Strategic Consultant | Strategy and Architecture GMU

Position: Strategic Consultant | Strategy and Architecture [GMU0017016]

Strategic Consultant | Strategy and Architecture [GMU
0017016]

Full-time

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Pro Sidian is seeking a Strategic Consultant – Strategy and Architecture [GMU
0017016] for Information Technology on an exempt 1099 contract. The position is based in Fairfax, VA (CONUS) and supports the strategic delivery of Government and Public Services Sector Human Capital Solutions through Temporary Help Services and Recruiting/Staff Augmentation capabilities for the City of Charlotte (COC). The role is an interim Contract Contingent or Contract W‑2 (IRS‑1099) position, with the possibility of conversion to a full‑time Pro Sidian‑employed W‑2 position.

JOB

OVERVIEW

Provide services and support as a Strategic Consultant (IT Consulting & Staff Augmentation Services) in the Education and Academia industry sector, focusing on Human Capital Solutions for clients such as George Mason University (GMU) and its Information Technology Services (ITS), generally located in Fairfax, VA and across the Mid‑Atlantic region.

Shape the future—aligning vision, technology, and governance into sustainable architectures that enable growth.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Provide IT governance, risk, and compliance advice.
• Conduct strategic assessments.
• Advise on enterprise risk posture.
• Align IT strategy with institutional goals.
• Report to executive sponsors.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years of IT strategy or consulting experience.

SKILLS REQUIRED

• Policy analysis, IT governance, executive communication.
• Thought leadership, problem‑solving, innovation.

ANCESTORY DETAILS OF

THE ROLE S

• Advises on enterprise risk posture.
• Aligns IT strategy with institutional goals.

OTHER DETAILS

• Reports to executive sponsors.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Teamwork – Ability to foster teamwork collaboratively as a participant and effectively as a team leader.
• Leadership – Ability to guide and lead colleagues on projects and initiatives.
• Business Acumen – Understanding and insight into how organizations perform, including business processes, data, systems, and people.
• Communication – Ability to effectively communicate to stakeholders of all levels orally and in writing.
• Motivation – Persistent in pursuit of quality and optimal client and company solutions.
• Agility – Ability to quickly understand and transition between different projects, concepts, initiatives, or work streams.
• Judgment – Exercises prudence and insight in the decision‑making process while being mindful of other stakeholders and long‑term ramifications.
• Organization – Ability to manage projects and actions and prioritize tasks.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

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