McLean, VA, USA
2 days ago
Department of Defense Strategic Advisor

Job Family:

Strategy & Transformation Consulting


Travel Required:

Up to 10%


Clearance Required:

Ability to Obtain Secret

What You Will Do:
The Department of Defense Strategic Advisor position within our Defense & Security Segment will advise on a range of mission-related issues on existing engagements and new pursuits. This person will bring depth of experienc within the Department of Defense to the team. This role will be a combination of strategic planning, new opportunity pursuits, and engagement delivery with a strong emphasis on thought leadership. This role will seek to find the intersections between defense and national security entities to developed integrated solutions.

Key Responsibilities may include:

Engaging with senior executives to analyze and understand business initiatives

Develop and grow a business portfolio supporting key policy and mission deliveries

Engage with internal and external partners to develop collaborative environments in support of deliverables

Foster external relationships and brand awareness across industries


What You Will Need:

Ability to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a SECRET Federal or DoD security clearance 

Bachelor's degree

FIFTEEN (15) or more years' experience supporting the federal government either through direct employment or as a consultant

Experience engaging with senior leaders within federal government

Strong communications acumen and briefing skills in support of senior leaders within federal clients

Experience translating policy into programmatic actions

Knowledge of Department of Defense industry missions and initiatives


What Would Be Nice To Have:

An ACTIVE and CURRENT SECRET security clearance or higher

Graduate degree or higher

Experience supporting US Navy, Air Force, and/or Space Force


What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Basic Life & Supplemental Life

Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Student Loan PayDown

Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities

Skills Development & Certifications

Employee Referral Program

Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program

Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse
Guidehouse is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.


Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.


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