DHS Financial Transformation JPMO Program Manager

Job Family: Software Development & Support

Travel Required: Up to 10%

Clearance Required: Ability to Obtain Public Trust

• Lead transformative initiatives by partnering with senior stakeholders to modernize financial processes through innovative technology solutions.

• Work with senior executives to understand their pain points and design feasible and actionable solutions to address them using technology.

• Oversee citizen development teams, ensuring alignment with technical best practices and delivery of high-quality, scalable digital tools.

• Drive integration and collaboration across cross‑functional teams to enhance the effectiveness and connectivity of financial systems.

• Identify and unlock technology potential within the client’s environment, recommending enhancements that improve efficiency, transparency, and compliance.

• Translate strategic goals into actionable plans, guiding teams through execution while maintaining a focus on measurable outcomes and continuous improvement.

• Evaluate technology modernization opportunities including performing analysis of alternatives to compare low code technology solution options against enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.

• Embed financial management standards into the design and development of technology solutions, ensuring alignment with federal financial policies, audit readiness, and operational integrity.

• Collaborate with technology practitioners to drive the creation of scalable AI prototypes, serving in a product manager role.

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Federal or DoD/DHS “PUBLIC TRUST”; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of their PUBLIC TRUST prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an ACTIVE PUBLIC TRUST or SUITABILITY are preferred.

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, accounting, information systems, engineering, or a related field.

• 12 years of experience leading technology-enabled transformation initiatives.

• Strong understanding of Agile delivery, including backlog management, sprint planning, and iterative development cycles.

• Demonstrated ability to manage and mentor teams, fostering innovation while ensuring governance and quality standards.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build trust and influence at all levels of an organization.

• Experience with change management or organizational design, especially in technology-driven environments.

• Knowledge of SAP ERP system or equivalent system functionality.

• Ability to commute to Guidehouse and client offices in the DC, Maryland, and Virginia area, as needed.

• Certifications in Agile, Scrum, or project management (e.g., PMP, CSM, SAFe).

• Familiarity with federal IT governance frameworks, including security, privacy, and compliance requirements.

• Advanced degree in business, technology, or public administration.

• Experience in federal business development and the ability to lead end to end capture.

• Familiarity with federal financial systems and processes, particularly those relevant to CFO functions within DHS or similar agencies.

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 Pay Down

• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities

• Skills Development & Certifications

• Employee Referral Program

• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

• Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program

• Mobility Stipend

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.