Data/AI Program Manager

Job Family:

Operational Effectiveness Consulting

Travel Required:

Up to 10%

Clearance Required:

Active Top Secret SCI with Polygraph

What You Will Do:

• Lead IC-wide data management programs aligned with the IC Data Strategy.
• Develop and execute strategic plans to enhance data governance, metadata management, and data sharing across IC elements.
• Coordinate with IC Chief Data Officers, mission owners, and technology leaders to align data initiatives with enterprise priorities.
• Manage program milestones, budgets, and reporting in accordance with IC Capability Requirements and acquisition processes.
• Facilitate stakeholder engagement across ODNI, DoD, and other IC agencies to ensure alignment and adoption.
• Support workforce development initiatives to improve data literacy and promote a data-centric culture.
• Monitor compliance with IC Directives (e.g., ICD 501, ICD 504, ICD 505) and ensure integration with the IC IT Ecosystem and Services of Common Concern (SoCC).

What You Will Need:

• An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED TS/SCI Federal or DoD security clearance with a COUNTERINTELLIGENCE (CI) polygraph
• Bachelor’s degree
• 5+ years of experience in program management, data governance, or enterprise architecture within the IC or federal government

What Would Be Nice To Have:

• Master’s degree in a technical or policy-related field.
• PMP, PgMP, or equivalent program management certification.
• CDMP, TOGAF, or other data governance/architecture credentials.
• Familiarity with IC Capability Requirements Process (ICD 115) and IC IE Data Strategy.
• Experience supporting ODNI or IC-wide transformation efforts.
• Proven ability to lead complex, multi-stakeholder initiatives across agencies.

The annual salary range for this position is $98,000.00-$163,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

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

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

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