Strategic Action Officer

Strategic Action Officer

The Opportunity:

As a Strategic Action Officer, you know the complexities of supporting a project from concept to completion. Many programs require a significant investment of limited resources, and it’s imperative to keep the project on a productive path. That’s why we need you, an experienced project management specialist who can help ensure success through careful analysis and effective communication.

On our team, you’ll implement and maintain organizational programs in support of the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA). You’ll work with key stakeholders to provide comprehensive and seamless technical and administrative support. You'll help with tactical planning using resources like Microsoft 365 and regular interactions with Office Leadership, SMEs, and fellow team members.

The real impact of project management comes from communication to ensure the program achieves its goals and meets our quality standards. 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.

Work with us and help make sure our key customer accomplishes its program goals as we improve technology for the warfighter.

Join us. The world can’t wait.

You Have:

• Experience conducting in-depth analyses of complex scientific, technological, and programmatic issues in conjunction with internal teams to inform strategic decision-making and provide recommendations to office leadership
• Experience developing strategic communications plans
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suites, including PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, and Planner
• Ability to collaborate with technical staff to develop and refine project strategies, milestones, and success metrics
• Ability to work with external partners to develop and nurture strategic partnerships
• Ability to multi-task and reprioritize continuously in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to track multiple action items to completion and oversee preparation of materials for submission to internal and external entities
• Ability to obtain a security clearance
• Bachelor’s degree

Nice If You Have:

• Experience working on Research and Development (R&D) or Science and Technology (S&T) portfolios
• Knowledge of trends, opportunities, and challenges in the biological and technological domains to inform strategic decision-making
• Ability to coordinate with internal team members to prepare high-level strategic documents, such as annual reports, strategic plans, and project summaries, for internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to organize internal events for office leadership initiatives
• Ability to coordinate with teams to ensure client priorities are met
• Possession of excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Top Secret clearance
• Master's degree in a biological, chemical, or related field

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Create Your Career:

Grow With Us

Your growth matters to us—that’s why we offer a variety of ways for you to develop your career. With professional and leadership development opportunities like upskilling programs, tuition reimbursement, mentoring, and firm-sponsored networking, you can chart a unique and fulfilling career path on your own terms.

A Place Where You Belong

Diverse perspectives cultivate collective ingenuity. Booz Allen’s culture of respect, equity, and opportunity means that, here, you are free to bring your whole self to work. With an array of business resource groups and other opportunities for connection, you’ll build your community in no time.

Support Your Well-Being

Our comprehensive benefits package includes wellness programs with HSA contributions, paid holidays, paid parental leave, a generous 401(k) match, and more. With these benefits, plus the option for flexible schedules and remote and hybrid locations, we’ll support you as you pursue a balanced, fulfilling life—at work and at home.

Your Candidate Journey

At Booz Allen, we know our people are what propel us forward, and we value relationships most of all. Here, we’ve compiled a list of resources so you’ll know what to expect as we forge a connection with you during your journey as a candidate with us.

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 $75,600.00 to $172,000.00 (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.

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.

EEO Commitment

We’re an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that empowers our people to fearlessly drive change – no matter their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation, or related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.