Data Architect - DBA
Accenture Federal Services
| Company | Accenture Federal Services |
| Category | Data & Analytics |
| Location | Washington |
| Remote | On-site (inferred) |
| Employment | Not stated |
| Level | Lead |
| Salary | Not stated by the employer |
| Posted | 24 Jun 2026 |
| Last verified | 30 Jul 2026 |
| Source | Employer career page (greenhouse) |
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!
The work:
Manage and optimize both relational and NoSQL databases, ensuring high performance and reliability across platforms such as MS SQL and PostgreSQL
Design robust schemas, tune queries, and implement best practices for data storage and retrieval
Modernize and consolidate complex data architectures
Lead initiatives to migrate data models and streamline storage solutions
Safeguard the integrity and security of data platforms by implementing advanced security protocols, including Kerberos authentication, TLS encryption, and role-based access controls
Establish comprehensive backup and disaster recovery strategies, as well as ensure observability and operational excellence across all database systems
Monitor database performance, troubleshoot issues, and proactively optimize systems for maximum uptime and reliability
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align database solutions with organizational objectives and technical requirements
Here's what you need:
Bachelor's degree and 10 years work experience
Must have 3 years of experience working with AWS and cloud infrastructure, cloud data systems, and large‑scale storage technologies
Hands-on experience administering and optimizing relational databases (e.g., MS SQL, PostgreSQL) and NoSQL platforms
Strong proficiency in database performance tuning, query optimization, and schema design
Experience implementing and managing database security controls (e.g., TLS/SSL, IAM/RBAC, encryption at rest/in transit)
Familiarity with backup, restore, disaster recovery, and high‑availability strategies
Experience migrating data models, refactoring legacy database systems, or consolidating data platforms
Working knowledge of infrastructure-as-code tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation) for provisioning cloud database resources
Experience with observability tools and practices such as monitoring, alerting, and logging for database systems
Strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex database issues
Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, communicate technical concepts clearly, and translate requirements into scalable data solutions
Must have an active Top-Secret clearance and be eligible for SCI
Ability to work 100% on site in Washington, DC
Bonus points if you have:
Experience with distributed systems architecture, data migration, and consolidation projects
Understanding of platform reliability and operational best practices
Eligibility Requirements:
US Citizenship required
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
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