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SAP Data Governance Manager

Accenture Federal Services
Data GovernancePublic TrustOn-siteFull-timeWashington, DC

Accenture Federal Services is hiring for the job of SAP Data Governance Manager, Washington, DC (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: Washington, DCWorkplace: On-siteFocus: Data GovernancePosted: Sep 19, 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!

The work

The Data Governance Manger supports enterprise data initiatives by defining and implementing data governance frameworks documenting data requirements and improving data quality across SAP and non‑SAP environments. This role collaborates with business and technical stakeholders to establish data standards develop policies and configure metadata and business glossary terms. The specialist also supports business intelligence needs by gathering reporting requirements and translating them into actionable insights through Power BI dashboards and analytics solutions. This position plays a critical role in improving data visibility compliance and decision‑making across the organization.

Key responsibilities

Define and implement data governance frameworks standards and policies across SAP analytics platforms Develop and maintain data quality rules lineage metadata standards and data ownership models Configure and manage business glossary terms data policies and governance workflows Plan manage and execute data governance initiatives ensuring adherence across business and functional areas Monitor compliance with internal and external data regulations and governance standards Lead workshops with business and IT stakeholders to gather and document data requirements Assist in the design and refinement of data models to support enterprise reporting needs Resolve data‑related issues risks and quality concerns Create Power BI dashboards visualizations and KPIs aligned to governance and reporting requirements Collaborate with data stewards architects IT teams and business units to implement data strategies Develop governance performance reports and metrics Support Master Data Management (MDM) and compliance initiatives

Here’s what you need

7+ years of experience in data governance data quality or MDM preferably within SAP environments Knowledge of SAP Information Steward SAP MDG or equivalent data governance tools Experience building data dictionaries lineage documentation and data quality scorecards facilitation skills to work with data stewards business process owners and IT architects Understanding of regulatory and compliance requirements related to enterprise data analytical and communication skills with the ability to work across business and technical teams

Nice to have

Experience with Power BI SAP BW/4HANA SAP BTP or other BI/analytics platforms Familiarity with metadata management practices and data cataloging tools Experience with report optimization and BI data validation Background supporting large‑scale enterprise data transformation initiatives

Eligibility requirements

US Citizen (no duals) Ability to obtain a client Public Trust government clearance

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 $116,900 $243,100 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 Washington 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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