Director, Consult Partner - State Local Government, California

Who We Are

At Kyndryl, we design, build, manage and modernize the mission-critical technology systems that the world depends on every day. So why work at Kyndryl? We are always moving forward - always pushing ourselves to go further in our efforts to build a more equitable, inclusive world for our employees, our customers and our communities.

The Role

*LOCATION: SACRAMENTO OR LOS ANGELES CALIFORNIA*

Kyndryl Consult is the fastest-growing business unit within the organization and is instrumental to our overall strategic growth objectives. We are seeking an exceptional Government Leader (Consult Partner) to drive large-scale digital transformation and technology modernization programs across State and Local Government agencies.

In this high-impact, individual contributor leadership role within a lean, senior team of five, you will serve as a trusted advisor to C-level state executives and department heads. You will be responsible for creating, positioning, and delivering strategic transformation agendas spanning enterprise IT infrastructure, cloud migration, cybersecurity, data integration, and operational modernization across the entire state umbrella.

Role Scope & Operating Model

• Primary Domain: Executive state government departments, cabinet-level agencies, state IT offices, and major municipal bodies.

• Secondary Scope: Selective engagement with Higher Education institutions and strategic public education systems as integrated components of state modernization agendas.

• Operating Model: High autonomy and complete self-starter independence. You will manage end-to-end client engagements, lead pre- and post-deal execution, navigate internal governance (pricing, risk reviews, commercial structuring), and pull in cross-functional technical resources without relying on direct junior support teams.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Growth & Business Development

• Drive significant commercial outcomes across State and Local government accounts through new consulting engagements, cloud migrations, and managed services transformation.

• Originate, scope, and close high-value consulting opportunities, overseeing end-to-end fee negotiations, profitability metrics, margin management, and risk mitigation.

• Navigate complex public sector procurement vehicles (e.g., RFPs, RFIs, sole-source justifications, NASPO, OMNIA, state-specific master purchasing agreements).

C-Suite & State Agency Engagement

• Serve as a primary trusted advisor to State CIOs, Chief Technology Officers, Cabinet Secretaries, Agency Directors, and Procurement Executives.

• Translate complex state policy goals, legislative mandates, and budget cycles (with specific focus on state fiscal year planning) into actionable IT transformation roadmaps.

• Establish strategic relationships across key state agency sectors, including:

  • Department of IT / Office of the CIO

  • Transportation & Infrastructure (e.g., Caltrans, State DOTs)

  • Health & Human Services / Public Health & Mental Health

  • Labor & Workforce Development

  • Housing & Community Development

  • Department of Tax & Revenue

  • Department of Corrections & Rehabilitation

• Provide executive oversight and strategic guidance to higher education and public sector educational entities where aligned with broader state IT priorities.

Practice Leadership & Independent Execution

• Lead complex client engagements from pre-deal strategy through post-deal implementation planning and delivery oversight.

• Demonstrate complete operational independence-managing account strategy, building commercial pricing models, executing risk reviews, and orchestrating matrixed technical expertise across Kyndryl.

• Foster thought leadership, driving industry eminence, white paper contributions, and brand presence across state government technology forums.

Kyndryl currently does not require employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, however, if you are hired to work at a client, customer, or partner location, you may be required to show proof of vaccinationto align with their respective COVID-19 vaccinationpolicies. Those who believe they are eligible may apply for a medical or religious accommodation prior to the start of employment.

Who You Are

You’re good at what you do and possess the required experience to prove it. However, equally as important - you have a growth mindset; keen to drive your own personal and professional development. You are customer-focused - someone who prioritizes customer success in their work. And finally, you’re open and borderless - naturally inclusive in how you work with others.

Required Skills and Experience

• Proven experience leading consultative technology sales, advisory services, or IT transformation programs within California State & Local Government.

• Success building relationships and closing complex technology agreements with State CIOs, agency executives, and public procurement leaders.

• Deep background in management or technology consulting with direct responsibility for driving revenue targets, profitability, and deal margins.

• Ability to independently manage end-to-end client strategies, deal pricing, and cross-functional teams in a lean environment.

• Experience with state public contracting laws, budget cycles, and regulatory frameworks including StateRAMP, FedRAMP, CJIS, and HIPAA.

• Experience working within top-tier management or technology consulting firms.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business, Information Technology, Public Administration, or a related field.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Leadership experience within government agencies (such as State CIO, Deputy CIO, or Agency IT Director) managing large-scale public sector modernization initiatives.

• Established network across California state agencies, municipalities, and educational institutions, with deep familiarity with California fiscal planning and budget cycles.

• Practical experience navigating public sector procurement vehicles, including RFPs, RFIs, NASPO, OMNIA, and GSA schedules.

• Proven track record leading digital equity initiatives, smart city programs, or public sector modernization efforts across multi-year sales cycles.

• Consulting experience at enterprise systems integrators or global management consultancies focused on public sector accounts.

• Exposure to public sector cloud ecosystems including Microsoft, Google Cloud, AWS, or Salesforce.

• Relevant public cloud certifications (e.g., AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud) or technology consulting credentials

The compensation range for the position in the U.S. is $159,240 to $286,560 based on a full-time schedule. Your actual compensation may vary depending on your geography, job-related skills and experience. Forpart time roles, the compensation will be adjusted appropriately. The pay or salary range will not be below any applicable state, city or local minimum wage requirement. There is a different applicable compensation range for the following work locations:

California: $175,080 to $343,920

This position will be eligible for Kyndryl’s discretionary annual bonus program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Kyndryl’s applicable plans. You may also receive a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical and dental coverage, disability, retirement benefits, paid leave, and paid time off. Note:If this is a sales commission eligible role, you will be eligible to participate in a sales commission plan in lieu of the annual discretionary bonus program. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Being You

Diversity is a whole lot more than what we look like or where we come from, it’s how we think and who we are. We welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. But we’re not doing it single-handily: Our Kyndryl Inclusion Networks are only one of many ways we create a workplace where all Kyndryls can find and provide support and advice. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you - and everyone next to you - the ability to bring your whole self to work, individually and collectively, and support the activation of our equitable culture. That’s the Kyndryl Way.

What You Can Expect

With state-of-the-art resources and Fortune 100 clients, every day is an opportunity to innovate, build new capabilities, new relationships, new processes, and new value. Kyndryl cares about your well-being and prides itself on offering benefits that give you choice, reflect the diversity of our employees and support you and your family through the moments that matter - wherever you are in your life journey. Our employee learning programsgive you access to the best learning in the industry to receive certifications, including Microsoft,Google, Amazon, Skillsoft, and many more. Through our company-wide volunteering and giving platform, you can donate, start fundraisers, volunteer, and search over 2 million non-profit organizations. At Kyndryl, we invest heavily in you, we want you to succeed so that together, we will all succeed.

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