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senior consultant strategy growth and transformation identity gen ai engineer

Deloitte

<div>As organizations adopt generative AI, securing how AI agents, models, and automated workflows access enterprise systems and data has become a core engineering challenge. As an Identity &amp; Gen AI Engineer, you will build generative AI solutions with identity, access, and trust engineered in from the start, securing both human and non-human identities and governing how AI agents and GenAI platforms reach data and downstream systems. This role focuses on hands-on engineering, integration, and continuous enhancement of AI solutions in which identity and access controls are a first-class concern. 
 
Work you'll do 
 
As an Identity &amp; Gen AI Engineer on the Identity and Access Management team, you will be responsible for... 
 
<ul><li>Build and integrate generative AI solutions, including LLM applications, retrieval-augmented generation, and AI agents, with secure access to data and downstream systems.</li></ul> 
<ul><li>Engineer authentication, authorization, and identity controls for AI agents, service accounts, and other non-human identities operating across enterprise and cloud environments.</li></ul> 
<ul><li>Develop guardrails for agentic workflows, including scoped permissions, least-privilege access, credential and secrets management, and runtime policy enforcement.</li></ul> 
<ul><li>Implement logging, monitoring, and governance that provide traceability and accountability for AI system actions.</li></ul> 
<ul><li>Collaborate with IAM, security architecture, and data teams to embed identity controls into GenAI solution delivery and operations.</li></ul> 
<ul><li>Create and maintain reference architectures, reusable patterns, and technical documentation for building and securing AI systems.</li></ul> 
A successful candidate would possess these skills: 
<ul><li>
Ability to work independently and collaborate as part of a team</li><li>
Effective written and verbal communication skills</li><li>
Meticulous attention to detail and quality of work product</li><li>
Ability to build and sustain professional relationships</li><li>
Ability to lead projects or workstreams</li><li>
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced and dynamic environment</li><li>
Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor</li><li>
Ability to meet deadlines</li><li>
Ability to provide clear guidance to others</li></ul> 

The team 
 
Our Deloitte Cyber team understands the unique challenges and opportunities businesses face in cybersecurity. Join our team to deliver powerful solutions to help our clients navigate the ever-changing threat landscape. Through powerful solutions and managed services that simplify complexity, we enable our clients to operate with resilience, grow with confidence, and proactively manage to secure success. 
 
Our Digital Trust &amp; Privacy offering enables trust and safety of online communications and digital products, protecting users, consumers, and patients from harm. Enables clients to provide consumer confidence in knowing with whom they are dealing and ensuring the integrity of access to data. 
 
Qualifications 
 
Required: 
<ul><li>
Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a similar technical field</li><li>
Ability to work onsite up to 5 days a week.</li><li>
3+ years of software engineering experience with Python or a comparable language
</li><li>1+ year of hands-on experience building, integrating, or deploying generative AI solutions such as large language model (LLM) applications, retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), or AI agents, including use of model APIs, orchestration frameworks, and AI development tools such as Claude Code, OpenAI Codex, GitHub Copilot, or Cursor
</li><li>Working knowledge of identity and access management concepts and protocols, including authentication, authorization, single sign-on (SSO), and standards such as OpenID Connect (OIDC), Security Assertion Markup Language (SAML), OAuth, and JSON Web Token (JWT)
</li><li>Ability to travel 15%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve.
</li><li>Ability to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance.
</li><li>Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.</li></ul> 
Preferred: 
<ul><li>
Experience deploying generative AI solutions to production environments
</li><li>Hands-on experience with identity and access management platforms such as SailPoint, Okta, or Microsoft Entra ID
</li><li>Experience securing non-human or machine identities, service accounts, secrets, and credentials using tools such as HashiCorp Vault or CyberArk
</li><li>Experience with AI agent frameworks and protocols such as LangChain, LangGraph, or Model Context Protocol (MCP)
</li><li>Experience with fine-grained authorization or policy-as-code using tools such as Open Policy Agent (OPA), Cedar, or OpenFGA
</li><li>Familiarity with AI and LLM security risks such as the OWASP Top 10 for LLM Applications, prompt injection, and excessive agency
</li><li>Experience applying AI governance and risk frameworks such as the NIST AI Risk Management Framework (AI RMF)
</li><li>2+ years of experience building or deploying workloads in cloud environments such as Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Microsoft Azure
</li><li>Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP), or a cloud engineering certification such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect or Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect
</li><li>1+ year of experience supporting federal government environments
</li>1+ year of experience with infrastructure-as-code or automation technologies such as Terraform or Ansible 
<li>
</li></ul> 
 
The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Deloitte, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $105,400 to $207,800. 
 
