Business Analyst – Senior Consultant

Guidehouse

. Support high-impact Food and Drug Administration initiatives in a dual change management and training role .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeRockville • Maryland • United StatesSenior💰 $98,000 - $163,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in change management, training delivery, and project management within federal environments, particularly in supporting FDA initiatives. Proficient in developing client-ready communications and managing stakeholder relationships while ensuring high-quality deliverables.

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Change ManagementProject Management Professional (PMP) CertificationLean Six Sigma CertificationMicrosoft Office 365 ToolsAgile Delivery Practices

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Hard Skills

Change ManagementProject ManagementTraining DevelopmentData VisualizationProcess AnalysisBusiness Graphic DesignStakeholder Requirements CaptureRisk ManagementSystem ImplementationOperational Readiness

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailRelationship BuildingIndependent WorkCommunication SkillsMentoring

Tools & Technologies

JiraMicrosoft Office 365PowerPointSharePointData Analytics Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Project Management Professional (PMP)Lean Six Sigma CertificationChange Management Certified Professional (CCMP)

Industry Keywords

Food and Drug AdministrationFederal ClientsBusiness TransformationCentralized Operating ModelsFederal Budget Processes

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support high-impact Food and Drug Administration initiatives in a dual change management and training role
Advise FDA leadership, program offices, and client stakeholders on change management, training, operational readiness, and system implementation priorities
Build and maintain relationships with FDA leadership, program offices, business owners, end users, and external stakeholders
Facilitate executive meetings, working sessions, stakeholder discussions, training sessions, and leadership briefings
Lead weekly change management and training delivery activities, including planning, coordination, execution tracking, risk management, and alignment with implementation priorities
Manage client-facing plans, milestones, risks, dependencies, and weekly task progress across change management, training, communications, and implementation activities
Coordinate with client stakeholders, technical teams, workstream leads, and functional areas to manage dependencies and resolve issues
Support IT-enabled initiatives and system implementations by translating business needs into actionable change and training plans
Support agile delivery routines, backlog visibility, task tracking, client updates, and implementation coordination using tools such as Jira
Plan, develop, and deliver virtual and in-person instructor-led training
Draft client-ready communications, training content, job aids, briefings, and other materials
Translate complex data, technical information, and system changes into actionable insights and recommendations
Ensure deliverable quality by identifying, correcting, and preventing errors
Apply business graphic design principles to produce high-quality deliverables
Mentor and oversee junior staff
Support workforce planning, recruitment, onboarding, and professional development
Identify opportunities for automation, analytics, dashboards, and business process redesign
Support business development through research, solutioning, proposal development, market analysis, and capture activities
Drive internal initiatives including PMO development, culture-building, corporate social responsibility, Lunch and Learns, and All-Hands meetings
Create and mature tools, templates, and capabilities supporting account delivery and operational excellence
Improve internal policies, procedures, and processes
Collaborate with Managers and Associate Directors on client priorities, delivery objectives, team performance, and business development opportunities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree
3+ years of professional experience supporting federal clients, with demonstrated success in project management and delivery execution
Experience developing client-ready communications, briefings, and presentations tailored to executive, program office, and broad stakeholder audiences
Experience managing multiple project teams, including assigning work, tracking progress, and validating deliverables against defined timeline
Experience managing staffing allocations across several workstreams on a weekly basis
Strong project management background, including planning, execution, coordination across workstreams, risk management, and performance tracking
Experience supporting or delivering IT-related projects or business system implementations
Experience supporting change management, training, communications, or adoption activities for system implementations
Ability to quickly learn new systems, concepts, and processes and translate them into clear training and communications for varied audiences
Strong business graphic design and presentation development skills, including advanced use of PowerPoint
Experience with Microsoft Office 365 tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint) to support analysis and decision-making
Ability to work independently with minimal oversight while maintaining alignment with leadership priorities
Experience capturing stakeholder requirements, conducting process analysis, and developing actionable solutions
Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance; US citizenship is required
Master’s degree preferred
Experience supporting executive leadership at the Food and Drug Administration
Experience working in business transformation or centralized operating models
Experience applying data visualization tools to communicate insights
Familiarity with federal budget, acquisition, and financial management processes
Lean Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or higher preferred)
Change Management Certified Professional (CCMP) certification
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
Technical background
Familiarity with agile delivery practices and tools such as Jira
Ability to operate in a high-tempo environment with competing priorities
Strong attention to detail with a track record of delivering high-quality, accurate work

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
Discretionary variable incentive bonus may be available
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