AI & Data Program Manager
About The Position
Guidehouse is seeking a Program Manager to lead a large, complex, regulator-facing data and AI modernization program. The role is responsible for end-to-end delivery oversight, stakeholder engagement, financial management, and execution of an Agile program operating across technical and business workstreams. The position may require travel up to 10% and requires the ability to obtain Public Trust clearance. The Program Manager provides overall leadership and accountability for program scope, cost, schedule, and performance; engages IT and business stakeholders; manages financials and contract performance; and oversees PMO governance, Agile execution, staffing, delivery quality, risks, and communication with senior client and Guidehouse leadership. U.S. citizenship and a bachelor’s degree are required, along with at least 10 years of experience leading large-scale IT and data programs. The annual salary range is $113,000 to $188,000. Guidehouse offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, including insurance coverage, paid holidays, retirement benefits, leave, education and development programs, and other support programs.
Requirements
- U.S. citizenship is required.
- Bachelor’s degree is required.
- Minimum of 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.
Nice To Haves
- 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, such as AWS or Snowflake.
- Experience engaging with governance or executive oversight committees.
Responsibilities
- 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.
Benefits
- Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision insurance
- Personal and family sick time and company-paid holidays
- Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
- Parental leave and adoption assistance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Basic life and supplemental life insurance
- Health Savings Account
- Dental/vision and dependent care flexible spending accounts
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Student loan paydown
- Tuition reimbursement, personal development, and learning opportunities
- Skills development and certifications
- Employee referral program
- Corporate-sponsored events and community outreach
- Emergency back-up childcare program
- Mobility stipend
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
