Director of Data Science & AI

The Director of Data Science and AI will spearhead the growth of Cayuse’s Data and AI initiatives across diverse business units and industries, with targeted focus on strategic sectors such as Resources (Oil & Gas, Utilities) and Enterprise and Consumer Technology. This leadership role combines business development, strategic advisory, and solution creation to expand Cayuse’s influence and offerings in Data Science and AI.

As the Data and AI subject matter expert, the individual will collaborate with Client Account Leads to identify, qualify, and pursue opportunities while ensuring Cayuse’s capabilities align with evolving client needs and market demands.

This position aligns with Cayuse’s core values of Innovation, Excellence, Collaboration, Adaptability, and Integrity by fostering technical solutions that meet customer needs, promoting teamwork, and prioritizing quality in deliverables.

• Business Development and Proposal Support
• Serve as the Data and AI expert for business development initiatives, collaborating with client account leads to shape solutions, engage with clients, and determine which opportunities align with Cayuse’s focus.
• Lead the creation of Data and AI content for RFPs and RFIs across federal, state, local, and commercial markets, presenting differentiated technical solutions tailored to clients' needs.
• Develop compelling go-to-market materials that highlight Cayuse’s Data and AI capabilities and strategic solutions for targeted industries.
• Build reusable proposal content, including narratives, technical descriptions, and case studies, to streamline responses and ensure consistency.
• Proactively identify Data and AI opportunities within existing contracts, pursuits, and client engagements.
• Advisory Role to Business Units
• Act as an advisor to Cayuse’s business units and service lines, identifying where Data and AI solutions can create value for existing and prospective clients.
• Partner with internal leaders to shape tailored Data and AI offerings for specific markets and clients.
• Identify opportunities where AI, agentic AI, and automation could enhance Cayuse’s internal processes and operations.
• Account and Industry Development
• Drive growth in the Data and AI business within key industries, including Oil & Gas, Utilities, and Enterprise and Consumer Technology.
• Build and maintain strategic relationships with clients and prospects, understand their priorities, and develop tailored solutions leveraging Cayuse’s capabilities.
• Collaborate with Client Account Leads and Business Development Directors to grow existing accounts and secure new business within the strategic growth industries.
• Monitor and report on the pipeline, wins, and revenue growth for assigned industries.
• Strategic Planning and Solutions Development
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive Data and AI strategy and roadmap for key industries, outlining priority areas, emerging client needs, and required investments.
• Use industry expertise to identify gaps in current market solutions and longstanding client challenges that Cayuse can address with innovative AI offerings.
• Collaborate with data scientists and AI/ML engineers to develop new solutions, refining them from initial concept to client-ready offerings.
• Lead the development of tools and solutions for Cayuse’s AI Readiness offerings, customized to client and industry requirements.
• Regularly update strategic plans to reflect shifting market trends, advancements in technology, and evolving client priorities.
• External Representation and Thought Leadership
• Represent Cayuse as an industry expert at conferences, client briefings, and other public forums, showcasing the organization’s insights on data strategy, AI adoption, responsible AI,…