Active Secret security clearance required, with the ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance after hire.
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
Minimum of three years of experience with U.S. security assistance programs; a Master's degree can substitute for two years of experience.
Willingness to work on-site in Washington, DC 4-5 days a week.
Responsibilities
Lead coordination with agency leaders on foreign assistance budget formulation.
Analyze and evaluate program outcomes and funding rationales.
Support policy-making officials with analyses and stakeholder coordination.
Draft and coordinate various documents, including reports and memoranda.
Compile and analyze program budget data for tracking and reporting purposes.
Assist in program and financial management reviews and respond to information requests.
Benefits
Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
Potential for discretionary variable incentive bonus
Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Basic Life & Supplemental Life Insurance
Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Accounts
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Student Loan PayDown
Tuition Reimbursement and Learning Opportunities
Skills Development & Certifications
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
Mobility Stipend
Full Job Description
Job Family: Operational Effectiveness Consulting
Travel Required: None
Clearance Required: Active Secret
What You Will Do:
The Security Assistance Coordinator will support security assistance programming and portfolio management within the federal government while providing coordination between Department and Office senior leaders.
Responsibilities will include:
Lead cross-functional coordination with agency leaders on the formulation and justification of foreign assistance budget
Analyze, evaluate, and provide recommendation on programmatic outcomes, rationales, and exceptions for foreign assistance funding
Perform various analyses to support policy-making officials, lead stakeholder coordination around key policy issues, and ensure implementation of their decisions.
Draft and coordinate, as necessary, a variety of documents such as analytical reports; briefing materials, decision, and information memoranda; congressional letters; and other communications on matters relating to the area(s) of assignment.
Assist in compiling and analyzing program budget data to assist in tracking program execution, financial planning, analysis, and responding to Department and Congressional reports, questions regarding CNs, other inquiries and requirements.
Provide support for program and financial management reviews and compile responses and reports to requests for information.
What You Will Need:
An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED "SECRET" Federal or DoD security clearance. Once onboard with Guidehouse, new hire MUST be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD "TOP SECRET" security clearance.
Bachelor's degree
THREE (3) years with U.S. security assistance programs; a Master's degree may be used in lieu of TWO (2) years' of security assistance experience
Ability to work on client site in Washington, DC 4-5 days/week
What Would Be Nice To Have:
Demonstrated experience managing budget and fiscal processes for foreign assistance programs
Ability to professionally represent Guidehouse when participating and leading client-facing discussions and meetings
Excellent attention to detail
Excellent organizational, written, and oral communication skills
Experience providing timely narrative and data-driven responses to requests for information or reporting requests.
The annual salary range for this position is $98,000.00-$163,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.
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 a management consulting firm headquartered in Washington, D.C. The firm provides consulting services to clients in the public and commercial sectors, with a focus on energy, financial services, healthcare, national security, and aerospace and defense. Guidehouse was founded in 2018 as a spin-off from PwC. The firm has over 7,000 employees and operates in more than 50 locations worldwide.
