Padrón is seeking a Consultant to support a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) client. This position will play a key role in supporting strategic initiatives for this agency. The primary responsibility set for this position involves building positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders, conducting research and analysis, evaluating, and executing on client priorities, setting goals and guidelines, and operating in a fast-paced environment, working on multiple assignments at any given time. 

The ideal candidate will demonstrate the ability to inspire and drive program and change management excellence; ensure consistency and structure, and guarantee outstanding communication, coordination, and execution. This role will interact with all levels of staff and will push for results while building great cross-functional relationships based on trust and accountability.

What you will do as a Consultant:

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including government personnel and team partners. 

• Lead customer, stakeholder, and partner engagements ensuring program execution is aligned with customer expectations. 

• Lead timely high-quality deliverables in support of the contract mission.

• Support government senior leadership with the development and execution of leadership priorities.

• Provide strategic support to stakeholders across the agency by implementing industry best practices and development of programmatic and communications artifacts. 

• Conduct analysis, provide strategic recommendations, and develop policy and implementation packages to support several key initiatives to support long-term operational strategy and overall service delivery.

• Develop and manage information to support corporate decision making.

• Challenge and seek understanding if something does not make sense to ensure continuous improvement and innovation.

• Support the development and growth of junior team members through the apprenticeship model.

• Contribute to client development activities and internal corporate initiatives.
  

Qualifications:

• US Citizen (the nature of our contract requires employees be US citizens).

• Ability to obtain and maintain DHS HQ suitability required; current preferred.

• BA/BS degree required.

• DHS and/or government experience preferred.

• 5-7 years of relevant professional experience.

• Ability to multi-task and excel in a team environment.

• Strong leadership presence with a proven track record of driving consensus both internally and with external partners.

• Creative problem-solver with experience defining and communicating processes, addressing pain points, and introducing process improvements.

• Enjoy working in a highly collaborative and fast-paced team environment.

• Passionate for building strong cross-functional teams, coaching and mentoring members to deliver results and effectively structure large initiatives.

• Demonstrate good business acumen and experience.

• Have the ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments and comfort with ambiguity.

Who we are:
Padrón is an 8(a) Small Business and provides management consulting services across the national security enterprise and the private sector.  Our highest priority is partnering with our clients to deliver innovative and impactful solutions with a mission focused perspective. Our team has experience supporting high visibility projects within the Department of Homeland Security Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), National Trade Associations, and Fortune 50 companies.  Padrón has extensive experience across multiple government agencies and administrations. From concept to delivery, Padrón has directed large projects resulting in measurable value for our clients.

Qualified candidates should submit the form below and send a resume to recruiting@padronusa.com.