Subject Matter Expert Manager, Strategy & Transformation Consultant

PowerToFly; Virginia (IL); On-site; USD 138,000 - 229,000; Full time

Job summary

Deloitte's Government & Public Services GPS practice seeks a Manager, Strategy Transformation on the Supply Chain & Network Operations team. The role focuses on coordinating complex national security and defense programs, producing executive‑level analyses, and guiding cross‑functional stakeholder collaboration.

The successful candidate will bring 6+ years of federal program experience, a Master’s degree, and a Top Secret clearance, and will work on site in Arlington, VA.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required.
• Active Top Secret clearance required.
• 6+ years supporting federal programs in national security, energy, defense, or weapons systems environments.
• Experience supporting major weapons system programs.
• Experience performing advanced supply chain risk management and advanced technical analysis.
• Ability to work on site 4‑5 days per week in Arlington, VA.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate across federal stakeholders for complex national security and defense programs.
• Develop program documentation, analyses, reports, and executive‑ready deliverables.
• Support governance forums, working groups, and cross‑functional meetings.
• Apply systems engineering to maintain integrated baselines and assess cost, scope, and schedule impacts.
• Support program planning, testing, qualification, capacity assessments, and key deliverables.

Skills

Independent work

Communication

Detail orientation

Relationship building

Project leadership

Task prioritization

Interpersonal skills

Meeting deadlines

Guidance to others

Education

Master's degree

Job description

Our Deloitte Enterprise Performance team is at the forefront of enterprise technology, working across finance, supply chain, and IT operations to deliver holistic performance improvement and digital transformation. Join our team of strategic advisers and architects, differentiated by our industry depth to collaborate with leading solution providers and leverage your experience in strategy, process design, technology enablement, and operational services to enable heart‑of‑the‑business solutions.

Work you'll do

As a Manager, Strategy Transformation on the Supply Chain & Network Operations team, you will be responsible for

• Supporting coordination across federal stakeholders for complex national security and defense programs
• Developing program documentation, analyses, reports, briefings, training materials, and executive‑ready deliverables
• Supporting governance forums, working groups, and cross‑functional stakeholder meetings
• Applying systems engineering principles to maintain integrated baselines, track technical risks, and support assessment of cost, scope, and schedule impacts
• Supporting program planning activities, testing and qualification efforts, production capacity assessments, legislative actions, and key program deliverables

A successful candidate would possess these skills:

• Ability to work independently and collaborate as part of a team
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Meticulous attention to detail and quality of work product
• Ability to build and sustain professional relationships
• Ability to lead projects or workstreams
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast‑paced and dynamic environment
• Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to provide clear guidance to others

The team

Deloitte's Government & Public Services (GPS) practice - our people, ideas, technology and outcomes - is designed for impact. Serving federal, state, & local government clients as well as public higher education institutions, our team of professionals brings fresh perspective to help clients anticipate disruption, reimagine the possible, and fulfill their mission promise.

Our Supply Chain & Network Operations offering advises, implements, and operates transformational solutions that bring world class supply network capabilities.

The Project Talent Model is designed for professionals with specialized skills that align to a current client need. Team members focus on delivering services to clients, without additional expectations related to business development or promotion. Their employment is tied to their role on a project, and they are eligible for a benefits package that is competitive for project delivery‑focused professionals.

Qualifications Required:

• Master's degree
• Active Top Secret clearance
• 6+ years of experience supporting federal programs in national security, energy, defense, or weapons systems environments
• Experience supporting major weapons system programs
• Experience performing advanced supply chain risk management and advanced technical analysis
• Ability to work on site 4‑5 days per week in Arlington, VA
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future

Preferred:

• Experience developing program plans, technical analyses, executive briefings, or congressional action materials
• Experience managing integrated baselines, technical risks, cost, scope, and schedule

For individuals assigned and/or hired to work in Arlington, VA, Deloitte is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This compensation range is specific to Arlington, VA and takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. At Deloitte, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $137,500 to $229,100.

You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.