AI & Data Strategy Program Analyst
Guidehouse
Software Engineering, IT, Data Science
McLean, VA, USA · Washington, DC, USA
USD 98k-163k / year
Job Family:
Strategy & Transformation Consulting
Travel Required:
Clearance Required:
Guidehouse is seeking a Senior Consultant to provide AI and Data Strategy Program Support for a federal client. This role is ideal for someone who is highly organized, proactive, and skilled at coordinating complex workstreams, managing intake processes, supporting executive‑level communications, and working with large datasets.
What You Will Do:
• Support AI and data strategy program activities by facilitating meetings, preparing agendas, coordinating speakers, capturing action items, and developing high‑quality readouts.
• Prepare, edit, and polish executive‑ready deliverables such as briefing decks, memos, talking points, and program summaries for senior leadership, including the CIO and Chief AI Officer.
• Track and maintain complex datasets related to customer service requests, portfolio activities, and AI‑related initiatives, ensuring all data is accurate, current, and well‑organized.
• Support intake and tracking of customer or stakeholder requests using tools such as ServiceNow or similar workflow systems, ensuring visibility, quality control, and timely updates.
• Conduct data reviews, identify discrepancies or gaps, and follow up with stakeholders to ensure completeness, accuracy, and alignment with program standards.
• Coordinate across teams and working groups to collect inputs, consolidate updates, and prepare materials for recurring program meetings and leadership briefings.
• Assist in developing and refining standardized templates, trackers, workflows, and documentation that improve consistency and operational efficiency across the program.
• Maintain SharePoint or other knowledge repositories by organizing program documentation, updating content, and ensuring materials remain relevant and accessible.
• Monitor program timelines, deliverables, and milestones, providing proactive reminders, prioritizing workload, and escalating risks or issues as needed.
• Build strong relationships with client stakeholders through professionalism, responsiveness, and consistent delivery of high‑quality work with minimal oversight.
What You Will Need:
U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.
Bachelor’s degree
4+ years of relevant experience in program support, operations, consulting, data management, or a related field.
Experience tracking and managing large datasets, including reviewing entries for completeness, consistency, and accuracy.
Familiarity with request tracking, service intake, or workflow management processes (e.g., ITAR, customer engagement intake, IT service request processes).
Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, with the ability to manipulate data, build trackers, and develop executive‑ready presentation materials.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information clearly and professionally.
Experience working with collaboration tools such as SharePoint, Microsoft Teams, and similar platforms for organizing and sharing program documentation.
Strong organizational skills and a proactive, detail‑oriented mindset, with the ability to manage multiple concurrent workstreams and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
What Would Be Nice To Have:
Experience supporting federal clients, particularly within mission, IT, or enterprise services environments.
Familiarity with ServiceNow or similar workflow, intake, or ticketing systems.
Prior exposure to AI governance, data strategy, or analytics‑driven program environments.
Experience preparing materials or facilitating meetings for senior government executives.
Demonstrated ability to identify process gaps and propose improvements that increase efficiency and consistency.
Curiosity, a continuous improvement mindset, and the initiative to anticipate needs or solve problems before they escalate.
What We Offer:
Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.
Benefits include:
Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Basic Life & Supplemental Life
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
About Guidehouse
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