Diligence Lead

Guidehouse; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 113,000 - 188,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Mobility Stipend

Job summary

Guidehouse seeks a Diligence Lead in Washington, DC to own investment assessments across opportunity, coverage, and realization stages. You will integrate technical, financial, and commercial findings to present leadership with recommended investment amounts and scenarios.

You will direct analysts, coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, and maintain clear documentation. A Bachelor's degree and 6+ years of relevant experience are required; ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 6+ years of relevant experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Top Secret clearance.
• Experience working in complex, multidisciplinary environments.
• Experience coordinating with senior leaders and cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Own investment assessments across opportunity, coverage, and realization stages.
• Integrate technical, ownership, manufacturing, founder, commercial, and financial findings.
• Set investment amounts, conditions, and scenarios; present recommendations to leadership.
• Direct analysts; commission outside expertise when needed for depth.
• Maintain eligible‑buyer and realization maps with version history and rationale.
• Establish Mandarin review paths; disclose gaps before accepting delivery commitments.
• Challenge capital and production assumptions with scenario analysis and evidence.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

## Diligence LeadApply: US - DC, Washington: Full time: Posted Today: 44857**Job Family:**Operational Effectiveness**Travel Required:**Up to 10%**Clearance Required:**Ability to Obtain Top Secret (TS)**What You Will Do:*** Own investment assessments across opportunity, coverage, and realization stages comprehensively.* Integrate technical, ownership, manufacturing, founder, commercial, and financial findings.* Set investment amounts, conditions, and scenarios; present recommendations to leadership.* Direct analysts; commission outside expertise when needed for necessary depth.* Maintain eligible‐buyer and realization maps with version history and rationale.* Establish Mandarin review paths; disclose gaps before accepting delivery commitments.* Challenge capital and production assumptions with scenario analysis and evidence.* Preserve dissent; carry disagreements intact to leadership for resolution appropriately.**What You Will Need:*** Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD “TOP SECRET” security clearance* Bachelor's Degree* SIX (6)+ years of relevant experience.* Demonstrated experience performing responsibilities directly related to the position.* Ability to work in complex, multidisciplinary environments.**What Would Be Nice To Have:*** Master's Degree in a related discipline.* Experience in intelligence, national security, defense, technology, or private‐sector mission environments.* Experience developing strategic plans, assessments, technical products, or operational frameworks.* Experience working across organizations and integrating diverse stakeholder requirements.* Familiarity with data analytics, AI/ML, knowledge management, or operational planning.* Experience supporting executive decision‐making and governance processes.* Experience leading teams, projects, programs, or technical initiatives.* Demonstrated ability to improve processes, methodologies, and mission outcomes.* Strong written and verbal communication skills.* Experience coordinating with senior leaders, technical experts, or operational stakeholders.* Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver quality results.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 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