AI & Data Cyber Lead

Job Family:

Data Engineering & Architecture Consulting

Travel Required:

Up to 10%

Clearance Required:

Active Secret

What You Will Do:

We are looking for a strategic leader to manage a cyber data analytics team, serving as the central point of coordination across enterprise cyber functions. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of data ecosystems—including infrastructure, pipeline development, data quality, governance, literacy, and culture—and will drive alignment between cyber data initiatives and the broader organizational data strategy. This role requires a strong focus on delivering impactful analytics and automation solutions that support enterprise mission objectives, while ensuring that current and future projects are integrated, complementary, and mission-driven.

Responsibilities include:

• Being accountable for optimizing the solutions for a cyber data architecture optimized for Zero Trust, including data tagging for use with fine grained access controls, optimization of log data aggregation, and master reference data (users, devices).
• Providing overall portfolio analytics and strategic steering of enterprise data projects through data driven decision making with a focus on increasing the likelihood of efficient delivery and long-term data project success.
• Serve as a liaison and resource between end users and technical experts.
• Lead and drive business development activities for AI and Data opportunities such as writing white papers, developing presentations, and responding to RFPs.
• Lead AI & Data focused resources providing regular coaching, mentorship, and performing annual performance appraisals.
• Contribute to AI and data-focused public speaking and thought leadership.

What You Will Need:

• An ACTIVE and CURRENT SECRET federal security clearance
• Minimum Degree Required: US equivalent Bachelor’s Degree
• Minimum of TEN (10) years of experience leading data projects including SEVEN (7) years of supervisory or managerial experience
• Comprehensive understanding of Federal Information Technology (IT)/security and privacy procedures and techniques
• Ability to work with stakeholders in an iterative manner to deliver cyber data and AI solutions using an agile method.
• Ability to influence a data driven mindset, driving a culture of collaboration, innovation, and best practices to be a ‘Force Multiplier’.
• Demonstrated ability to source and lead the formation and execution of successful partnerships between and across major stakeholders including technology partners and business end-users.
• Ability to influence and motivate a team of data and cyber specialists across a variety of functions to establish and deliver capabilities at the scale and pace necessary to enable the cyber and zero trust strategy initiatives.
• Experience with the creation, coordination, execution, and evangelism of data-driven initiatives.
• Proven ability to collaborate with audiences with a wide range of technical knowledge and at different levels of an organization, from the C-Suite (CIO, CISO, CDO) to a data engineer or data analyst.
   

What Would Be Nice To Have:

• Master’s Degree
• Demonstrated 3+ years as a Chief Data Office, Chief Data and Analytics Officer, of Chief AI Officer.
• Project Management Professional (PMP)
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
• Change Management Practitioner (CMP)
• Certified SCRUM Master (CSM)
• Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP)

The annual salary range for this position is $149,000.00-$248,000.00. 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 Reimburs