You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.</div>

Senior Consultant, Strategy, Growth, and Transformation, Identity & Gen AI Engineer

Cognition AI

<div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Location</h2>
Washington DC
</div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Employment Type</h2>
Full time
</div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Location Type</h2>
Hybrid
</div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Department</h2>
SalesFederal</div></div>
 <div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">We are an applied AI lab building end-to-end software agents.</h2>
We're the makers of Devin, the first AI software engineer, and Windsurf, the AI-native IDE. Together, they represent our vision for collaborative AI teammates that enable engineers to focus on more interesting problems and empower teams to strive for more ambitious goals.
Our team is small and talent-dense. Among our founding team, we have world-class competitive programmers, former founders, and leaders from companies at the cutting edge of AI including Scale AI, Palantir, Cursor, Waymo, Tesla, Lunchclub, Modal, Google DeepMind, and Nuro.
Building Devin is just the first step&mdash;our hardest challenges still lie ahead. If you&rsquo;re excited to solve some of the world&rsquo;s biggest problems and build AI that can reason on real-world tasks, apply to join us.
About the Role
We are seeking an AI Policy Lead to help shape Cognition's engagement with policymakers, regulators, and government stakeholders as AI becomes increasingly important to economic competitiveness, national security, and public sector modernization.
You will serve as a bridge between technical innovation and public policy, helping policymakers understand the opportunities and implications of advanced AI systems while ensuring Cognition remains informed on evolving regulatory, legislative, and geopolitical developments.
This role sits at the intersection of technology, government, and strategy. You will work closely with company leadership, product teams, legal counsel, and external stakeholders to support responsible AI deployment and advance policies that promote innovation, security, and economic growth.
Core Responsibilities
<ul><li>Monitor and analyze emerging AI policy, regulatory, and legislative developments across the United States and key international markets
</li><li>Develop policy positions, briefing materials, white papers, and executive-level recommendations on issues related to artificial intelligence, national security, technology competitiveness, workforce transformation, and digital infrastructure
</li><li>Build and maintain relationships with policymakers, government agencies, think tanks, industry associations, and academic institutions
</li><li>Support executive engagement with Congress, the Executive Branch, regulators, and international government stakeholders
</li><li>Represent Cognition in policy discussions, industry working groups, conferences, and strategic forums
</li><li>Partner with technical teams to translate complex AI capabilities into clear, actionable policy narratives
</li><li>Identify opportunities for public-private partnerships that accelerate AI adoption across government and critical industries
</li><li>Help anticipate policy risks and opportunities that could impact company strategy, product development, or market expansion
</li></ul>What We Value
<ul><li>Intellectual curiosity and a genuine interest in understanding frontier AI systems
</li><li>Strong judgment and the ability to navigate complex policy environments
</li><li>Clear communication across technical, business, and government audiences
</li><li>Relationship-building and long-term trust with stakeholders
</li><li>Pragmatism and a focus on outcomes rather than ideology
</li><li>Ownership mentality and willingness to operate independently
</li><li>Ability to balance innovation, competitiveness, and responsible governance
</li></ul>Requirements
<ul><li>5&ndash;10 years of experience in public policy, government affairs, national security, technology policy, congressional offices, federal agencies, think tanks, consulting, or related fields
</li><li>Strong understanding of U.S. government institutions, policymaking processes, and regulatory frameworks
</li><li>Demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders and navigate complex organizations
</li><li>Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
</li><li>Experience developing policy recommendations, briefing materials, or strategic analyses for senior decision-makers
</li><li>Ability to quickly understand technical concepts and communicate them effectively to non-technical audiences
</li><li>Interest in artificial intelligence, emerging technologies, and their implications for government and society
</li></ul>You Might Excel If You...
<ul><li>Have worked in Congress, the White House, federal agencies, national security organizations, or leading policy institutions
</li><li>Are familiar with federal budgeting cycles
</li><li>Have experience with AI, cybersecurity, defense technology, cloud infrastructure, or emerging technology policy
</li><li>Have advised senior government officials, executives, or technology leaders
</li><li>Understand both the public and private sector perspectives on innovation and regulation
</li><li>Are passionate about ensuring the United States remains the global leader in AI development and deployment
</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Equal Opportunity</h2>
Cognition is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities throughout the hiring process - please let us know if you need any.</div></div>

