Strategic Consultant | Strategy and Architecture [GMU0017016]

ProSidian Consulting, LLC; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Group Medical Health Insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Vacation and Paid Time-Off (PTO)

Employee & Contractor Referral Bonus Program

Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Virginia is seeking a Strategic Consultant for an IT consulting role focused on Human Capital Solutions in the Education sector. This position requires a bachelor's degree and 10+ years of IT strategy or consulting experience. Responsibilities include providing governance, conducting assessments, and aligning IT strategy with institutional goals. Competitive compensation and a range of benefits are offered, including health insurance and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of IT strategy or consulting experience.
• Understanding and proficiency with business tools.

Responsibilities

• Provide IT governance, risk, and compliance advice.
• Conduct strategic assessments.
• Advise on enterprise risk posture.
• Align IT strategy with institutional goals.
• Report to executive sponsors.

Skills

Policy analysis

IT governance

Executive communication

Thought leadership

Problem-solving

Innovation

Education

Bachelor’s degree

MBA or advanced degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Data analytic tools

Visio

Job description

Strategic Consultant | Strategy and Architecture [GMU0017016]

Full-time

ProSidian is a Management and Operations Consulting Services Firm focusing on providing value to clients through tailored solutions based on industry‑leading practices. ProSidian provides Enterprise Service Solutions for Risk Management, Compliance, Business Process, IT Effectiveness, Engineering, Environmental, Sustainability, and Human Capital. We help forward‑thinking clients solve problems and improve operations. Launched by Management Consultants, our multidisciplinary teams bring together the talents of Global Professionals to complete engagements for public/private companies, defense and civilian government agencies, and non‑profit organizations. Our solution‑centric services are deployed across the enterprise and target drivers of economic profit (growth, margin, and efficiency). They are also aligned at the intersections of assets, processes, policies, and people delivering value.

ProSidian clients represent a broad spectrum of industry sector groups, including Consumer Products, Services, and Retail; Defense and Military; Education and Academia; Emergency Services; Energy, Infrastructure and Environment; Financial Services; Food and Agriculture; Foreign Aid/Technical Assistance; Government and Public Services; Healthcare and Life Sciences; Industrial and Commercial; Manufacturing and Operations; National Security & Intelligence; Non‑Profit; Professional Services; Real Estate and Hospitality; Technology, Media, and Telecommunications; Transport and Logistics; and more. Learn More About ProSidian: www.ProSidian.com

ProSidian is seeking a Strategic Consultant – Strategy and Architecture [GMU0017016] for Information Technology on an exempt 1099 contract. The position is based in Fairfax, VA (CONUS) and supports the strategic delivery of Government and Public Services Sector Human Capital Solutions through Temporary Help Services and Recruiting/Staff Augmentation capabilities for the City of Charlotte (COC). The role is an interim Contract Contingent or Contract W‑2 (IRS‑1099) position, with the possibility of conversion to a full‑time ProSidian‑employed W‑2 position.

JOB OVERVIEW

Provide services and support as a Strategic Consultant (IT Consulting & Staff Augmentation Services) in the Education and Academia industry sector, focusing on Human Capital Solutions for clients such as George Mason University (GMU) and its Information Technology Services (ITS), generally located in Fairfax, VA and across the Mid‑Atlantic region.

Shape the future—aligning vision, technology, and governance into sustainable architectures that enable growth.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Provide IT governance, risk, and compliance advice.
• Conduct strategic assessments.
• Advise on enterprise risk posture.
• Align IT strategy with institutional goals.
• Report to executive sponsors.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years of IT strategy or consulting experience.

SKILLS REQUIRED

• Policy analysis, IT governance, executive communication.
• Thought leadership, problem‑solving, innovation.

ANCESTORY DETAILS OF THE ROLES

• Advises on enterprise risk posture.
• Aligns IT strategy with institutional goals.

OTHER DETAILS

• Reports to executive sponsors.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Teamwork – Ability to foster teamwork collaboratively as a participant and effectively as a team leader.
• Leadership – Ability to guide and lead colleagues on projects and initiatives.
• Business Acumen – Understanding and insight into how organizations perform, including business processes, data, systems, and people.
• Communication – Ability to effectively communicate to stakeholders of all levels orally and in writing.
• Motivation – Persistent in pursuit of quality and optimal client and company solutions.
• Agility – Ability to quickly understand and transition between different projects, concepts, initiatives, or workstreams.
• Judgment – Exercises prudence and insight in the decision‑making process while being mindful of other stakeholders and long‑term ramifications.
• Organization – Ability to manage projects and actions and prioritize tasks.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Business Tools – Understanding and proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word), Adobe Acrobat, data analytic tools, and Visio; ability to quickly learn other tools as necessary.
• Commitment – To work with intelligent, interesting people with diverse backgrounds to solve significant challenges across private, public, and social sectors.
• Curiosity – Exhibits an inquisitive nature and ability to question the status quo within a collaborative community.
• Humility – Exhibits grace in success and failure while doing meaningful work that makes a difference.
• Willingness – To constantly learn, share, and grow, viewing the world as a classroom.

BENEFITS AND HIGHLIGHTS

• Competitive Compensation – Pay range within competitive ranges with Group Health Benefits, Pre‑tax Employee Benefits, and Performance Incentives.
• Group Medical Health Insurance – Partners with BC/BS to offer a range of medical plans, including high‑deductible plans or PPOs.
• Group Dental Health Insurance – Dental carriers include Delta, Aetna, Guardian, and MetLife.
• Group Vision Health Insurance – High/low vision plans offered through Aetna and VSP.
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan – Pre‑tax Safe Harbor plan with a company match and a range of investment options.
• Vacation and Paid Time‑Off (PTO) – 2 weeks/3 days of vacation/sick days plus 10 company holidays.
• Pre‑Tax Payment Programs – Premium‑only plans (POPs) offering a complete Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Purchasing Discounts & Savings Plans – Special discounts through The Corporate Perks Benefit Program.
• Security Clearance – Required for engagement teams handling sensitive federal marketplace engagements.
• Employee & Contractor Referral Bonus Program – Up to $5k for referrals employed for 90 days.
• Performance Incentives – Incentives associated with each new client pursuit.
• Supplemental Life/Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance – Additional protection for employees and dependents.
• Short‑ and Long‑Term Disability Insurance – Income protection during disability recovery.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

ProSidian Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, Vietnam era, or another eligible veteran status, or any other protected factor. All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

ProSidian Consulting has pledged to the Hiring Our Heroes Program of the US Chamber of Commerce Foundation and the "I Hire Military" Initiative of The North Carolina Military Business Center (NCMBC) for the State of North Carolina. All applicants are encouraged to apply regardless of Veteran Status.

HONOR ABOVE ALL—success while doing things the right way. Pride comes from the challenge; the reward is excellence in the work.

FOR EASY APPLICATION

Use our career site located at http://www.ProSidian.com or send your resume, bios, and salary expectations / rates to [e-mail] & [e-mail]. Only candidates with the required criteria are considered. Be sure to place the job reference code in the subject line of your email and include your name, address, telephone number, total compensation package, employment history, and educational credentials.