AI & Data Program Manager

Guidehouse

. Provide overall program leadership and accountability for scope, cost, schedule, and performance .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeMcLean • Virginia • United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong program leadership in managing large-scale IT and data programs, with expertise in budgeting, financial management, and Agile methodologies. Proven ability to engage stakeholders and communicate effectively with executive leadership while overseeing program governance and performance metrics.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Program LeadershipAgile MethodologiesBudgeting And Financial ManagementPMP And/or PMI-ACP CertificationStakeholder Management

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Hard Skills

Program ManagementData Program LeadershipFinancial ManagementRisk ManagementPerformance ManagementRoadmap DevelopmentRelease PlanningDependency ManagementCloud ModernizationAI And Advanced Analytics

Soft Skills

Executive CommunicationStakeholder Engagement

Tools & Technologies

SnowflakeCloud PlatformsData Platforms

Certifications & Qualifications

PMPPMI-ACPSAFe CertificationCloud Certifications

Industry Keywords

Financial Services RegulatorsGovernance BodiesPublic Trust Clearance

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSCloudPMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

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 workstreams
Communicate program status, risks, and recommendations to senior client and Guidehouse leadership
Lead end-to-end delivery oversight and execution of a regulator-facing data and AI modernization program

Requirements

What you’ll need

US Citizenship is required
Bachelor’s degree is required
Minimum of ten (10) years of experience leading large-scale IT and data programs
Demonstrated experience with budgeting, financial management, and PMO oversight
Strong stakeholder management and executive communication skills
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
AI and advanced analytics program experience
SAFe or additional Agile certifications
Cloud certifications (AWS, Snowflake etc.)
Experience engaging with governance or executive oversight committees
Ability to obtain Public Trust clearance

Benefits

Comp & perks

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
Flexible benefits package
Competitive compensation