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Program Management Specialist, Senior
The Opportunity:
On our team, you'll implement and maintain organizational programs in support of the Technical Director. You'll work with key stakeholders to review technical proposals, assist with Science and Technology (S&T) management, gather information and develop Program Objective Memorandum (POM), assist with the development, administration, and tracking of technology transfer and delivery agreements. You'll help with tactical planning using resources like Word, PowerPoint, and suite of office tools, as well as program specific Power BI tools. You'll have regular interactions with Subject Matter Experts, schedulers, customers, project analysts, technology developing agencies, and the S&T community.
This role focuses on operational excellence through comprehensive Program & Financial Management and continuous workflow refinement. You will evaluate existing organizational frameworks to uncover operational bottlenecks, skill gaps, and friction points, breaking down communication silos to establish transparent, cross-functional workflows. Additionally, you will design, document, and deploy standardized operational processes to transform fragmented systems into operational success. A key responsibility includes intercepting and translating complex client requirements into clear, actionable tasks for the engineering and analysis teams to ensure seamless project execution.
At Booz Allen, we recognize that we must continuously grow as a team to bring the best support to our clients, so here you'll have all the resources to succeed. This is a chance to influence a meaningful mission while learning how to develop and maintain program strategy.
Join us. The world can't wait.
You Have:

• 5+ years of experience in technical program management, organizational advising, or operational restructuring
• Experience with process improvement or strategic planning
• Experience mentoring personnel, resolving conflicts, and motivating teams through organizational change
• Experience with MS Office Suite and data visualization tools such as Power BI
• Ability to manage and prioritize workload with minimal supervision
• Ability to communicate straightforward, articulately, and assertively to manage difficult conversations up and down the chain of command
• Secret clearance
• Bachelor's degree

Nice If You Have:

• Experience supporting S&T programs
• Experience navigating the DoD PPBE process, including developing POM submissions
• Experience working within a team environment, quickly diagnosing dynamics, and successfully discussing corrective action plans with the client for buy-in
• Experience using Microsoft Project, Visio, or Tableau
• Knowledge of DoD technology development
• Knowledge of Agile methodologies
• Possession of strong verbal and written communications skills
• Top Secret clearance
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or Prosci Certified Change Manager Certification

Clearance:
Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Secret clearance is required.
Compensation
At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen's benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.
Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $77,600.00 to $176,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen's total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.
Identity Statement
As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.
Candidate AI Usage Policy
AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.
Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration, whether it occurs in person or virtually. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings.

• Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.
• Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility.
• Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.