BackStrategic Planner
@ CGI
Position Description:
CGI Federal is seeking a Strategic Planner to support a multidisciplinary team in delivering mission‑critical capabilities, strengthening governance, and driving innovation for a federal client. The ideal candidate is a motivated self‑starter with experience planning and coordinating a broad range of government projects, including developing POA&Ms and supporting key program initiatives.
This position is located in one of CGI Federal's offices in Fairfax, VA, Lebanon, VA, Lafayette, LA or Knoxville, TN; however, a hybrid working model is acceptable. You will be required to work in a CGI Federal office two days per week.
Your future duties and responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain strategic plans to guide program execution and mission objectives.
- Align strategic planning efforts with client goals, organizational priorities, and evolving operational needs.
- Collaborate with Project Leads, Business Analysts, and SMEs to ensure coordinated execution across program timelines.
- Support development of POA&Ms for client initiatives.
- Prepare executive‑level briefings, decision memos, and strategic materials.
- Ensure strategic plans incorporate technical, operational, and budget considerations.
Qualifications:
Required qualifications to be successful in this role:
- Due to the nature of the government contract requirements and/or clearance requirements, US citizenship is required as well as successful passing of CGI background check prior to beginning work. In addition, candidates must have ability to obtain and maintain a DHS/CISA EOD/Public Trust clearance.
- Experience in strategic planning and roadmap development.
- Background in lifecycle maintenance or systems sustainment.
- Ability to analyze business processes and operational workflows.
- Ability to work with government stakeholders and translate mission needs into actionable plans.
- Proficiency with project planning methodologies and formal planning frameworks.
- Ability to produce structured roadmaps, POA&Ms, and high‑quality documentation.
- Strong communication and cross‑team collaboration skills.
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple concurrent tasks.
Desired Qualifications:
- Project Management Professional (PMP).
- Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or Scrum Fundamentals Certified (SFC).
Skills:
- Active listening&understanding
- Communications Management
- English
- Integrated planning
- Planning
- Logistics
How to Apply:
Apply online at: https://www.cgi.com/en/careers
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Location: Lafayette, LA and other CGI locations
Date Posted: August 27, 2026
Application Deadline: September 28, 2026
Job Type: Full-time