AI Policy Lead

VERSA Integrated Solutions

Position: Data EngineerDepartment: Federal ProgramsLocation: Washington, DC Metro Area (Hybrid/Onsite based on customer requirements)Employment Type: Full-TimeSalary: Commensurate with ExperienceAbout VERSA Integrated SolutionsVERSA Integrated Solutions delivers innovative Cloud, Data, Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, and Enterprise IT solutions to Federal Government agencies. We help agencies modernize mission-critical systems by implementing secure, scalable, cloud-native technologies that enable advanced analytics, operational excellence, and data-driven decision making.Position SummaryVERSA Integrated Solutions is seeking a highly motivated Data Engineer to design, build, optimize, and maintain enterprise data platforms supporting Federal Government customers. The Data Engineer develops robust ETL/ELT pipelines, cloud-based data integration solutions, and enterprise data repositories that support business intelligence, artificial intelligence, reporting, and operational analytics.The successful candidate will collaborate closely with Data Architects, AI/ML Engineers, Database Administrators, Software Developers, Cloud Engineers, and Business Analysts to ensure high-quality, secure, and scalable data solutions.Position ObjectivesThe Data Engineer will:<ul><li>Design enterprise data pipelines.&bull; Integrate structured and unstructured data sources.&bull; Support cloud data modernization initiatives.&bull; Improve enterprise data quality.&bull; Enable analytics and AI initiatives.&bull; Automate data processing workflows.</li></ul>Major Duties &amp; ResponsibilitiesData Pipeline Development<ul><li>Design, develop, and maintain scalable ETL/ELT pipelines.&bull; Integrate internal and external data sources.&bull; Automate ingestion, transformation, and validation processes.&bull; Optimize data movement across enterprise platforms.&bull; Monitor pipeline performance and reliability.</li></ul>Cloud Data EngineeringSupport enterprise cloud platforms including:<ul><li>Azure Data Factory&bull; Azure Synapse Analytics&bull; Azure Data Lake&bull; Microsoft Fabric&bull; AWS Glue&bull; AWS Redshift&bull; Databricks</li></ul>Develop cloud-native data integration solutions supporting modernization initiatives.Data Integration<ul><li>Develop APIs supporting enterprise integrations.&bull; Process structured, semi-structured, and unstructured data.&bull; Build real-time and batch processing solutions.&bull; Support streaming technologies such as Apache Kafka and Azure Event Hub.</li></ul>Data Quality<ul><li>Validate incoming datasets.&bull; Develop automated quality checks.&bull; Monitor completeness and accuracy.&bull; Resolve data anomalies.&bull; Implement data lineage and audit capabilities.</li></ul>Analytics SupportProvide data services supporting:<ul><li>Power BI&bull; Tableau&bull; AI/ML models&bull; Executive dashboards&bull; Predictive analytics&bull; Operational reporting</li></ul>DevSecOpsCollaborate with engineering teams to:<ul><li>Automate deployments&bull; Implement Infrastructure as Code&bull; Support CI/CD pipelines&bull; Improve monitoring and observability&bull; Secure enterprise data environments</li></ul>Required Technical SkillsLanguages<ul><li>Python&bull; SQL&bull; Spark&bull; PySpark&bull; PowerShell</li></ul>Cloud<ul><li>Azure&bull; Azure Data Factory&bull; Azure Synapse&bull; Azure SQL&bull; Azure Storage&bull; Microsoft Fabric</li></ul>Databases<ul><li>SQL Server&bull; PostgreSQL&bull; Oracle&bull; Snowflake&bull; Databricks</li></ul>Tools<ul><li>Git&bull; GitHub&bull; Azure DevOps&bull; Terraform&bull; Docker&bull; Kubernetes</li></ul>Preferred Skills<ul><li>Apache Kafka&bull; Azure Event Hub&bull; REST APIs&bull; JSON/XML&bull; Delta Lake&bull; Data Lakehouse Architecture&bull; AI data preparation&bull; MLOps</li></ul>EducationBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Data Science, Mathematics, or a related discipline.Experience LevelsJunior (0&ndash;4 Years)<ul><li>SQL development&bull; Python programming&bull; ETL fundamentals&bull; Database experience</li></ul>Intermediate (5&ndash;9 Years)<ul><li>Cloud data engineering&bull; Azure or AWS experience&bull; Production ETL development&bull; API integration</li></ul>Senior (10&ndash;14 Years)<ul><li>Enterprise cloud modernization&bull; Data platform leadership&bull; Performance optimization&bull; Mentoring junior engineers</li></ul>SME (15+ Years)<ul><li>Enterprise Data Engineering strategy&bull; Federal modernization leadership&bull; AI-enabled data platforms&bull; Large-scale cloud migration</li></ul>Preferred Certifications<ul><li>Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Engineer Associate&bull; Databricks Certified Data Engineer&bull; AWS Certified Data Engineer&bull; SnowPro Core&bull; ITIL&reg; Foundation</li></ul>Desired Federal ExperienceExperience supporting NIH, CMS, Census Bureau, Commerce, DHS, DOD, or other Federal agencies is highly desirable.Security ClearanceAbility to obtain and maintain a Public Trust or higher clearance, depending on customer requirements.Why Join VERSA?Join a team building modern data platforms that enable Federal agencies to leverage artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and enterprise analytics to accomplish mission objectives.Equal Employment OpportunityVERSA Integrated Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity for all qualified applicants.Pay: $120,000.00 - $150,000.00 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>401(k) matching</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Work Location: Hybrid remote in Washington, DC 20591

