Senior Consultant – State Government IT IV&V

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Lead and assist in projects delivering services to state government clients

• Conduct readiness evaluations, project health assessments, quality assurance, IV&V, and related services

• Offer subject matter expertise in project management, technical system domains, organizational change management, state government business processes, and enterprise software systems

• Communicate project status, risks, and issues through written and verbal reports to various audiences, including client executive leadership

• Act as a trusted advisor for clients

• Facilitate meetings and conduct interviews with client stakeholders

• Contribute to staff development and foster a positive, innovative culture within the F&A team

• Participate in or lead training and learning development initiatives

• Prepare responses to Requests for Proposals to aid in team expansion

• Report directly to the Project Oversight and Quality Assurance Practice Lead

• Travel for client engagements may be required, potentially up to 50%, with most engagements necessitating 0–10% travel

⛳️ Requirements

• Proven expertise in state government system implementations, specifically in areas like licensing, accounting/finance, budgeting, grants, ERP, tax revenue, liquor/cannabis, HR/payroll, transportation management, pension, or similar systems

• In-depth knowledge of software system implementation technical domains, which includes data migration, system integration/interfaces, cybersecurity, software development lifecycle, requirements management, system testing, system architecture, operations, and system maintenance

• Experience with IV&V, project management, IT systems planning and procurement, business process improvement/analysis, independent testing, quality assurance, or comparable projects

• Familiarity with project management documentation and best practices

• Strong focus on customer service

• Exceptional written communication skills, including the ability to document complex issues clearly and logically

• Excellent verbal communication and presentation abilities

• Capability to manage multiple assignments and deliver quality results promptly

• Skill in establishing and maintaining positive working relationships with staff and diverse groups

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively

• PMP certification is an advantage

🏝️ Benefits

• Discretionary annual bonus based on company and individual performance

• Comprehensive benefits supporting physical, mental, career, social, and financial well-being

• Reasonable accommodations provided for the application, interview, and job performance processes

• Access to learning, development, and well-being programs

• Commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace culture