Strategic Lead

About the role

Koniag Services Inc., a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking an experienced Strategic Lead to join its team in Nashville, TN. The ideal candidate is a dynamic, forward‑thinking professional with a proven track record of driving organizational growth, fostering strategic partnerships, and delivering results in a fast‑paced environment. The role requires strong leadership, exceptional analytical skills, and the ability to translate high‑level strategy into actionable plans, including obtaining a Public Trust Clearance to support government customers. The position is on‑site in Nashville, TN.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, implementation, and monitoring of strategic initiatives and long‑term organizational plans.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to define strategic priorities, goals, and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Conduct in‑depth market research, competitive analysis, and environmental scanning to identify trends and opportunities relevant to the organization.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for key stakeholders, managing relationships and ensuring consistent communication across all levels of the organization.
• Facilitate strategic planning sessions, workshops, and briefings with internal teams and external partners.
• Develop and present detailed reports, briefings, and recommendations to senior leadership and government customers.
• Monitor the progress of strategic initiatives, identifying risks and developing mitigation strategies to ensure successful delivery.
• Align cross‑functional teams around shared strategic goals and ensure accountability for outcomes.
• Drive continuous improvement efforts by evaluating current processes and identifying areas for increased efficiency and effectiveness.
• Support business development efforts by identifying new opportunities and contributing to proposal development and partnership strategies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Strategic Management, Public Administration, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
• 7+ years of experience in strategic planning, management consulting, program management, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience leading strategic initiatives and driving organizational change.
• Ability to obtain a Public Trust Clearance.

Qualifications

• Preferred: Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA), Strategic Management, or a related field.
• Experience working in or supporting a federal or state government environment.

Skills

• Exceptional communication skills in English – both written and oral – and the ability to effectively communicate with technical and non‑technical stakeholders at all organizational levels.
• Proven ability to develop, execute, and monitor strategic plans and initiatives.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to synthesize complex data into clear, actionable recommendations.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, partners, and customers.
• Experience facilitating meetings, workshops, and strategic planning sessions with diverse groups.
• Proficiency in developing executive‑level briefings, reports, and presentations.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence and motivate cross‑functional teams without direct authority.
• Familiarity with project management principles and methodologies.
• Ability to obtain public trust clearance.
• Desired: Experience working in a federal or state government IT or professional services environment.
• Desired: Knowledge of business development processes, including capture management and proposal development.
• Desired: Familiarity with Agile or other iterative project management methodologies.
• Desired: Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent.
• Desired: Experience with data visualization and strategic planning tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or similar platforms.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Paid parental leave
• Life and disability insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Commuter benefits
• Tuition reimbursement