Data Engineer

Position: AI/ML EngineerLocation: Washington, DC Metro Area (Hybrid/Onsite based on customer requirements)Employment Type: Full-TimeSalary: Commensurate with ExperienceAbout VERSA Integrated SolutionsVERSA Integrated Solutions is a premier provider of Information Technology, Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Cloud, Data Analytics, and Engineering services supporting Federal Government agencies. We help agencies modernize operations through innovative technologies, secure architectures, and mission-driven solutions. Our teams work on high-impact initiatives that improve decision-making, operational efficiency, and citizen services.Position SummaryVERSA Integrated Solutions is seeking an experienced AI/ML Engineer to design, develop, deploy, and maintain Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) solutions supporting Federal Government customers. The successful candidate will work closely with data scientists, software engineers, cloud architects, cybersecurity professionals, and business stakeholders to build intelligent applications that leverage predictive analytics, machine learning, generative AI, and large language models (LLMs).The AI/ML Engineer will support the full lifecycle of AI solutions&mdash;from data preparation and model development to deployment, monitoring, optimization, and governance&mdash;while ensuring compliance with federal security, privacy, and Responsible AI requirements.Position ObjectivesThe AI/ML Engineer will:<ul><li>Design and implement scalable AI and ML solutions.&bull; Build and optimize machine learning models for structured and unstructured data.&bull; Develop data pipelines to support AI workloads.&bull; Integrate AI capabilities into enterprise applications.&bull; Ensure AI solutions comply with federal security, privacy, and governance requirements.&bull; Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver mission-focused outcomes.</li></ul>Major Duties &amp; ResponsibilitiesAI &amp; Machine Learning Development<ul><li>Design, develop, train, test, and deploy machine learning models.&bull; Build supervised, unsupervised, reinforcement learning, and deep learning solutions.&bull; Develop predictive analytics and classification models.&bull; Optimize model performance and accuracy through feature engineering and hyperparameter tuning.&bull; Build reusable AI components and services.</li></ul>Generative AI &amp; Large Language Models<ul><li>Develop solutions using Large Language Models (LLMs).&bull; Implement Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) architectures.&bull; Engineer prompts and fine-tune models where appropriate.&bull; Evaluate AI model outputs for accuracy, explainability, and bias.&bull; Support secure deployment of generative AI capabilities.</li></ul>Data Engineering &amp; Preparation<ul><li>Build and maintain data ingestion and transformation pipelines.&bull; Clean, normalize, and prepare structured and unstructured datasets.&bull; Collaborate with Data Engineers to optimize data availability and quality.&bull; Implement feature stores and model-ready datasets.</li></ul>MLOps &amp; Model Lifecycle Management<ul><li>Automate model training, testing, deployment, and monitoring.&bull; Develop CI/CD pipelines for machine learning solutions.&bull; Monitor model drift, performance degradation, and retraining needs.&bull; Maintain version control for models, datasets, and code.</li></ul>Responsible AI &amp; Governance<ul><li>Implement Responsible AI principles including fairness, transparency, explainability, and accountability.&bull; Ensure compliance with NIST AI Risk Management Framework, Executive Orders, and agency-specific AI policies.&bull; Document AI models, assumptions, limitations, and validation results.</li></ul>Collaboration &amp; Innovation<ul><li>Partner with software developers, cloud engineers, and business analysts to integrate AI into enterprise solutions.&bull; Present technical findings and recommendations to stakeholders.&bull; Evaluate emerging AI technologies and recommend improvements.</li></ul>Required Technical Skills<ul><li>Python&bull; SQL&bull; TensorFlow&bull; PyTorch&bull; Scikit-learn&bull; Pandas&bull; NumPy&bull; Hugging Face Transformers&bull; LangChain or similar orchestration frameworks&bull; Azure AI Services or Azure Machine Learning&bull; AWS SageMaker (preferred)&bull; Git/GitHub&bull; Docker&bull; Kubernetes&bull; RESTful APIs</li></ul>Preferred Skills<ul><li>Experience with Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG)&bull; Prompt engineering for LLMs&bull; Vector databases (e.g., Pinecone, Azure AI Search)&bull; Knowledge graph integration&bull; Natural Language Processing (NLP)&bull; Computer Vision&bull; Time-series forecasting&bull; Knowledge of FedRAMP and Zero Trust environments</li></ul>Required Qualifications<ul><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.&bull; Excellent written and verbal communication skills.&bull; Ability to translate business requirements into AI-driven technical solutions.&bull; Experience working in Agile/DevSecOps environments.&bull; Experience supporting federal government customers is highly desirable.</li></ul>EducationBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field. A Master's degree is preferred. Equivalent experience may be substituted for education.Experience LevelsJunior (0&ndash;4 Years)<ul><li>Experience with Python and machine learning fundamentals.&bull; Exposure to cloud platforms and data science tools.&bull; Participation in AI/ML projects through coursework, internships, or professional experience.</li></ul>Intermediate (5&ndash;9 Years)<ul><li>Development and deployment of production AI/ML models.&bull; Experience with MLOps pipelines and cloud AI services.&bull; Collaboration with cross-functional software development teams.</li></ul>Senior (10&ndash;14 Years)<ul><li>Leadership in designing enterprise AI solutions.&bull; Expertise in generative AI, LLMs, and Responsible AI practices.&bull; Experience mentoring junior engineers and leading technical initiatives.</li></ul>Subject Matter Expert (15+ Years)<ul><li>Recognized authority in enterprise AI strategy and implementation.&bull; Experience shaping AI governance and modernization initiatives for large organizations.&bull; Trusted advisor to executive leadership on AI adoption and emerging technologies.</li></ul>Preferred Certifications<ul><li>Microsoft Certified: Azure AI Engineer Associate&bull; Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Scientist Associate&bull; AWS Certified Machine Learning &ndash; Specialty&bull; Google Professional Machine Learning Engineer&bull; TensorFlow Developer Certificate&bull; Databricks Certified Machine Learning Professional&bull; ITIL&reg; 4 Foundation (preferred)</li></ul>Desired Federal ExperienceExperience supporting one or more of the following agencies is highly desirable:<ul><li>U.S. Census Bureau&bull; National Institutes of Health (NIH)&bull; Centers for Medicare &amp; Medicaid Services (CMS)&bull; Department of Commerce&bull; Department of Homeland Security (DHS)&bull; Department of Defense (DoD)&bull; Department of Labor (DOL)</li></ul>Security Clearance<ul><li>Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust or higherclearance, depending on customer requirements.</li></ul>Work Environment<ul><li>Hybrid or onsite within the Washington, DC Metro Area based on customer requirements.&bull; Collaborative, fast-paced environment supporting mission-critical federal AI initiatives.&bull; Occasional travel to customer sites may be required.</li></ul>Why Join VERSA?At VERSA, you'll work alongside experts delivering innovative AI solutions that help federal agencies solve complex mission challenges. We invest in continuous learning, professional certifications, and opportunities to work with cutting-edge technologies, including machine learning, generative AI, cloud platforms, and advanced analytics.Equal Employment OpportunityVERSA Integrated Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees are respected, valued, and empowered to succeed. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.Pay: $118,467.98 - $142,671.13 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>401(k) matching</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Retirement plan</li></ul>Work Location: Hybrid remote in Washington, DC 20591

