Technical Targeting Analyst - SME

<div class="content-intro"><div> <div> </div> <div>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. </div> <div> </div> <div>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. </div> <div> </div> <div>Join us to drive positive, lasting change that moves missions and the government forward!</div> <div> </div> </div></div><p>Accenture Federal Services is seeking a <strong>Technical Targeting Analyst – Subject Matter Expert (SME)</strong> to serve as a principal authority in AI-enabled targeting, intelligence modernization, and advanced analytic integration. In this high-impact role, you will leverage artificial intelligence, machine learning, cyber intelligence, and large-scale data exploitation to identify, assess, and develop actionable intelligence against complex, high-priority threats.</p> <div> <p>You will guide strategic modernization initiatives, drive data‑enabled targeting operations, and enable ethical, secure, mission‑aligned use of emerging technologies across dynamic federal environments. This role demands deep analytic expertise, exceptional critical thinking, and the ability to lead complex intelligence efforts supporting national‑level missions.</p> </div> <p><strong>The Work:</strong></p> <div> <ul> <li>Lead the development and application of <strong>AI/ML-driven targeting methodologies</strong> to support mission-critical intelligence objectives.</li> <li>Apply advanced analytical tradecraft to evaluate large, diverse datasets originating from multiple intelligence, cyber, and operational sources.</li> <li>Develop high‑quality intelligence products, technical targeting packages, and senior‑level briefings for executive stakeholders.</li> <li>Integrate advanced analytical tools, frameworks, and emerging technologies into operational targeting workflows.</li> <li>Provide expert consultation to senior mission partners on data-driven targeting strategies, analytic modernization, and cross‑domain intelligence integration.</li> <li>Uphold rigorous security, ethical, and governance standards in the application of artificial intelligence and emerging technologies.</li> </ul> </div> <p><strong>Here is what you need:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 10 years of experience in a relevant field.</li> <li> <div>Demonstrated experience in <strong>advanced analytical techniques</strong>, intelligence collection methods, and data exploitation tools.</div> </li> <li> <div>Strong knowledge of <strong>AI, machine learning, data science</strong>, and intelligence‑driven analytic frameworks.</div> </li> <li> <div>Proven ability to assess and analyze <strong>large-scale, high‑complexity datasets</strong> from multi‑source environments.</div> </li> <li> <div>Exceptional critical thinking, investigative analysis, and structured problem‑solving abilities.</div> </li> <li> <div>Experience developing <strong>intelli