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Consultant - Homeland Security & Law Enforcement, Defense & Security - Campus 2027

Guidehouse · McLean, VA · 2 mo ago
On-siteInformation TechnologyFull-time

Travel Required: Up to 10%. Ability to obtain and maintain a Federal or DoD "Public Trust" clearance; candidates must obtain approved adjudication prior to onboarding. US Citizenship is required.

About the Role

Our Management Consulting professionals help clients identify, evaluate, and solve complex challenges, assisting them in achieving strategic goals and fulfilling their mission. We support clients in transforming business processes, improving operational efficiency, strengthening policies and controls, increasing transparency and performance management, and complying with Federal laws and regulations.

The nature of our projects is fluid, requiring self-motivated individuals willing to develop solutions independently or within a team of highly skilled professionals. Team members interact with clients’ senior management and enhance skills in technical competency, business development, client service, leadership, project management, and people development.

Responsibilities

  • Assist clients in designing, developing, launching, and improving projects and programs focused on achieving strategic goals, objectives, and mission.
  • Help clients identify, develop, and implement performance metrics and measurement tools to monitor program performance and evaluate success.
  • Analyze projects and programs to identify risks and develop, apply, and monitor mitigations.
  • Document and evaluate business processes, making recommendations for improvements.
  • Apply analytical, problem-solving, and reporting skills and techniques.
  • Produce communications ranging from informal emails to formal memos, issue papers, presentations, and executive briefings.
  • Conduct research to investigate client problems and collaborate with teams to formulate and recommend solutions.
  • Support clients in collecting and analyzing data, producing models and visualizations, and drawing conclusions to improve decision-making.
  • Analyze and help develop or improve policies and procedures for programs and operational needs.
  • Assist in business development activities, such as identifying client needs, developing proposals and white papers, and participating in client and internal account meetings.
  • Participate in coaching and mentoring programs.
  • Develop learning and development materials, courses, and presentations to help employees expand and strengthen their skills.
  • Support recruiting initiatives to attract top talent.

Requirements

  • Minimum degree status: Master’s Degree (must still be enrolled in an accredited graduate degree program through Fall 2026 and graduate by Summer 2027).
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Federal or DoD "Public Trust" clearance; candidates with an active Public Trust or suitability are preferred.
  • US Citizenship is required for security clearance.
  • Strong analytical and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Degrees and backgrounds in: Public Policy, Government, International Studies, Accounting, Finance, Business, IT, Computer Science, Audit Readiness, Data Science, Communications, or STEM majors.
  • Active US Security Clearance: SECRET, TOP SECRET, TOP SECRET/SCI, TS/SCI CI Poly, or TS/SCI FS Poly.
  • Knowledge of project management principles and phases (Initiation, Planning, Execution, Monitoring, Closure).
  • Experience working in teams to produce high-impact work products, reports, and deliverables in fast-paced environments.
  • Attention to detail and ability to create and edit technical and non-technical written work products and graphical presentations.
  • Ability to view problems from multiple angles and apply varied solutions.
  • Strong organizational and communication skills, both oral and written.
  • Interest in growing a career in consulting, preferably in government/federal/DoD consulting.
  • Desire to support public sector clients with a national security mission.
  • Passion for reinvesting in the company and representing its brand.

Benefits

  • Medical, Rx, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
  • Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays.
  • Eligibility for a discretionary variable incentive bonus.
  • Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance.
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan.
  • Basic Life & Supplemental Life Insurance.
  • 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.

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