Program Manager and Operational Effectiveness Lead

Guidehouse; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 113,000 - 188,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Discretionary bonus

Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan PayDown

Mobility Stipend

Job summary

Guidehouse seeks a senior Program Manager to lead teams delivering program and financial management for IC-focused defense and security contracts. This role requires active TS/SCI clearance with CI polygraph and extensive federal project leadership.

You will supervise on‑the‑ground teams, drive outcomes, and manage client relationships while mentoring junior staff. A PMP or equivalent certification is required, with a strong track record in government programs.

Qualifications

• ACTIVE TS/SCI clearance with a CI polygraph is required.
• Bachelor's degree is required.
• 7+ years’ experience as a Program Manager.
• 7+ years’ experience in financial management.
• Experience leading teams in business or finance within the federal government.
• Active PMP or equivalent PM certification.

Responsibilities

• Lead teams and growth within Guidehouse’s Defense and Security Segment focusing on IC clients.
• Have on-the-ground presence and leadership over teams delivering program management, financial management, and operational effectiveness.
• Be responsible for outcomes and exceptional contract delivery.
• Coordinate with colleagues to positively impact business operations and growth.
• Manage client and team relationships through accountable project and contract management.
• Develop and mentor more junior staff.

Skills

Program management

Financial management

Leadership

Contract management

Mentoring juniors

Education

Bachelor's degree

PMP certification

Job description

Job Family:

Operational Effectiveness

Travel Required:

Up to 10%

Clearance Required:

Active Top Secret SCI with Polygraph

What You Will Do:

• Lead teams and growth within Guidehouse’s Defense and Security Segment with a specific focus on our IC clients
• Have on the ground presences and leadership over teams delivering program management, financial management, and operational effectiveness support to our clients
• Responsibility for outcome based performance of your teams and exceptional contract delivery
• Ability to coordinate with colleagues to have an impactful and positive effective on business operations and growth
• Manage client and team relationships through accountable project and contract management
• Develop and mentor more junior staff

What You Will Need:

• An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED TS/SCI Federal or DoD security clearance with a COUNTERINTELLIGENCE (CI) polygraph
• Bachelor’s degree
• SEVEN (7)+ years’ of experience as a Program Manager
• SEVEN (7)+ years’ of experience in a financial management discipline
• Prior experience leading teams in business or finance related disciplines within he federal government
• Active PMP, or equivalent PM certification

What Would Be Nice To Have:

• TEN (10)+ years’ experience leading teams within the IC and familiarity with IC budget, systems, and governance
• Experience and success with business growth

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

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse 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.