Program Protection Specialist

The Opportunity:  

Threats are everywhere, and the constantly evolving nature of these threats can make understanding them seem overwhelming to government agencies. In all of this “noise,” how can these organizations understand their risks and how to mitigate them? The answer is you—a program protection specialist who will break down complex threats into manageable plans of action.  

As a program protection specialist on our team, you’ll use your experience to work with government stakeholders and subject matter experts to discover their risks and develop a mitigation plan. You’ll review technical, environmental, and personnel details from subject matter experts, engineers, and security personnel to assess the entire threat landscape. Then, you’ll guide your client through a plan of action with presentations, white papers, and milestones. 

You’ll work with your client to translate security concepts, so they can make the best decisions to secure their mission critical systems. This is your opportunity to act as a security subject matter expert while broadening your skills in telecommunications. Work with us as we protect our governments critical information.  

Join us. The world can’t wait. 

You Have:

• 15+ years of experience with working in the DoD or the intelligence community

• Experience with developing security plans for an integrated security environment that will protect information throughout the life cycle of the program

• Experience with 5205.07 Volumes 1-4

• Knowledge of activities used to ensure comprehensive and consistent protection strategies are incorporated into the planning and execution of technology programs

• Ability to analyze the development of critical program protection and write and review Security Classification Guides, OPSEC plans, or senior-level briefings

• Ability to oversee new programs, including analysis and product development

• Ability to translate security concepts for collateral, sensitive compartmented information (SCI) and Special Access activities

• TS/SCI clearance

• HS diploma or GED

Nice If You Have: 

• Possession of excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Possession of excellent time management skills

• Ability to obtain the Security Professional Education Development (SPeD) Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC) within 90 days of start date

• Bachelor's degree

Clearance: 

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; TS/SCI clearance is required.

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 $73,100.00 to $166,000.00 (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.

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.