Program Analyst

Booz Allen Hamilton; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 87,000 - 198,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton is seeking a Program Analyst to support complex DoD programs from concept to completion, reviewing contracts and cost accounting while coordinating with SMEs, engineers, and contracting officers.

The role emphasizes clear communication, tactical planning with Microsoft tools, and delivering reports to improve program performance within budget. A Secret clearance and a bachelor’s degree are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 12+ years of professional experience.
• Experience managing technical projects.
• Experience creating project management plans.
• Experience developing DoD documentation per regulations.
• Experience advising upper management.
• Experience planning and developing reports.
• Experience analyzing programs and advising on improvements.
• Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Review contracts and project cost accounting.
• Support development of program documentation per DoD directives.
• Coordinate with SMEs, technical directors, engineers, and contracting officers.
• Prepare and present reports to improve program development and execution.
• Communicate to ensure program goals are met and quality standards maintained.
• Assist in tactical planning using Microsoft tools.

Skills

Program management

DoD regulations

Contract review

Cost accounting

Advising management

Reporting & analysis

Communication

Secret clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Program Analyst The Opportunity

As a Program Analyst, 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 an experienced Program Analyst like you who can help ensure success through careful analysis and effective communication. On our team, you’ll implement and maintain organizational programs in support of our client’s strategy. You’ll work with key stakeholders to review contracts and project cost accounting. You’ll help with tactical planning using resources like Microsoft tools, and regular interactions with SMEs, technical directors, engineers, and contracting officers. 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 ensure our customer accomplishes its program goals within budget as we improve warfighter communications. Join us. The world can’t wait.

You Have:

• 12+ years of experience working in a professional environment
• Experience with project management on technical projects
• Experience creating project management plans
• Experience assisting and supporting the development of recommended and required program documentation according to DoD regulations and directives
• Experience serving as an advisor to upper-level management
• Experience planning, coordinating, and developing comprehensive reports to improve the overall development and execution of organizational programs
• Experience conducting quantitative or qualitative analysis and evaluation of programs, and providing management with information about improving initiatives and strategic plans
• Secret clearance
• Bachelor's degree

Nice If You Have:

• Experience writing and editing technical articles, publications, or presentations
• Experience with telecommunications project management
• Experience with strategic planning
• Knowledge of project financials
• Knowledge of the DoD acquisition process
• Ability to write technical specifications, reports, brochures, or manuals for internal documentation, customer reference, or publication
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively on research findings, technical developments, and other information to a wide range of external audiences
• TS/SCI clearance
• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification
• 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

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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 $86,900.00 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

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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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