
Strategic Advisor & Engagement Lead, Federal
Isos Technology · United States
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- $180,000 / year
- United States
Job highlights
- Advise federal clients and lead engagements.
- Drive strategic outcomes and practice growth.
- Manage project delivery, financials, and risks.
- Apply AI and emerging technologies.
- Requires 4-8 years consulting experience.
About the role
Job Summary
Isos Technology is seeking a high-potential Strategic Advisor & Engagement Lead to support the growth and evolution of our Public Sector consulting practice. This individual will serve as both a trusted client advisor and an engagement leader, partnering closely with practice leadership to drive strategic client outcomes, delivery excellence, operational transformation, and practice growth. This role reports directly to the Director and will play an active role in influencing practice strategy, client growth opportunities, service evolution, and AI-enabled consulting innovation.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead strategic advisory engagements with Federal/SLED clients, serving as a trusted advisor and facilitating discovery, planning, alignment, and transformation discussions.
- Oversee client engagement delivery, including timelines, deliverables, risks, budgets, forecasting, staffing needs, communication, and overall engagement health.
- Partner across consulting and technical teams to translate complex business, organizational, and technology challenges into actionable plans and successful delivery outcomes.
- Support practice growth by identifying client needs, expansion opportunities, service improvements, and ways to scale delivery quality and operational effectiveness.
- Explore opportunities to apply AI and emerging technologies to improve consulting delivery, client outcomes, and practice innovation.
- Maintain a 60% utilization target while balancing delivery quality, client satisfaction, and profitability.
Ideal Candidate Background
- 4–8 years of consulting experience
- Active Secret Clearance or willingness to obtain one
- Must acquire Atlassian certification by passing two Atlassian Certified Professional exams and maintain them by achieving additional Atlassian CE Credits
- Experience in client-facing consulting roles
- Experience leading workstreams, projects, or small engagements
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- Preferred: Federal consulting experience, Organizational transformation experience, Change management exposure, Experience managing budgets or engagement financials, AI curiosity and experimentation, Experience supporting modernization initiatives, Exposure to Agile delivery or enterprise SaaS implementations
Key Competencies
- Executive presence with strong facilitation, communication, and relationship-building skills
- Strategic thinker who connects delivery to business goals and drives proactive improvement
- Proven experience managing project delivery, budgets, forecasting, risks, and cross-functional teams
- Skilled in business transformation, process improvement, stakeholder engagement, and problem solving
- AI-curious and adaptable, with a strong interest in AI-enabled operational transformation
- Technically fluent in Agile, SaaS/cloud environments, and enterprise delivery collaboration without being deeply technical
Other Things We Look For
- Entrepreneurial mindset with a desire for ownership, visibility, and helping shape growth initiatives
- Someone who thrives in a fluid and ever changing work environment
- Self-starter who is persistent, resourceful, and action-oriented in overcoming obstacles
- Strong influencer with the ability to build trust, navigate stakeholders, and align teams
- Creative problem solver who thrives in ambiguity and balances strategic thinking with adaptability
- Growth-oriented professional who is curious, coachable, ambitious, and receptive to feedback and mentorship
About Isos Technology
Isos Technology partners with organizations to streamline, optimize, and modernize the way they work. As an Atlassian Platinum Solution Partner, our solutions combine Atlassian technology, industry expertise, and operational best practices to drive impactful business outcomes for clients. Clients trust our experience in service management, cloud upgrades, enterprise strategy and planning, AI adoption, and support services to create lasting value. Founded in 2005, Isos has helped thousands of commercial and public sector clients transform how they work and unlock the full potential of their organization.
Compensation and Benefits
This position is primarily a work from home position and we consider applicants throughout the United States. We support pay transparency and the On-Target Earnings (OTE - which includes base salary, bonus, and other incentives) range for this position is between $110,000 - $180,000 combined plus a suite of employee benefits, paid time off, and a 401(k) plan with an employer contribution. Actual compensation can vary based on qualifications, experience, additional incentive opportunities, and geographic pay differentials.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
Isos Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, color, age, physical or mental disability, spousal affiliation, marital status, a serious medical condition, genetic information, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Candidates must be willing to participate in and successfully pass a background check and pre-employment drug testing and be authorized to work in the United States. Isos Technology is also an E-Verify participating employer.
Key skills/competency
- Strategic Advisor
- Engagement Lead
- Federal Consulting
- Organizational Transformation
- Client Advisory
- Practice Growth
- AI Innovation
- Stakeholder Management
- Agile Delivery
- Atlassian Certification
Skills & topics
- Strategic Advisor
- Engagement Lead
- Federal Consulting
- Public Sector
- Client Advisory
- Transformation
- AI
- Atlassian
- Consulting
- Secret Clearance
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight Federal/SLED consulting experience, client-facing roles, and project leadership.
- Showcase relevant skills: Emphasize strategic thinking, transformation, stakeholder management, and AI curiosity.
- Obtain Atlassian Certification: Demonstrate your commitment to their core technology.
- Express entrepreneurial spirit: Convey your desire for ownership and shaping growth.
- Prepare for interview: Be ready to discuss complex problem-solving and driving client outcomes.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the salary range for the Strategic Advisor & Engagement Lead Federal role at Isos Technology?
- The On-Target Earnings (OTE) for the Strategic Advisor & Engagement Lead Federal position at Isos Technology ranges from $110,000 to $180,000. This includes base salary, bonus, and other incentives, plus benefits, PTO, and a 401(k) plan. Actual compensation may vary based on qualifications, experience, and location.
- Is the Strategic Advisor & Engagement Lead Federal role remote or on-site?
- The Strategic Advisor & Engagement Lead Federal position is primarily a work-from-home role, with applicants considered throughout the United States. While remote, you may need to travel for client engagements as required.
- What type of clearance is required for the Strategic Advisor & Engagement Lead Federal position?
- An active Secret Clearance is required for the Strategic Advisor & Engagement Lead Federal role. Candidates must be willing to obtain one if they do not currently hold it.
- What are the key technical requirements for the Strategic Advisor & Engagement Lead Federal role?
- While deep engineering expertise is not required, technical fluency is important. You should be comfortable with Agile, SaaS/cloud environments, and enterprise delivery collaboration. A strong interest in AI and emerging technologies is also key. Additionally, obtaining Atlassian certifications is a requirement for this role.
- What is Isos Technology's approach to AI in consulting?
- Isos Technology actively explores opportunities to apply AI and emerging technologies to enhance consulting delivery, improve client outcomes, and drive practice innovation. Candidates with AI curiosity and a desire to experiment are highly valued for this role.
- What makes Isos Technology a good company to work for as a Strategic Advisor?
- Isos Technology offers the opportunity to shape the future direction of a growing public sector practice, work with innovative technologies like AI, and partner with clients to drive significant transformation. They emphasize an entrepreneurial mindset, ownership, and a dynamic work environment.
- How important is client-facing experience for the Strategic Advisor & Engagement Lead Federal role?
- Client-facing experience is crucial for the Strategic Advisor & Engagement Lead Federal role. The position requires you to serve as a trusted advisor, facilitate strategic discussions, and build strong relationships with Federal/SLED clients.