Senior Managing Partner, IT Strategy Consulting, U.S. Federal Defense

Gartner; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 188,000 - 248,000; Full time

Job summary

Gartner seeks a Senior Managing Partner, Consulting to lead strategy, technology, and executive leadership for Gartner Consulting North America. You will advise CIOs, CEOs, and senior government leaders on mission‑critical decisions, driving transformation and growth across platforms, data, and cloud initiatives.

You will manage complex engagements, expand the portfolio, and coach high‑performing teams while balancing risk, cost, and value for clients. An MBA or advanced degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• Background in a well-regarded consulting firm with client delivery and revenue generation experience.
• Strong foundation in technology problem-solving across architecture, analytics, engineering, or strategy roles.
• Credibility across multiple IT domains.
• Track record of leading teams, influencing executives, and delivering outcomes.
• Intellectual curiosity and ability to adapt Gartner’s frameworks.
• Stamina and presence to juggle multiple senior‑level client priorities.

Responsibilities

• Advise at the highest level, partnering with senior executives to define technology strategies that enable business outcomes.
• Turn insight into execution, leading hands‑on consulting engagements grounded in Gartner insights.
• Drive measurable value by modernizing platforms, rationalizing applications, migrating to cloud, unlocking data and analytics, managing cyber risk, and optimizing cost and sourcing.
• Expand account portfolio and drive revenue growth through strategic relationship development and identifying new opportunities.
• Lead exceptional teams, inspire, coach, and develop high‑performing consultants.

Skills

Executive leadership

Strategy consulting

Technology problem-solving

Client relationship management

Education

MBA or advanced degree

Job description

Senior Managing Partner, Consulting

Lead strategy, technology, and executive leadership across Gartner Consulting North America by advising CIOs, CEOs, and senior government leaders on mission‑critical decisions.

The Opportunity

Operate at the intersection of strategy, technology, and executive leadership. Trusted advisor to senior executives and governments, driving transformation and growth.

Why This Role Matters in North America

• Modernize deeply entrenched legacy environments without disrupting operations.
• Balance global digital acceleration with local compliance, risk management, and governance.
• Turn data, AI, and cloud investments into measurable value.
• Manage ecosystem complexity across vendors, integrators, and internal stakeholders.
• Optimize cost while maintaining quality, security, and brand trust.

What You’ll Do

• Advise at the highest level, partnering with senior executives to define technology strategies that enable business outcomes.
• Turn insight into execution, leading hands‑on consulting engagements grounded in Gartner insights.
• Drive measurable value by modernizing platforms, rationalizing applications, migrating to cloud, unlocking data and analytics, managing cyber risk, and optimizing cost and sourcing.
• Expand account portfolio and drive revenue growth through strategic relationship development and identifying new opportunities.
• Lead exceptional teams, inspire, coach, and develop high‑performing consultants.

Where You’ll Make Impact

• Digital Acceleration & Enterprise Transformation.
• Cloud Strategy and Operating Models.
• Data, Analytics & AI Enablement.
• Application and Portfolio Rationalization.
• Cybersecurity, Risk & Resilience.
• Sourcing, Ecosystem & Vendor Optimization.
• Contract, Cost & Value Optimization.
• Benchmark‑driven decision making.

What Sets You Apart

• Background in a well‑regarded consulting firm with client delivery and revenue generation experience.
• Strong foundation in technology problem‑solving across architecture, analytics, engineering, or strategy roles.
• Credibility across multiple IT domains.
• Track record of leading teams, influencing executives, and delivering outcomes.
• Intellectual curiosity and ability to adapt Gartner’s frameworks.
• Stamina and presence to juggle multiple senior‑level client priorities.
• MBA or advanced degree preferred.

Who Thrives At Gartner In This Role

• Executive‑level relationship builders who sell insight, not just services.
• Leaders who are coachable, reflective, and focused on continuous improvement.
• Consistent over‑achievers who combine ambition with humility.
• Individuals energized by complexity, change, and shaping organizational evolution through technology.

Compensation and Benefits

Base salary range: USD 188,000 – 248,000 per year. Plus annual bonus or role‑based uncapped sales incentive plan. Market‑leading benefits include generous PTO, 401(k) match up to $7,200 per year, company stock at discount, and more.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Gartner is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers, including job seekers with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation. The policy of Gartner is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, citizenship status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.