Job description
We are seeking a Change Management Specialist to help mission teams adopt new AI-enabled solutions. This role focuses on stakeholder engagement, communication planning, readiness assessments, and behavior change strategies that ensure successful adoption of new tools, workflows, and systems. This role is remote supporting a Quantico, VA customer. Local candidates preferred.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute change management plans for AI and digital transformation initiatives.
- Conduct stakeholder analysis, impact assessments, and readiness evaluations.
- Deliver communication materials, job aids, training content, and engagement activities.
- Partner with technical teams to translate complex capabilities into user-friendly messages.
- Support end-user adoption through workshops, demos, and continuous engagement.
- Track adoption KPIs and address resistance or challenges proactively.
Required Skills & Experience:
- 3–5 years of Microsoft Azure cloud engineering experience.
- 1–3 years of Azure AI, Azure OpenAI, or Microsoft Copilot configuration experience.
- 10+ years of technical experience.
- Strong understanding of cloud networking, IAM/Entra ID, storage, and automation.
- Secret clearance.
Desired Skills & Experience
- Experience with AI solution rollouts or cloud modernization efforts.
- Familiarity with federal or regulated environments.
Application Deadline: 1-30-2026
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The SMX salary determination process takes into account a number of factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories, relevant prior work experience, specific skills, education and certifications. At SMX, one of our Core Values is to Invest in Our People so we offer a competitive mix of compensation, learning & development opportunities, and benefits. Some key components of our robust benefits include health insurance, paid leave, and retirement.
The proposed salary for this position is:
$121,600—$204,200 USD
At SMX®, we are a team of technical and domain experts dedicated to enabling your mission. From priority national security initiatives for the DoD to highly assured and compliant solutions for healthcare, we understand that digital transformation is key to your future success.
We share your vision for the future and strive to accelerate your impact on the world. We bring both cutting edge technology and an expansive view of what’s possible to every engagement. Our delivery model and unique approaches harness our deep technical and domain knowledge, providing forward-looking insights and practical solutions to power secure mission acceleration.
SMX is an Equal Opportunity employer including disabilities and veterans.
Selected applicant may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification.
SMX does not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization or immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, E-2, E-3, L-1 and O-1, or any EADs or other forms of work authorization that require immigration support from an employer).
