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Mission & Strategy Support Senior Consultant

Guidehouse

Denver, CO · Strategy and Operations

Guidehouse is seeking a Mission & Strategy Support Senior Consultant to guide mission integration, operational analysis, and strategic delivery across a complex national security environment. In this role, you will perform structured research, develop strategic documentation and briefings, and engage directly with cross-functional government partners. An active TS/SCI security clearance is required.

Job description

Job Family : Strategy & Transformation Consulting Travel Required : Up to 10% Clearance Required : Active Top Secret SCI (TS/SCI)

What You Will Do

  • Strategic Mission Integration Senior Consultant Guidehouse is seeking a highly-motivated Misson & Strategy Support Senior Consultant to support mission integration, operational analysis, stakeholder coordination, and strategic delivery across a complex, multi‑agency national security environment.
  • This encompasses systems‑focused, agile, cross‑functional support — providing direct value to government partners through structured analysis, requirements synthesis, operational documentation, and integrated mission support.
  • The ideal candidate brings strong analytical rigor, excellent communication skills, comfort navigating dynamic mission spaces, and an ability to independently manage tasks and relationships.
  • Experience in intelligence, operational analysis, defense policy, or mission‑driven project support is highly beneficial.
  • You will: Provide mission support, operational analysis, and structured research to government stakeholders.
  • Develop and maintain strategic documentation, briefings, requirements, and integration products.
  • Engage directly with cross‑functional partners and client stakeholders to clarify needs, capture actions, and drive delivery.
  • Produce clear, high‑quality analytical outputs that translate complex operational or technical information into actionable insights.
  • Work independently and with agility, managing multiple priorities and maintaining high standards in a dynamic mission environment.
  • What You Will Need : An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED "TOP SECRET/SCI (TS/SCI)" Federal or DoD security clearance Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (national security, intelligence, international affairs, business, engineering, analysis, public policy, etc.).
  • THREE (3) or more years' providing analytics and strategic mission support ideally within defense, intelligence, or national security What Would Be Nice To Have : Prior experience supporting IC or DoD programs, mission integration efforts, or joint mission environments.
  • Demonstrated experience conducting structured analysis, mission research, operational documentation, or strategic reporting.
  • Experience preparing mission briefs, strategic assessments, or senior‑level communication products.
  • Familiarity with emerging threat landscapes, defense modernization efforts, or multi‑agency security missions.
  • Background reflecting strategic and intelligence experience Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce leadership‑ready deliverables.
  • Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and deliver with consistency in a fast‑paced environment.
  • The annual salary range for this position is $89,000.00-$148,000.00.

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 an Equal Opportunity Employer–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’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’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.

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