) Special Operations Forces (SOF) Responsibilities include: Identifying, shaping, and pursuing new business opportunities. Building and maintaining senior-level relationships across these mission spaces. Translating mission needs into differentiated AI, data, and advanced analytics offerings. Lead, Rapid CSO/OTA Cell (New Defense Portfolio Initiative) Serve as the portfolio’s Lead for the Rapid Commercial Solutions