Consultant - Defense & Security, Technology Consulting - Campus 2025

Overview

On Site
Full Time

Skills

IT consulting
Policies
Performance management
Management
Customer service
Leadership
Metrics
Documentation
Business process
Process improvement
Analytical skill
Problem solving
Reporting
Research
Data
Decision-making
Policies and procedures
Operations
Business development
Coaching
Mentorship
Training and development
Information systems
Information Technology
Computer science
Privacy
FISMA
FISCAM
Operating systems
Microsoft Windows
Unix
Database
PL/SQL
Vulnerability management
Nessus
Configuration Management
Cyber security
Project management
Planning
IMPACT
Attention to detail
Editing
Presentations
Customer facing
Public sector
Brand
Security clearance
Communication
Insurance
Personal development
Community development
Military
SAP BASIS
Law
LOS
Recruiting

Job Details

Job Family :
Technology Consulting

Travel Required :
Up to 10%

Clearance Required :
None

What You Will Do :

Our Technology Consulting professionals help our clients to identify, evaluate, and solve some of their most complex technology and cybersecurity challenges, assisting them in achieving their strategic goals and objectives to fulfill their mission. We help our clients transform their business processes, improve efficiency of operations, strengthen policies and controls, increase transparency and performance management, and comply with Federal laws and regulations. The nature of our projects can be fluid and requires self-motivated individuals that are willing to develop solutions on their own or in a team of highly skilled professionals. Project team members are provided the opportunity to interact with our clients' senior management, as well as the opportunity to enhance their skills in the areas of technical competency, business development, client service, leadership, project management, and people development.

This Entry Level role will support Government agencies that are responsible for securing the nation's transportation systems, preparing for and responding to disasters and emergencies, and other national security-related priorities. Individuals will be engaged in a diverse set of project-specific tasks covering a broad set of program and project management consulting capabilities, including:
  • Assisting clients in designing, developing, launching, and improving new projects and programs that are focused on achieving their strategic goals, objectives, and mission
  • Assisting clients to identify, develop, and implement performance metrics and measurement tools to monitor program performance and evaluate whether programs are achieving their goals
  • Assist clients in analyzing projects and programs to identify risks and help develop, apply, and monitor mitigations
  • Documenting and evaluating business processes and making recommendations for process improvements
  • Applying a variety of analytical, problem-solving, and reporting skills and techniques
  • Producing a variety of communications from informal email interactions with clients to formal memos, issue papers, presentations, executive briefings, and others
  • Conducting research to investigate client problems and work collaboratively with your team to formulate and recommend solutions
  • Support clients in collecting and analyzing data, producing models and visualizations, and draw conclusions from the data to improve decision-making
  • Analyze and help develop and/or improve policies and procedures for a variety of programs and operational needs

In addition to client-facing responsibilities, this Entry Level role will support important activities that contribute to the growth of our business, strengthen internal Guidehouse operations, and create a positive work environment for all Guidehouse employees. Some of these activities include but are not limited to:
  • Assisting in business development activities, such as identifying potential client needs and ways Guidehouse can assist, developing proposals and white papers, participating in client and internal account meetings, and more
  • Participating in Guidehouse's programs for coaching and mentoring staff
  • Assisting in the development of learning and development materials, courses, and presentations to help Guidehouse employees expand and strengthen their skills
  • Support Guidehouse programs and initiatives for recruiting top talent to the company


What You Will Need :
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust, Secret, or higher level of federal/government security clearance.
  • ship is required for security clearance
  • Completing a Bachelor's or Master's degree (between fall 2024 and summer 2025) from an accredited college or university.


What Would Be Nice To Have :
  • Degrees and backgrounds preferred: Information Systems, Information Technology, Computer Information Systems, Business Information Technology, Computer Science, Business and related degrees.
  • Knowledge of cybersecurity and privacy controls and regulations (e.g., NIST, FISMA, FISCAM, etc.)
  • Familiarity with operating systems (e.g., Windows or UNIX), databases (e.g., Oracle, SQL) vulnerability management tools (e.g., Nessus), configuration management tools, and other tools that support a successful cyber security program for an organization
  • Knowledge and understanding of project management principles and the phases of project management (Initiation, Planning, Execution, Monitoring, Closure)
  • Experience working in teams to produce high-impact work products, reports, and other deliverables in a fast-paced environment
  • Heightened attention to detail, and the ability to create and edit technical and non-technical written work products and graphical presentations
  • Ability to view problems from multiple angles and apply a variety of solutions to solving them
  • Ability to participate in client-facing discussions and meetings
  • Ability to synthesize information quickly and learn new skills
  • Desire to support public sector clients with a national security mission
  • Passionate about reinvesting in the company you work for and representing the company's brand
  • 1+ years of related experience
  • Active US Public Trust or Security Clearance
  • Strong organizational and communication skills
  • Interest in growing a career in consulting, preferably federal government consulting
  • Possess strong oral and written communication skills


What We Offer :

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 PayDown
  • Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
  • Skills Development & Certifications
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
  • Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
  • Mobility Stipend


About Guidehouse
Guidehouse is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, 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.

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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.
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