Visualization Lead

Job Family: Operational Effectiveness Consulting Travel Required: Up to 10% Clearance Required: Active Top Secret SCI with Polygraph What You Will Do: Produce high fidelity visual products—including executive briefings, dashboards, and infographics—that translate complex mission, intelligence, and operational data into clear, actionable insights. Design and maintain visual standards, reusable templates, and data driven storytelling frameworks that enhance comprehension, enable comparison of Courses of Action (COAs), and support strategic decision making. Partner closely with analysts, operators, and policy stakeholders to validate data accuracy and develop compelling visual narratives aligned with mission priorities. Deliver rapid turn visual products (e.g., PowerPoint decks, placemats, and executive summaries) in support of senior leadership, often under tight deadlines and shifting priorities. Ensure all visual outputs comply with IC classification, accessibility (e.g., Section 508), and presentation standards. Manage multiple concurrent requests from executive stakeholders, balancing competing priorities while maintaining high quality and attention to detail. Translate ambiguous or evolving requirements into structured, visually compelling deliverables that drive clarity and alignment. What You Will Need: An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED TS/SCI Federal or DoD security clearance with a COUNTERINTELLIGENCE (CI) polygraph Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visualization, Data Analytics, Communications, or related field (or equivalent experience) EIGHT (8) or more years of experience in visualization, graphic design, or data storytelling within the IC, DoD, or federal environment What Would Be Nice To Have: Master’s degree in Graphic Design, Visualization, Data Analytics, Communications, or related field (or equivalent experience) Advanced proficiency in PowerPoint and the Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop) or equivalent visualization tools Demonstrated ability to synthesize complex, technical, or operational information into clear, executive level visuals The annual salary range for this position is $113,000.00-$188,000.00. 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. 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