Consulting Federal Strategy Consultant 2027 Herndon, US

Ready to think boldly, work with some of the world's most recognized brands, and kick-start your career?

From day one, you'll collaborate with global clients and contribute to projects that help organizations solve their toughest challenges across digital transformation, cloud strategy, AI adoption, and process redesign - working alongside a global cohort of diverse, ambitious peers. As an IBMer, you'll have access to industry-recognized certifications, digital badges, and a minimum of 40 hours of structured learning per year on IBM's AI-driven learning platform - supported by coaches, mentors, and thriving professional communities across practices.

IBM's culture of internal mobility means you'll have the freedom to explore new technologies, industries, and career paths as your interests evolve.

Bring your curiosity. Grow your skills. Build what's next - like an IBMer.

In this role, you will join IBM's US Federal team to deliver secure, mission-critical technology solutions for government agencies. You'll work with federal, state, and local clients while developing specialized expertise in government compliance and security standards. This role offers unique career growth in a high-demand sector where your contributions directly impact public services and government missions.

Your role and responsibilities

As an Federal Strategy Consultant 2027, you’ll work at the intersection of progressive strategy and transformational technology.

Strategy consultants envision, co-create, implement, and update strategies for Federal clients, leading to meaningful improvements in Agency mission readiness and service to their customers. Creating and leading business case, strategic roadmaps, target operating models, feasibility assessments, and strategy refreshes, Strategy consultants work across digital reinvention, emerging technologies, citizen and employee experience, and beyond. Constantly listening for need and bringing leading best practices to bear, Strategy Consultants envision new areas and strategies for clients to reinvent their business according to a digital agenda
-from idea to reality.

These positions are anticipated to start in 2027.

Required education

Master's Degree

Required technical and professional expertise

• Currently pursuing a Masters degree one of the following or related field:
  • Business Administration / Management or Public Policy
  • Organizational Development & Change Management
  • Human Resources & Organizational Psychology
  • Learning, Training & Development
  • Business Strategy, Cyber & Intelligence
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills with the ability to develop data-driven recommendations and innovative solutions.
• Exceptional communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to simplify complex concepts and work effectively across diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 100%.

• Prior consulting &/or relevant work experience in one of the following industries:
  Federal, State & Local Government

IBM Consulting is IBM’s consulting and global professional services business, with market leading capabilities in business and technology transformation. With deep expertise in many industries, we offer strategy, experience, technology, and operations services to many of the most innovative and valuable companies in the world. Our people are focused on accelerating our clients’ businesses through the power of collaboration. We believe in the power of technology responsibly used to help people, partners and the planet.

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