Agile Operations Lead - Data and AI Platform

Guidehouse-Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 113,000 - 188,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) plan

Job summary

Guidehouse seeks a senior delivery coordinator in Washington, DC to coordinate delivery across a complex enterprise data analytics and AI platform supporting diplomacy. You will translate user needs into actionable work items, manage dependencies, and facilitate Agile ceremonies with technical and non-technical teams.

This role rewards strong problem-solving and structured follow-through in fast-paced environments, with executives receiving regular status updates and tight alignment across

Qualifications

• Active and maintained SECRET clearance required.
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 6+ years in consulting, product/platform management, project coordination, or Agile delivery.
• 3+ years on Agile projects with hands-on use of Agile work-management tools.
• 2+ years maintaining delivery documentation and executive status reporting.
• 2+ years experience in contracts, budget, delivery resources, and cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate delivery across a complex enterprise data analytics and AI platform supporting diplomacy.
• Translate needs into actionable work items and manage dependencies.
• Facilitate Agile ceremonies and ensure alignment across stakeholders.
• Drive structured follow-through across technical and non-technical teams.

Skills

Agile delivery

Executive reporting

Project coordination

Stakeholder communication

Contract management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Jira

Azure DevOps

Trello

Job description

Job Family:Operational Effectiveness ConsultingTravel Required:Up to 10%Clearance Required:Active SecretWhat You Will Do:In this role, you’ll play a key part in coordinating delivery across a complex enterprise data analytics and AI platform supporting diplomacy. You’ll help teams translate needs into actionable work items, manage dependencies, facilitate Agile ceremonies, and ensure alignment across stakeholders. This position is ideal for someone who excels at coordination, enjoys problem‑solving in dynamic environments, and can drive structured follow‑through across technical and non‑technical teams.What You Will Need:An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED "SECRET" Federal or DoD security clearance.Bachelor’s degreeSIX (6) or more years' professional experience in consulting, product/platform management, project coordination, or Agile delivery including:THREE (3) or more years' working on Agile projects and hands‑on experience using an Agile work‑management tool (e.g., Jira, Azure DevOps, Trello).TWO (2) or more years' maintaining delivery documentation and providing executive level status reporting.TWO (2) or more years' experience in contracts, budget, delivery resources, and cross-functional teamsWhat Would Be Nice To Have:Familiarity with Palantir Foundry’s core platform concepts (e.g., ontology objects, workshops, and other applications).Experience coordinating work across multiple product teams, including engineering, data, and operations.Experience in fast-paced environments with complex dependencies, across multiple contractors, and multiple stakeholder groups.Agile certifications such as Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), Professional Scrum Master (PSM), SAFe, or Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP)Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical audiences.The annual salary range for this position is $113,000.00-$188,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.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 InsurancePersonal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid HolidaysPosition may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonusParental Leave and Adoption Assistance401(k) Retirement PlanBasic Life & Supplemental LifeHealth Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsShort-Term & Long-Term DisabilityStudent Loan PayDownTuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning OpportunitiesSkills Development & CertificationsEmployee Referral ProgramCorporate Sponsored Events & Community OutreachEmergency Back-Up Childcare ProgramMobility StipendAbout GuidehouseGuidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities 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.If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at [e-mail]. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation.All communication regarding recruitment for a Guidehouse position will be sent from Guidehouse email domains including @guidehouse.com or [e-mail]. Correspondence received by an applicant from any other domain should be considered unauthorized and will not be honored by Guidehouse. Note that Guidehouse will never charge a fee or require a money transfer at any stage of the recruitment process and does not collect fees from educational institutions for participation in a recruitment event. Never provide your banking information to a third party purporting to need that information to proceed in the hiring process.If any person or organization demands money related to a job opportunity with Guidehouse, please report the matter to Guidehouse’s Ethics Hotline. If you want to check the validity of correspondence you have received, please contact [e-mail]. Guidehouse is not responsible for losses incurred (monetary or otherwise) from an applicant’s dealings with unauthorized third parties.Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.