Software Engineer - Data, AI/ML & Analytics

<div>About EAB

At EAB, our mission is to make education smarter and our communities stronger. We work with more than 2,800 institutions to drive transformative change through data-driven insights and best-in-class capabilities. From kindergarten to college to career, EAB partners with leaders and practitioners to accelerate progress and drive results across enrollment, student success, institutional strategy, data analytics, and advancement. We work with each partner differently, tailoring our portfolio of research, technology, and marketing and enrollment solutions to meet the unique needs of every leadership team, as well as the students and employees they serve.

At EAB, we serve not only our partner institutions but each other&mdash;that's why we are always working to make sure our employees love their jobs and are invested in their communities. See how we've been recognized for this dedication to our employees by checking out our recent awards.
For more information, visit our Careers page. 


The Role in Brief: 


Director, Research Advisory Services 


EAB is the leading global provider of research and advice to higher education and K-12 institutions. Our research programs help executives at client organizations educate stakeholders, make research-informed decisions, and speed implementation of industry best practices. 


EAB Research Advisory Services (RAS) is a division within our research business, providing consultative support and expert advice to our education clients. RAS staff work directly with boards, presidents, and other senior academic and business leaders to help them make meaningful and strategic progress toward their most pressing financial and mission-consequential issues. Through strong communication and storytelling, RAS provides high-impact, outcome-focused presentations, workshops, and unscripted conversations to help partners understand and implement EAB&rsquo;s advice. We deliver our advice to clients through peer conferences, expert phone consultations, virtual meetings, and onsite at client institutions. In addition to working with current clients, our advisors also support sales efforts in new client development. 


This position will spend about 80% of time in the market, working with partners both in-person and virtually. The position requires 40-50% travel. This hire may be based in Washington, D.C.; Richmond, VA; or is open to remote employment within the continental United States. 

This position is also posted at the Associate Director level; candidates are being considered across both levels for the current opening. 


Primary Responsibilities: 


Terrain Mastery: Build and maintain issue expertise across research terrains, with a special focus on those most important to members across the university executive cabinet at educational institutions and the teams they lead across the university each day: including the delivery of dynamic strategy to guide transformation; advancement and fundraising strategy; campaign readiness and execution; and donor and alumni engagement. Store &amp; curate EAB&rsquo;s perspective across the breadth of research terrains to give partners the most direct access to EAB&rsquo;s advice.

The ideal candidate will bring experience working with senior institutional leaders and advancement organizations through practitioner, consulting, or advisory experience. Successful candidates will be able to engage effectively with advancement and cabinet leaders while maintaining the broad strategic and operational fluency required of the RAS model.

The candidate will leverage EAB&rsquo;s insights, best practices, tools, and data to help partners make decisions and implement best practices and develop a deep understanding of assigned terrain, market trends, and evolving client needs. 


