AI & Data - Program Manager

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Management Consulting

Up to 10%

Ability to Obtain Public Trust

Guidehouse is seeking a Program Manager to lead a large, complex, regulator-facing data and AI modernization program. The Program Manager will be responsible for end-to-end delivery oversight, stakeholder engagement, financial management, and execution of an Agile program operating across technical and business work streams.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Provide overall program leadership and accountability for scope, cost, schedule, and performance.
• Lead stakeholder engagement across IT and business partners, including supervision, economists, data scientists, executive leadership, and governance bodies.
• Manage program financials, budgeting, forecasting, and contract performance.
• Establish and oversee PMO governance, reporting, and performance management metrics.
• Lead Agile program execution, including roadmap development, release planning, and dependency management.
• Manage resources, staffing plans, and surge-up / surge-down activities.
• Oversee delivery quality and risk management across multiple technical work streams.
• Communicate program status, risks, and recommendations to senior client and Guidehouse leadership.

• US Citizenship and must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DHS “PUBLIC TRUST.
• Bachelor’s degree
• TEN (10) or more years of experience leading large-scale IT and data programs.
• Experience with budgeting, financial management, and PMO oversight.
• Experience delivering programs using Agile methodologies.
• PMP and/or PMI-ACP certification.

• Prior experience supporting financial services regulators
• Experience managing cloud, Snowflake, or data platform modernization programs.
• Strong stakeholder management and executive communication skills.
• AI and advanced analytics program experience.
• SAFe or additional Agile certifications.
• Cloud certifications (AWS, Snowflake etc.).
• Experience engaging with governance or executive oversight committees.

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.

• 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.

Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.