Federal Cybersecurity Engagement Leader

Guidehouse; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 149,000 - 248,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Parental Leave & Adoption Assistance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Mobility Stipend

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Guidehouse is seeking a Cybersecurity Associate Director to lead federal cybersecurity engagements, advise government stakeholders, and help agencies strengthen cyber resilience amid complex threats. The role blends governance, risk, and compliance with engagement leadership, business development, and mentorship to develop future practice leadership.

Onsite in the DC area with up to 10% travel. You will influence AI-driven security, Zero Trust, cloud security, and data protection offerings,

Qualifications

• Active and current SECRET (or higher) federal clearance.
• 12+ years in cybersecurity risk management and governance.
• US Citizenship is contractually required.
• Ability to be onsite 3-5x per week in the Washington, DC area.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic federal cybersecurity engagements and advise government stakeholders.
• Help agencies strengthen resilience against nation-state threats and modernize security operations.
• Mentor teams and drive AI, Zero Trust, and cloud security offerings.

Skills

AI-first mindset

Business development

Leading multidisciplinary teams

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

PMP/CISSP/CISM certifications (nice to have)

Job description

Guidehouse is seeking a Cybersecurity Associate Director to lead federal cybersecurity engagements, advise government stakeholders, and help agencies strengthen cyber resilience amid complex threats. The role blends governance, risk, and compliance with engagement leadership, business development, and mentorship to develop future practice leadership.

Onsite in the DC area with up to 10% travel. You will influence AI-driven security, Zero Trust, cloud security, and data protection offerings,