Open Source Research and Strategy Specialist, Senior

The Opportunity: 

Are you passionate about managing high-performing teams, analyzing complex processes, and driving impactful decision-making? Whether it’s process improvement, performance measurement, or business management analysis, it comes down to one thing: learning how an organization or team works and making it better. Although many companies know where they want to go, getting there can be a challenge. Thankfully, that’s what you do: improve the systems that move entire organizations forward. It’s why we’re looking for someone like you—an organizational transformation and change specialist who can identify long term goals and create the processes needed to achieve them. 

  

This is an opportunity to create efficiency in government. As an organizational transformation and change specialist, you’ll use your expertise to help your team assess how alterations will impact business processes and design to develop a strategy plan to evolve and improve your client’s capabilities. From unrealized potential to systemic challenges, your team will provide your client with a holistic view of their organization to transform their practices. 

  

Work with us as we lead change in government. 

  

Join us. The world can’t wait. 

  

You Have: 

• 8+ years of experience managing high-growth teams or projects

• 3+ years of experience with risk assessment and management, including exposure to foreign ownership, control, and influence (FOCI)

• Experience leading teams effectively while rapidly learning and adapting to new analytical processes and methodologies 

• Experience with process improvement and value creation through the development or evolution of complex workflows

• Experience assessing and translating complex risk factors into actionable recommendations for key stakeholders

• Experience using Microsoft Power Apps, Word, and Teams to manage projects and communicate findings

• Ability to communicate concisely and effectively to senior leadership

• Secret clearance

• Bachelor’s degree in International Affairs, Political Science, or Security Studies

Nice If You Have: 

• Experience in military leadership, including combat arms, counterintelligence, intel, or Criminal Investigation Division roles 

• Experience with security risk taxonomies and OPSEC procedural oversight

• Experience planning for and executing strategic initiatives, including data integration and automated analytical tools to optimize processes

• Experience providing expert-level briefings to external stakeholders or senior leaders across departments

• Ability to pay strict attention to detail in both analytical and leadership contexts

• Possession of excellent organizational, prioritization, and decision-making skills

• TS/SCI clearance

• Master’s degree in International Affairs, Political Science, Security Studies, or a related field

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 application process, 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.

Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.

• If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you’ll periodically work from a Booz Allen or client site facility.
• If this position is listed as onsite, you’ll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific 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.