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Slalom · 1 day ago

Client Partner - US Department of Homeland Security (DHS)

DC-Baltimore Area

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

$155K/yr - $205K/yr

7+ years exp

Slalom is a fiercely human business and technology consulting company that leads with outcomes to bring more value, in all ways, always. The Client Partner - US Department of Homeland Security will play a pivotal leadership role, focusing on account strategy and delivering innovative technology solutions to enhance the DHS mission and drive operational excellence.

CollaborationConsultingIT ManagementManagement ConsultingProject Management

Culture & Values

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Partner closely with the DHS Lead to execute account strategy across DHS components, with emphasis on building deep relationships and delivering measurable mission impact

Lead and expand Slalom’s presence across multiple DHS components; serve as a trusted advisor with deep expertise in at least one component (CBP, FEMA, USCIS, USCG, ICE, TSA, USSS, or CISA)

Identify, qualify, and shape new opportunities across DHS in alignment with Slalom’s strengths in data modernization, AI, cloud, and digital services

Develop and manage capture and proposal strategies, collaborating with business development and alliance partners (e.g., AWS, Salesforce, Google Cloud)

Support pipeline and revenue growth targets while emphasizing delivery excellence and customer satisfaction

Oversee engagement delivery, ensuring technical quality, mission relevance, and compliance excellence

Translate DHS mission challenges into innovative technology-enabled solutions that leverage Slalom’s capabilities in data, AI, and Salesforce/ServiceNow ecosystems

Lead account governance, issue escalation, and risk management to uphold client trust and project performance

Mentor and guide account team members, helping grow the next generation of DHS technology services leaders

Create a high-performing team culture that encourages curiosity, accountability, and authenticity

Collaborate with capability leaders across Slalom’s practices to drive cross-market pursuits and solution innovation

Qualification

Federal consulting experienceDHS component expertiseFederal capture managementTechnology transformationData platformsCloud architectureSalesforce capabilitiesAI/ML implementationMission-driven mindsetTransparencyInnovation orientationCommunicationRelationship-building skillsEmotional intelligenceIntegrity

Required

7-12+ years of experience leading federal consulting or technology engagements with demonstrated success in DHS

Knowledge of multiple DHS components and deep expertise in at least one (e.g., CBP, FEMA, USCIS, USCG, ICE, TSA, USSS, or CISA)

Proven success in federal capture management, proposal leadership, and account growth within complex government environments

Strong understanding of federal acquisition and compliance frameworks (FAR, IDIQ, BPA, GSA, etc.)

Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams across delivery, capture, and solutioning

Excellent communication and relationship-building skills across government, industry, and alliance partners

Experience in technology transformation programs involving data platforms, analytics, cloud architecture, or CRM modernization

Applicants must be able to pass a federal background investigation and meet suitability requirements for employment on a federal contract

Preferred

Familiarity with Data & AI service offerings, including: Data strategy and governance, modernization, and migration; AI/ML implementation, responsible AI, and advanced analytics for mission outcomes; DataOps, MLOps, and cloud-native architectures

Familiarity with Salesforce public sector capabilities, including: CRM modernization, constituent engagement, and case management; Salesforce Government Cloud, Service Cloud, and Experience Cloud solutions; Integration with legacy and modern federal systems

Salesforce or cloud certifications (Salesforce Certified Professional, AWS/Azure certifications) a plus

Prior experience leading capture or delivery within a federal consulting firm or system integrator

Active Public Trust or higher federal security clearance preferred