Mission Advancement Senior

Guidehouse; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Mobility Stipend

Employee Referral Program

Discretionary bonus

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Guidehouse is seeking a Mission Advancement Senior to partner with Defense and Security clients, structuring ambiguous problems and shaping strategy. You will drive execution of complex change initiatives, guiding the development and adoption of analytic tools while engaging senior leadership with executive-ready storytelling.

You will translate strategy into actionable plans, lead fast-moving projects, and navigate dynamic federal environments with confidence, delivering measurable impact

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance required.
• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Minimum 10 years of DoD/IC operations or mission-support experience.
• Experience collaborating with research analysts, data engineers, and intelligence analysts.

Responsibilities

• Structure ambiguous problems and shape strategic direction for Defense and Security clients.
• Drive execution of complex change initiatives and guide adoption of analytic tools.
• Lead cross-functional teams and engage senior leadership with executive-ready storytelling.
• Translate strategy into actionable plans and manage high-tempo project delivery in federal environments.
• Collaborate with researchers, data engineers, and analysts to deliver mission-focused solutions.

Skills

Executive communication

Project management

Stakeholder management

Problem structuring

Facilitation

Storylining

Change management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Job Family:Strategy & Transformation ConsultingTravel Required:NoneClearance Required:Active Top Secret SCI (TS/SCI)What You Will Do:As a Mission Advancement Senior, you will partner with Defense and Security clients to structure ambiguous problems, shape strategic direction, and drive execution of complex change initiatives. You will collaborate with cross‑functional teams—including research scientists, data engineers, and intelligence analysts—to design practical, mission‑focused solutions and guide the development and adoption of innovative analytic tools and technologies. You will engage directly with senior leadership, bringing executive‑ready communication, strong facilitation, and clear storylines to influence decision‑making and alignment. In this role, you will translate strategy into actionable plans, lead high‑tempo project delivery, and navigate dynamic federal and mission‑driven environments with confidence. You will deepen expertise across project management, client service, and growth, operating proactively and independently to deliver meaningful, measurable impact.What You Will Need:An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED "TOP SECRET/SCI (TS/SCI)" Federal or DoD security clearance; once onboard with Guidehouse, new hire MUST be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN TS/SCI Federal or DoD security clearance with a (COUNTERINTELLIGENCE (CI) polygraphBachelor's DegreeMinimum TEN (10) years of experience in operations or mission support of DoD or IC federal customersExperience collaborating with research analysts, data engineers, and/or intelligence analysts supporting analytic tools and technologiesWhat Would Be Nice To Have:Experienced consultant with strong problem‑structuring, project management, and change management capabilitiesExecutive‑ready communicator skilled in storylining, facilitation, and workshop designAdept at translating strategy into actionable execution across delivery, strategy, and growth workstreamsStrong stakeholder management and influencing skills, with proven effectiveness in complex federal or mission‑driven environmentsProactive, self‑directed, and immediately productive in fast‑moving, ambiguous settingsWhat 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.