[Remote] Principal Consultant - AI Strategy & Advisory

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Maximus is seeking a Principal Consultant – AI Strategy to lead strategic AI engagements with State, Local, and Education (SLED) agencies. This role involves collaborating with government executives to define AI strategies and build realistic AI roadmaps, ensuring that advisory work is grounded in scalable capabilities.ResponsibilitiesLead executive-level AI strategy discussions with SLED leaders, including CIOs, CDO's and program executivesHelp agencies assess AI readiness and maturity, including data readiness, governance, workforce implications, and risk considerationsGuide agencies in identifying and prioritizing AI use cases that support mission outcomes in areas such as eligibility and enrollment, health and human services, customer contact centers, workforce programs, and compliance operationsDevelop practical, phased AI roadmaps that balance innovation with public sector constraints (policy, procurement, security, fairness, explainability)Serve as engagement lead or senior advisor for AI strategy and advisory projects, accountable for quality and client satisfactionTranslate agency needs into actionable inputs for corporate AI and platform teamsCollaborate with delivery, analytics, and operations teams to support transition from strategy to executionHelp scope, structure, and price AI advisory engagements that are executable and outcome focusedWorks in partnership with CDIO leadership, AI Accelerator teams, and enterprise platform teams to align client recommendations with: Available and emerging AI capabilities, Enterprise governance and responsible AI standards, Scalable, reusable delivery modelsEnsure AI advisory solutions are implementable, not purely conceptual, and align to organizational delivery capabilitySupport and lead responses to AI advisory and consulting procurements for SLED agenciesContribute to proposal development, including AI strategy approaches, methodologies, and value propositionsPartner with Growth and Capture teams to shape opportunities early and align advisory offerings to client needsSkillsBachelor's degree in relevant field of study10+ years of relevant professional experience required10+ years experience in consulting, advisory, or strategy roles, with significant SLED or public sector exposureDemonstrated experience leading client facing strategy or advisory engagements, preferably involving technology enabled transformationExperience responding to or supporting consulting style RFPs/RFQsStrong working knowledge of AI concepts and trends (e.g., generative AI, automation, analytics), with the ability to apply them pragmaticallyExcellent executive communication skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts clearly to non technical audiencesMaster's degree preferredExperience advising state or local government agencies on technology strategy, analytics, or digital modernizationExperience working with or alongside enterprise technology organizations (e.g., CDIO, innovation hubs, AI centers of excellence)Familiarity with AI governance, risk management, and responsible AI concepts in regulated environmentsBackground in health and human services, eligibility and enrollment, citizen services, or large scale government programsBenefitsHealth insurance coverageLife and disability insuranceA retirement savings planPaid holidaysPaid time offShort- and long-term incentivesProgram-specific awardsCompany OverviewMaximus helps governments deliver on their mission with modern services that improve outcomes and citizen experiences. It was founded in 1975, and is headquartered in Mclean, Virginia, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is http://www.maximus.com/.Company H1B SponsorshipMaximus has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 9 in 2026, 39 in 2025, 39 in 2024, 50 in 2023, 42 in 2022, 36 in 2021, 42 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.