Director, Digital Transformation Division

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for digital transformation? Do you have a proven track record of leading successful technology initiatives?

Ripple Effect is seeking an experienced data scientist to lead our emerging Digital Transformation Division, providing expert consulting services to NIH, CMS, and other federal government agencies. This role involves leading a team that is dedicated to advancing data analytics and visualization, implementing workflows, models and automations to improve business functionality, and delivering insights that inform policy and decision-making within the national digital sector.

If you are a forward-thinking leader with a strong background in technology and a desire to lead a high-performing team, we invite you to join us at Ripple Effect! We offer competitive compensation, a flexible work environment, and opportunities for professional growth and advancement.

Wondering why we are hiring both a Deputy Director and a Director for Digital Transformation? We have posted two positions because we want to be responsive to the level of the candidates that apply, but we are currently planning only to fill one of the roles. Check out the requirements for the Deputy Director role to see if you are better suited for that one, and feel free to apply to them both if you are not sure.

General Information

• Job Code: SHR-DM-06X
• Location: Ripple/Headquarters/HQ Rockville
• Employee Type: Exempt, Full-Time Regular
  (Ask our recruiters about flexible work arrangements)
• Telework: Partial
• Clearance: Public Trust
• Manager: Yes
• Number of Openings: 1
• Salary Range: $147,029 - $169,083 per year, and eligible for the executive career program (how we pay and promote)

Responsibilities

• Manages large projects and teams of programmers, data scientists, analysts, and other professional staff in support of government contracts.
• Designs and execute projects in collaboration with government stakeholders to identify data-driven solutions that address complex challenges.
• Analyzes large datasets to optimize policy development, improve operational efficiency, and enhance public services.
• Develops, refines, and advises on systems that comply with federal data security and privacy regulations.
• Leads the overall strategy, design, implementation and maintenance of new and existing systems, including researching new technologies and conducting feasibility studies.

• Advises clients on technical approaches (including meeting cadence, research approaches, resource needs, communication strategies, and data management) in a clear and actionable manner.

• Oversees and trains team on business requirements gathering, development, maintenance, testing, documentation and deployment process to ensure on-time delivery and high-quality.

• Develops a detailed solutions roadmap and project plan to track progress and manage changes in project scope, schedule and costs.

• Leads the development of processes and procedures that enhance effectiveness and efficiency of team's operations.

• Develops and maintains a pipeline of relevant proposal opportunities by refining relationships, vetting opportunities, leading proposals and overseeing the pricing and technical solutioning for proposals.

• Promotes the company and the division by contributing to recruiting, participating in networking events, presenting at professional meetings and actively developing networks.

• Develops metrics to monitor division's performance and provides coaching and mentoring to develop team and enable high performance on division projects.

• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Minimum Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field
• 17 years of relevant experience (e.g., digital transformation, technology consulting)
• 5+ years of experience in a leadership or managerial role
• 3+ years of experience in a government contracting environment

Basic Requirements

• Proven leader in developing and executing strategic plans for digital transformation initiatives
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, analyze, and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Familiarity with federal data management standards and compliance regulations
• Proven track record of delivering successful digital transformation projects
• Knowledge of machine learning techniques and statistical computer languages
• Strong understanding of AI and other emerging technologies and their impact on organizations
• Excellent leadership and management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a team
• Ability to cultivate relationships with clients and stakeholders at all levels
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills
• Experience managing budgets and allocating resources
• Knowledge of current and emerging technologies and industry trends, and ability to deliver knowledge through consulting projects
• Advanced ability to navigate, develop in, and train others on Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, Power Platform and the full Office suite

Skills that Set you Apart

• Master's or Doctoral degree in relevant field
• Prior leadership role in government contracting environment
• Proven experience engaging with technical and nontechnical audiences
• Record of fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement on teams
• Certifications in project management or digital transformation methodologies
• Experience with NIH or CMS projects
• Expertise in change management
• Experience with health, science, and-or research based agencies

If you don’t have all of the skills above, don’t be discouraged—no resume paints a complete picture of a person. There’s a good chance you’re more wonderful than you think, so please apply! 

About Ripple Effect 

Ripple Effect is an award-winning women-owned small business providing professional consulting and exceptional talent for federal, private, and non-profit clients. We deliver multi-disciplinary solutions across communications & outreach, research & evaluation, policy & program management, digital transformation, and strategic staffing solutions with a focus on science, research, and healthcare domains. 

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Benefits

Ripple Effect rewards our employees for their contributions to our mission in many ways, from competitive pay and exceptional benefits to a range of work/life programs based on your employment classification and personalized preferences.

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Ripple Effect is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, political affiliation, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation during the hiring process, please let us know by contacting our HR department at [email protected] or your recruiter. Eligibility for employment will be verified using E-verify.