Content Delivery and Facilitation: Work directly with partners to diagnose their problems, challenge their assumptions, guide decisions, and suggest solutions. Deliver EAB&rsquo;s point of view and advice through phone consultations, virtual meetings, conferences, and on campus presentations to: 

<ul>
<li>Make EAB insights and data accessible and impactful for our partners, bringing clarity and context to their understanding of their challenges;</li>
<li>Present partners with new ideas and potential solutions to those challenges and advocate for adoption;</li>
<li>Act as an expert outside voice, building consensus and educating committees and staff.</li>
</ul>
Combine functional knowledge, with an understanding of higher ed&rsquo;s unique organizational dynamics, enabling partners to set strategy, lead their institutions, and manage their operations more effectively by:
<ul>
<li>Diagnosing and giving voice to dynamics that are often felt, but not addressed;</li>
<li>Supporting leaders as they align effort and teams around institutional priorities;</li>
<li>Pathing partners through ranges of viable solutions and their pros and cons;</li>
<li>recommending paths for improvement and serving as their guides and accountability Partners as they progress;</li>
<li>Connecting partner institutions and creating learning experiences.</li></ul> 


Customer Success and Commercial Support: Collaborate with the research customer success team to execute on a scalable and impactful partner delivery model and deliver high-impact client interactions. Support sales in new partner development. 


Research Collaboration: Leverage terrain expertise to generate original insight and content in assigned areas (e.g., blog posts, social media posts, briefings, presentations, etc.). Actively participate in ongoing research processes and share market insights with research colleagues to inform future EAB insights and deliverables. 


Basic Qualifications: 

<ul>
<li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree with an excellent academic record and 6 - 8+ years of post-graduate professional experience</li>
<li>Experience working with client executives, either at a college, university, district, or school or as a consultant or advisor</li>
<li>Superior verbal, written, facilitation, and presentation skills</li>
<li>Ability to create a compelling narrative through data visualization, graphics, and slides</li>
<li>Excellent relationship building and collaboration skills; ability to build relationships with and engage and challenge senior-level executives</li></ul> 


Ideal Qualifications: 

<ul>
<li>Advanced degree</li>
<li>In-depth understanding of education industry and the specific role that senior institutional leadership has in setting strategy and decision making in areas such as strategic Information Technology, AI, and Enterprise Data Management</li>
<li>Demonstrated ability to distill market and terrain insights, drawing on client interactions</li>
<li>Experience producing written content and deliverables for an executive-level audience (e.g., blogs, social media feeds, reports, briefings)</li>
<li>Commitment to embracing a continual learning environment and contributing to a dynamic and welcoming culture of fairness, authenticity, and belonging in support of EAB&rsquo;s mission, values, and aspiration</li></ul> 


If you&rsquo;ve reached this section of the job description and are unsure of whether to apply, please do! At EAB, we welcome new perspectives and learn from each other&rsquo;s unique experiences. We would encourage you to submit an application if this is a role you would be passionate about doing every day. 


Compensation:

The anticipated starting salary (base) range for this role is $76,500 - $115,000 per year. Actual salary varies due to factors that may include but not be limited to relevant experience, skills, and location. At EAB, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the starting salary range for their role.

This hire will additionally be eligible for discretionary bonus or incentive compensation. Variable compensation may depend on various factors, such as individual and organizational performance. 


Benefits:

Consistent with our belief that our employees are our most valuable resource, EAB offers a competitive and inclusive benefits package. Our benefits currently include:
<ul><li> Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans; dependents and domestic partners eligible</li></ul>
<ul><li> 20+ days of PTO annually, in addition to paid firm and floating holidays
</li></ul><ul><li> Daytime leave policy for community service and flextime for fitness activities (up to 10 hours per month each)
</li></ul><ul><li> 401(k) retirement savings plan with annual discretionary company matching contribution</li></ul>
<ul><li> Health savings account, healthcare and dependent care flexible spending account, and pre-tax commuter plans</li></ul>
<ul><li> Employee assistance program with counseling services and resources available to all employees and immediate family
</li></ul><ul><li> Wellness programs including gym discounts, incentives to promote healthy living, and family access to the leading app for sleep, meditation, and relaxation
</li></ul><ul><li> Fertility treatment coverage and adoption or surrogacy assistance</li></ul>
<ul><li> Paid parental leave with phase back to work program for birthing and non-birthing parents</li></ul>
<ul><li> Access to milk shipping service to support nursing employees during business travel</li></ul>
<ul><li> Discounted pet health insurance coverage for dog and cat family members</li></ul>
<ul><li> Company-provided life, AD&amp;D, and disability insurance</li></ul>
<ul><li> Financial wellness resources and membership in a robust employee discount program</li></ul>
<ul><li> Access to employee resource groups, merit-based advancement, and dynamic professional growth opportunities
</li></ul>Benefits kick in day one; learn more at eab.com/careers/benefits. 


This opening is not eligible for visa sponsorship at this time; EAB will thus consider candidates who possess U.S. work authorization that does not require employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future.

