Senior Consultant

Partner Forces; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Partner Forces is seeking a Senior Consultant to support a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) client. You will advise on cybersecurity and critical infrastructure, facilitate collaboration among government, industry, and technical stakeholders, and deliver executive-grade client documents.

The role emphasizes strategic thinking, mentorship, and the ability to lead diverse teams in a fast-paced consulting environment, with onsite work in the Washington, DC area.

Qualifications

• US Citizenship required.
• Ability to obtain DHS Suitability.
• 8+ years of experience supporting cybersecurity, critical infrastructure, homeland security, or national security initiatives.
• Experience supporting federal government clients, preferably DHS/CISA or related agencies.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills; ability to translate technical concepts for executives and non-technical audiences.
• Willingness to work onsite in the Washington, DC metro area.

Responsibilities

• Support strategic cybersecurity and critical infrastructure initiatives for DHS and CISA clients.
• Advise government leaders on complex mission challenges and develop actionable recommendations.
• Facilitate meetings, workshops, and working groups with government, industry, and technical stakeholders.
• Develop executive briefings, reports, strategic plans, white papers, and other client deliverables.
• Translate complex cybersecurity concepts into clear, actionable information for technical and executive audiences.
• Coordinate multiple client priorities while maintaining exceptional quality and responsiveness in a fast-moving environment.
• Conduct research and analysis on emerging cybersecurity, critical infrastructure, and national security topics.
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with clients, teammates, and external stakeholders.
• Contribute to business development initiatives, thought leadership, and internal corporate projects.
• Mentor junior consultants through Partner Forces' apprenticeship model and foster a collaborative team environment.

Skills

Clear communication

Stakeholder engagement

Facilitation

Mentoring

Strategic thinking

Adaptability

Team collaboration

Executive storytelling

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

About Partner Forces

Partner Forces is a management consulting firm helping homeland security organizations solve some of their most pressing and complex challenges. We partner with government agencies and industry to strengthen national security and critical infrastructure through expertise in strategy, program management, stakeholder engagement, technology implementation, preparedness, and business transformation.

At Partner Forces, we're more than consultants—we're trusted advisors. We work alongside our clients to solve meaningful problems, deliver actionable solutions, and make a lasting impact. As a growing firm, every employee has the opportunity to contribute not only to our clients' success, but also to the future of Partner Forces. We believe great consultants are developed through collaboration, mentorship, continuous learning, and meaningful opportunities to lead.

Our culture is grounded in six core values: Integrity, Excellence, Positivity, Candor, Determination, and Teamwork. These values shape how we work with our clients, support one another, and grow together. We believe that when our people thrive, our clients do too, which is why we invest in our employees' well-being, professional development, and long-term success.

Partner Forces is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact us at [e-mail].

What We Are Looking For

Partner Forces is seeking a collaborative, strategic, and mission-driven Senior Consultant to support a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) client. This role is ideal for someone who understands cybersecurity and critical infrastructure but is passionate about applying that expertise in a consulting environment. Rather than serving as a hands-on technical operator, you’ll advise clients, facilitate collaboration, solve complex challenges, and help drive strategic initiatives that strengthen the security and resilience of our nation's critical infrastructure. The ideal candidate is energized by fast-paced environments where priorities evolve quickly, enjoys bringing people together to solve difficult problems, and is excited to work alongside government leaders, technical experts, and private sector partners. You are intellectually curious, adaptable, low ego, and motivated by meaningful mission impact.

What You'll Do

• Support strategic cybersecurity and critical infrastructure initiatives for DHS and CISA clients.
• Advise government leaders on complex mission challenges and develop actionable recommendations.
• Facilitate meetings, workshops, and working groups with government, industry, and technical stakeholders.
• Develop executive briefings, reports, strategic plans, white papers, and other client deliverables.
• Translate complex cybersecurity concepts into clear, actionable information for technical and executive audiences.
• Coordinate multiple client priorities while maintaining exceptional quality and responsiveness in a fast-moving environment.
• Conduct research and analysis on emerging cybersecurity, critical infrastructure, and national security topics.
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with clients, teammates, and external stakeholders.
• Contribute to business development initiatives, thought leadership, and internal corporate projects.
• Mentor junior consultants through Partner Forces' apprenticeship model and foster a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• US Citizenship required
• Ability to obtain DHS Suitability.
• Bachelor's degree
• 8+ years of experience supporting cybersecurity, critical infrastructure, homeland security, or national security initiatives.
• Experience supporting federal government clients, preferably within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), or related agencies.
• Working knowledge of cybersecurity principles, cyber risk management, and the critical infrastructure landscape.
• Experience managing or supporting strategic initiatives in a client-facing consulting or advisory environment.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to communicate technical concepts to executive and non-technical audiences.
• Demonstrated experience facilitating meetings, building consensus, and collaborating across multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Ability to think strategically while remaining adaptable to changing client priorities and emerging mission needs.
• Willingness to work onsite in the Washington, DC metro area.

Next Steps

If your application looks like a match, someone from our People Operations team will reach out to schedule a phone screening. During this conversation, we will determine if the current or future position aligns with your experience and skills. If things go well, from there you'll meet with members from the project team, including the hiring manager and teammates, and possibly be asked to submit a writing assessment to showcase your practical knowledge. If we find you are a match, you'll get a call offering you the role. While we wish we could hire every great candidate who comes our way, the reality is that we can't. If you are not selected, we will be sure to connect with you and let you know so you can move on with your search. We will also keep your resume for future needs.