Rory McGuire
@rorymcguire
Strategic operations leader driving organizational transformation, executive partnership, and measurable results.
What I'm looking for
I am a strategic and execution-focused leader with 10+ years helping CEOs and senior executives translate vision into operating plans and tangible outcomes across government, private, nonprofit, and education sectors. I have led enterprise-wide initiatives spanning SaaS adoption, AI, cloud migration, cybersecurity, organizational redesign, KPI/OKR development, and scaled operations from 8 to 44 concurrent projects while growing program budgets substantially.
I serve as a trusted advisor and high-impact partner to C-suite leaders, crafting executive-ready narratives, designing leadership operating rhythms, and building dashboards and prioritization frameworks that inform decisions. Recognized for integrity, discretion, and measurable impact, I combine strategic planning, operational excellence, and cross-functional influence to deliver technology adoption, business operations, and culture-building outcomes.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Executive Vice President
Zeichner Risk Analytics
Dec 2021 - Mar 2025 (3 years 3 months)
Led enterprise strategy and operations across 40+ concurrent projects, scaling client program budget from ~$15M to ~$50M and improving cross-functional alignment for senior executives.
Senior Associate
Zeichner Risk Analytics
Feb 2016 - Dec 2021 (5 years 10 months)
Advised Fortune 200 firms and federal agencies on technology, cybersecurity, and operations; developed dashboards and prioritization frameworks to inform executive decision-making.
Americas Enterprise Risk Intern
Control Risks
Sep 2015 - Feb 2016 (5 months)
Contributed to enterprise risk and resilience projects supporting regional marketing and analysis efforts for client engagements.
Program Assistant
Elliott School of International Affairs
Aug 2013 - Dec 2015 (2 years 4 months)
Managed security policy program operations, supported proposal and grant writing, and maintained executive relationships to support program delivery.
Research Intern
Navanti Group
May 2014 - Dec 2014 (7 months)
Supported research for Iraq and countering violent networks teams, producing analysis to inform policy and program decisions.
Legislative Intern
Senate Foreign Relations Committee
Sep 2013 - Dec 2013 (3 months)
Supported committee work with research and administrative tasks related to foreign policy legislative processes.
Supported talent acquisition and internal stakeholder engagement with confidential recruiting processes and process improvement initiatives.
Operations Coordinator
Francis Ouimet Scholarship Fund
Feb 2011 - May 2012 (1 year 3 months)
Coordinated nonprofit operations including fundraising, board engagement, communications, and events to support scholarship program delivery.
Data Steward
Ropes & Gray LLP
Dec 2009 - Oct 2010 (10 months)
Managed and stewarded firm data assets in a temporary role, ensuring data quality and compliance with internal standards.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
The George Washington University - Elliott School of International Affairs
Master of Arts, Security Policy Studies
Completed a Master of Arts in Security Policy Studies with coursework and program administration experience tied to security and policy analysis.
Vanderbilt University
Bachelor of Arts, Communication Studies
Earned a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies with emphasis on strategic communications and program support.
University of St. Andrews
Study Abroad, Medieval History
Participated in a study abroad term focused on Medieval History during Fall 2007.
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