Program Action Officer

Booz Allen Hamilton; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 55,200 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton is seeking a highly driven Program Action Officer to provide direct, day‑to‑day support to a USN Government Program Manager within a fast‑paced DoN mission area. This execution‑focused role coordinates across stakeholders, generates staff products, tracks actions and deliverables, and keeps program activities synchronized.

The ideal candidate brings DoW/DON and acquisition experience, understands tactical data and sensor integration, and produces senior‑level outputs while

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience supporting DoW or DON missions.
• 3+ years of experience in DON acquisition.
• Knowledge of tactical data flows, sensor integration, and/or connected military operations.
• Ability to produce senior‑level staff documents and manage multi‑stakeholder coordination.
• Top Secret clearance.
• Bachelor's degree.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate across stakeholders, generate staff products, track actions and deliverables and keep program activities synchronized on behalf of the PM.
• Communicate effectively to ensure the program achieves its goals and meets quality standards.
• Develop and maintain program strategy in collaboration with the team.

Skills

DoW/DON missions experience

DON acquisition

Tactical data flows

Sensor integration

Multi-stakeholder coordination

Top Secret clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Join a culture of emplowerment and connectivity.

Develop your craft

Learn the skills you need to accelerate your career.

Discover benefits that your life and work.

Innovate with intention

Build mission‑ready tech that protects the nation.

Booz Allen is seeking a highly driven Program Action Officer to provide direct, day‑to‑day support to a USN Government Program Manager within a fast‑paced Department of the Navy (DoN) mission area. This role is execution‑focused: you will coordinate across stakeholders, generate staff products, track actions and deliverables, and keep program activities synchronized on behalf of the PM. The ideal candidate brings strong Department of War (DOW)/DON and acquisition experience, understands tactical data and sensor‑integration environments, and excels at producing polished, senior‑ready outputs while managing complex operational and technical details.

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.

Join us. The world can’t wait.

You Have:

• 6+ years of experience supporting DoW or DON missions
• 3+ years of experience in DON acquisition
• Knowledge of tactical data flows, sensor integration, and/or connected military operations
• Ability to produce senior‑level staff documents and manage multi‑stakeholder coordination
• Top Secret clearance
• Bachelor's degree

Nice If You Have:

• 10+ years of experience in the Navy or Marine Corps in uniform
• 5+ years of experience with the Intelligence Community
• Experience as a military staff action officer
• Experience supporting Joint Staff, Combatant Command, NAVSEA, or cross‑Service integration
• Knowledge of military targeting architecture
• TS/SCI clearance
• Master’s degree from a Senior Service War College

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Top 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 $55,200.00 to $126,000.00 (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.

Program Action Officer

The Opportunity:

Booz Allen is seeking a highly driven Program Action Officer to provide direct, day‑to‑day support to a USN Government Program Manager within a fast‑paced Department of the Navy (DoN) mission area. This role is execution‑focused: you will coordinate across stakeholders, generate staff products, track actions and deliverables, and keep program activities synchronized on behalf of the PM. The ideal candidate brings strong Department of War (DOW)/DON and acquisition experience, understands tactical data and sensor‑integration environments, and excels at producing polished, senior‑ready outputs while managing complex operational and technical details.

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.

Join us. The world can’t wait.

You Have:

• 6+ years of experience supporting DoW or DON missions
• 3+ years of experience in DON acquisition
• Knowledge of tactical data flows, sensor integration, and/or connected military operations
• Ability to produce senior‑level staff documents and manage multi‑stakeholder coordination
• Top Secret clearance
• Bachelor's degree

Nice If You Have:

• 10+ years of experience in the Navy or Marine Corps in uniform
• 5+ years of experience with the Intelligence Community
• Experience as a military staff action officer
• Experience supporting Joint Staff, Combatant Command, NAVSEA, or cross‑Service integration
• Knowledge of military targeting architecture
• TS/SCI clearance
• Master’s degree from a Senior Service War College

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Top 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 $55,200.00 to $126,000.00 (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.