At EAB, we believe that to fulfill our mission to &ldquo;make education smarter and our communities stronger&rdquo; we need team members who bring a diversity of perspectives to the table and are committed to fostering a workplace where each team member is valued, respected and heard.
To that end, EAB is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we make employment decisions on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. We don&rsquo;t discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law.</div>

Director, Research Advisory Services

General Dynamics Information Technology

<div><div><div>Your Impact
Own your opportunity to serve as a critical component of our nation&rsquo;s safety and security. Make an impact by using your expertise to protect our country from threats.
Job Description<div>
We are seeking an experienced Chief Engineer to serve as the senior technical leader and trusted advisor to customer leadership, providing strategic technical guidance while ensuring successful execution of operational and modernization initiatives. This role requires the ability to operate at both the strategic and technical levels, including hands-on engineering engagement to validate approaches, reduce risk, accelerate decision-making, and demonstrate technical solutions. The successful candidate will provide technical leadership across enterprise operations, modernization efforts, and continuous improvement initiatives.
HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT<ul><li>
Serve as primary technical advisor to customer leadership.</li><li>
Develop and maintain technical strategy and roadmap.</li><li>
Lead architectural reviews and technical decision-making activities.</li><li>
Evaluate and recommend technologies that improve reliability, security, scalability, and operational efficiency.</li><li>
Assess technical risks and develop mitigation strategies.</li><li>
Drive modernization and continuous improvement initiatives.</li><li>
Validate technical approaches through hands-on analysis, proof-of-concept activities, and engineering reviews.</li><li>
Collaborate with operational teams to improve technical execution and service delivery.</li><li>
Lead root cause analysis efforts for complex technical issues.</li><li>
Mentor technical staff and promote technical excellence across the program.</li><li>
Partner with customer stakeholders to align technology investments with mission objectives.</li></ul>
WHAT YOU&rsquo;LL NEED TO SUCCEED
<ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field. Experience may be substituted for education.</li><li>
Minimum 10 years of enterprise IT engineering and architecture experience.</li><li>
Strong understanding of:</li><li>
Enterprise infrastructure</li><li>
Systems integration</li><li>
Security and compliance</li><li>
Cloud and hybrid architecture</li><li>
Experience evaluating technical risks and developing strategic solutions.</li><li>
Exceptional communication and leadership skills.</li></ul>
Preferred Qualifications<ul><li>
Azure or AWS Solution Architect</li><li>
Active CISSP or CSSIP</li><li>
Microsoft Certified Windows Server Hybrid Administrator</li><li>
Experience leading modernization initiatives.</li><li>
Enterprise architecture framework experience.</li></ul>
GDIT IS YOUR PLACE 
At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.<ul><li>
Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities</li><li>
Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals</li><li>
Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, competitive pay and paid time off</li><li>
Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace</li></ul>
</div></div><div><div><div>Work Requirements</div></div><div></div><div><div>
Years of Experience<div>
10 + years of related experience</div><ul><li>may vary based on technical training, certification(s), or degree</li></ul></div><div></div><div>
Certification</div><div>
Travel Required<div>
Less than 10%</div></div><div></div><div>
Citizenship<div>
U.S. Citizenship Required</div></div></div></div></div><div>
Salary and Benefit Information<div>
The likely salary range for this position is $165,750 - $224,250. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range. 
View information about benefits and our total rewards program.</div>
Our Identity Verification Process<div>
As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.</div>
About Our Work<div>
We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 26,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across over 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, cloud, cyber and application development. Together with our customers, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.</div><div>
Join our Talent Community to stay up to date on our career opportunities and events at gdit.com/tc.</div><div>
Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans</div></div></div>

