Defense Mission Professional

Booz Allen; Quantico Base (VA); On-site; USD 87,000 - 198,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen is seeking a defense mission professional with extensive Marine Corps experience to shape and oversee the delivery of programs that support Marine Corps readiness and force generation. You will lead diverse teams, drive strategic outcomes, and collaborate with senior government and industry leaders to influence program directions.

Applicants must hold a TS/SCI clearance and a Bachelor's degree, with a proven ability to manage complex, multi‑year initiatives in a dynamic, fast‑paced

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience with the Marine Corps developing and executing complex strategies and plans.
• Knowledge of Marine Corps force design, combat development, force generation, and force employment processes.
• Ability to lead teams of varying sizes and multiple concurrent programs.
• Ability to operate in a fast tempo environment and adapt to changing requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead high‑performing teams of vast capabilities and oversee program performance.
• Shape, capture, manage, and oversee delivery of services and solutions for Marine Corps missions.
• Influence strategic direction and communicate with senior government and industry leaders.
• Drive continuous process improvement initiatives to deliver with excellence.

Skills

Marine Corps experience

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Program/project oversight

Communication with senior officials

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Defense Mission Professional The Opportunity:

As a defense mission professional, you ask questions others don’t. You understand the nuances of complex situations. You use your skills to think bigger and push further, solving complex problems. We’re looking for an expert like you to drive solutions for missions that keep our nation safe. On our team, you’ll leverage your knowledge of the Marine Corps mission and organization to shape, capture, manage, and oversee the delivery of services and solutions to help solve the Marine Corps' most complex and pressing challenges. You’ll apply your insights and understanding of the Marine Corps’ strategic direction to contribute to business strategies and plans. You’ll form and lead high-performing teams of vast capabilities, oversee program or project performance, and implement continuous process improvement initiatives to deliver with excellence. Work alongside thought leaders in advising, analytics, and digital solutions to improve Marine Corps readiness and force generation. You’ll engage strategically with senior government and industry leaders to influence program or project directions and develop and implement strategies to achieve desired outcomes. You’ll also integrate mission, analytical, and technical capabilities and apply innovation to design and manage the execution of program or project plans and controls to achieve end‑state vision, goals, and objectives. Join us. The world can’t wait.

You Have:

• 15+ years of experience with the Marine Corps Experience developing and executing complex strategies and plans to achieve an outcome or vision
• Knowledge of Marine Corps force design, combat development, force generation, and force employment processes
• Ability to demonstrate leadership in forming, developing, and employing teams with vast backgrounds and capabilities to achieve common goals, lead teams of varying size and multiple concurrent programs or projects of varying complexities, and meet or exceed standards
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast‑tempo, dynamic environment, and adjust rapidly to changing direction or requirements
• Ability to balance long‑term and short‑term priorities and competing requirements while meeting objectives
• Ability to interface and communicate effectively with senior government officials, and develop persuasive and compelling positions and deliver them in written or verbal formats to executive and senior‑level audiences
• Ability to shape and influence the strategic direction of programs and initiatives
• TS/SCI clearance
• Bachelor's degree

Nice If You Have:

• Experience in leadership positions as a commissioned officer, senior non‑commissioned officer, or senior‑level DoD government official in support of Headquarters Marine Corps or Marine Corps operationally‑focused commands
• Master'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.

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 $86,800.00 to $198,000.00 (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

• 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 or customer facility, in alignment with your leadership’s expectations and the needs of the role.
• Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed full‑time at a 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.

About Booz Allen

Booz Allen is an advanced technology company. We build commercial‑grade products and solutions for America’s most critical defense, civil, and national security priorities.

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.

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