Guidehouse

PMO Manager

US - VA, Arlington Full time

Job Family:

Operational Effectiveness Consulting


Travel Required:

None


Clearance Required:

Active Secret

What You Will Do:

Guidehouse is hiring a PMO Manager to join one of our Department of State teams to lead and enhance governance processes across the public diplomacy technology portfolio. This role will be pivotal in driving strategic alignment, process improvement, and lifecycle management for IT governance. The candidate will work with government counterparts to work on high-impact projects, collaborate with stakeholders, and support strategic decision-making.  Responsibilities may include but not limited to:

  • Lead the creation and ongoing management of the enterprise governance processes and cadences.

  • Oversee the monitoring and continuous improvement of the IT governance lifecycle.

  • Update and manage the process improvement roadmap regularly.

  • Provide strategic insights to align projects with evolving organizational goals.

  • Provide oversight and management to team on the ground


What You Will Need:

  • An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED "SECRET" Federal or DoD security clearance

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field

  • SEVEN (7) years of experience in Program Management or IT Governance

  • PMP certification or equivalent

  • Expertise in federal IT governance and CPIC processes


What Would Be Nice To Have:

  • Background in Technical Business Management (TBM).

  • Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills

  • Experience working with the Department of State

  • Experience working in cross-functional teams or large organizations

The annual salary range for this position is $113,000.00-$188,000.00. 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.

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@guidehouse.com. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation.

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Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.