Chief Engineer - Active Top Secret required

Guidehouse

<div>Job Family:
IT Cyber Security 
Travel Required:
Up to 10% 
Clearance Required:
None<div><div>
What You Wil Do:
We are seeking an experienced Identity &amp; Access Management (IAM) Leader to build and lead our enterprise IAM function. Reporting to the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), this role is responsible for IAM strategy, architecture, delivery, and operations across workforce, customer, and non-human identities.</div><div>
This leader will define the IAM vision and roadmap, oversee key identity transformation initiatives, manage vendors and delivery partners, and lead a globally distributed team in a complex, matrixed environment.
Strategy, Vision &amp; Organizational Leadership</div><div><ul><li>
Define and lead the enterprise IAM strategy, operating model, and roadmap aligned to business, risk, and regulatory priorities. Build and scale the IAM organization to include team structure and hiring plans.</li><li>
Partner across Cybersecurity, IT, HR, Legal, Privacy, Risk, Internal Audit, and business teams to deliver consistent identity outcomes.</li><li>
Oversee major IAM transformation initiatives, including program execution and budget accountability.
</li><li>Establish metrics and reporting to demonstrate program maturity, business value, and risk reduction.</li></ul></div><div> 
Identity Governance &amp; Administration (IGA)</div><div><ul><li>
Lead the design and maturity of Identity Governance and Administration capabilities, including lifecycle management, access requests, certifications, role management, and separation of duties.</li><li>
Drive the strategy, implementation, and maturation of enterprise IGA capabilities using platforms such as SailPoint, Microsoft Entra ID Governance, or similar solutions.</li><li>
Advance least-privilege and Zero Trust principles across enterprise applications, platforms, and cloud environments.</li><li>
Oversee identity lifecycle management for workforce, contractors, partners, and non-human identities.</li></ul></div><div> 
Privileged Access Management (PAM)</div><div><ul><li>
Lead the strategy and maturity of the firm&rsquo;s Privileged Access Management program, including vaulting, credential management, session controls, and privileged access governance.</li><li>
Provide strategic leadership for PAM capabilities and related tooling, including platforms such as Delinea, CyberArk, or similar solutions.</li><li>
Establish standards for privileged access, secrets management, and just-in-time elevation across human and machine identities.</li><li>
Reduce standing privilege across hybrid environments and track progress through measurable controls.</li></ul></div></div><div><div>
Authentication, SSO &amp; Federation</div><div><ul><li>
Lead enterprise authentication and access capabilities, including SSO, MFA, conditional access, federation, and modern authentication methods.</li><li>
Support modern identity and access patterns through technologies such as Microsoft Entra ID and related federation and access governance capabilities.</li><li>
Support secure identity patterns for employees, clients, partners, and external platforms as needed.</li></ul></div><div> 
Cloud &amp; Workload Identity</div><div><ul><li>
Drive identity standards for cloud and workload access across Guidehouse&rsquo;s hybrid and multi-cloud environments.</li><li>
Partner with infrastructure, cloud, and engineering teams to embed identity and access controls into platforms and delivery processes.</li><li>
Establish guardrails and monitoring for entitlements and permissions across enterprise technology environments.</li></ul></div><div> 
Risk, Compliance &amp; Audit</div><div><ul><li>
Align IAM capabilities to security, compliance, and audit requirements across applicable regulatory and control frameworks.</li><li>
Partner with compliance and audit stakeholders to support control evidence, remediation, and sustainable governance processes.</li><li>
Support identity requirements for both internal operations and client-serving environments as needed.</li></ul></div><div> 
People Leadership</div><div><ul><li>
Lead, coach, and develop a team spanning IAM architecture, engineering, operations, and governance.</li><li>
Build a culture of accountability, service excellence, and continuous improvement.</li><li>
Represent the IAM function with senior leadership and key stakeholders across the enterprise.</li></ul></div></div><div><div> 
What You Will Need:</div><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree and minimum 10 years of progressive experience in cybersecurity with at least 7+ years focused on Identity &amp; Access Management, and 5+ years in a people-leadership capacity or 14 years of equivalent professional experience in lieu of degree.</li><li>
Proven experience building or maturing an enterprise IAM function in a complex, global organization.</li><li>
Demonstrated success leading in a matrixed environment and partnering across technology, security, and business teams.</li><li>
Strong experience with modern IAM technologies and concepts, including IGA, PAM, SSO, MFA, federation, and lifecycle management, with hands-on experience leading or supporting platforms such as SailPoint, Microsoft Entra ID Governance, Delinea, CyberArk, and similar tools.</li><li>
Experience leading complex, multi-year IAM transformation programs with cross-functional teams and external partners.</li><li>
Familiarity with security and compliance frameworks relevant to IAM programs.</li><li>
Experience supporting identity requirements in regulated environments, including public sector or highly governed industries.</li><li>
Strong executive communication and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>
U.S. Citizenship required. Must reside in the United States.</li></ul><div> 
What Would Be Nice to Have:</div><div><ul><li>
Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or a related field.</li><li>
Experience in a professional services or other complex enterprise environment.</li><li>
Relevant industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or IAM-related certifications.</li></ul></div></div> 

The annual salary range for this position is $149,000.00-$248,000.00. 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:<ul><li>
Medical, Rx, Dental &amp; Vision Insurance</li><li>
Personal and Family Sick Time &amp; Company Paid Holidays</li><li>
Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus</li><li>
Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance</li><li>
401(k) Retirement Plan</li><li>
Basic Life &amp; Supplemental Life</li><li>
Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision &amp; Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts</li><li>
Short-Term &amp; Long-Term Disability</li><li>
Student Loan PayDown</li><li>
Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development &amp; Learning Opportunities</li><li>
Skills Development &amp; Certifications</li><li>
Employee Referral Program</li><li>
Corporate Sponsored Events &amp; Community Outreach</li><li>
Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program</li><li>
Mobility Stipend</li></ul>
About Guidehouse
Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer&ndash;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.
If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@guidehouse.com. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation.
All communication regarding recruitment for a Guidehouse position will be sent from Guidehouse email domains including @guidehouse.com or guidehouse@myworkday.com. Correspondence received by an applicant from any other domain should be considered unauthorized and will not be honored by Guidehouse. Note that Guidehouse will never charge a fee or require a money transfer at any stage of the recruitment process and does not collect fees from educational institutions for participation in a recruitment event. Never provide your banking information to a third party purporting to need that information to proceed in the hiring process.
If any person or organization demands money related to a job opportunity with Guidehouse, please report the matter to Guidehouse&rsquo;s Ethics Hotline. If you want to check the validity of correspondence you have received, please contact recruiting@guidehouse.com. Guidehouse is not responsible for losses incurred (monetary or otherwise) from an applicant&rsquo;s dealings with unauthorized third parties.
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.</div>

Identity Governance & Administration (IGA) Leader

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