Project Management Specialist

Location: San Diego, CA

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

Project Management Specialist

The Opportunity:

Are you searching for a position where you can use your project management and analysis skills to develop a project from concept to completion? A program requires significant investment of limited resources and with that constraint, you will need to keep the project on a productive path. That’s why we need you, a project management specialist who can help ensure success through careful analysis and effective communication.

On our team, you’ll provide technical project management expertise while supporting a DoD client in its establishment and management of enterprise-wide Commercial-off-the-Shelf (COTS) Information Technology (IT) products and services procurement vehicles. You’ll work with client leadership to manage cost, schedule, and performance as well as support development and execution of CIO-level IT Asset Management (ITAM) policy. You’ll also support Cybersecurity Supply Chain Risk Management (CSCRM) activities by reviewing cybersecurity and supplier-risk assessments, coordinating resolution of findings, and helping translate technical risk information into actionable recommendations for Government stakeholders.

In support of these efforts, you will be using tools like Microsoft Excel to analyze budgets and track information, collaborate to manage schedules, Microsoft Word to contribute to the development of contractual and other technical documents, and Microsoft PowerPoint to develop presentations. You’ll review CSCRM reports and supporting documentation for completeness, consistency, and alignment with applicable DoD cybersecurity and supply-chain risk requirements, including supplier vetting, software and hardware provenance, SBOM/HBOM information, and documented risk mitigation actions. The real power of project management comes from communication to ensure the Government 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 directly impact a meaningful mission, while growing your skills in program strategy. Work with us and help make sure our DoD acquisition programs accomplish their project goals within budget as we improve IT capabilities for the military.
 

Join us. The world can’t wait.

You Have: 

• Experience supporting project schedules, task tracking, and action item management

• Experience providing project or program management support in a government environment

• Experience reviewing technical, cybersecurity, risk, compliance, or assessment documentation and identifying gaps, inconsistencies, findings, or required follow-up actions

• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

• Knowledge of CSCRM principles and practices, including NIST SP 800-161, NIST SP 800-171, DFARS cybersecurity requirements, supplier vetting, supply-chain mapping, software and hardware provenance, SBOM and HBOM review, vulnerability information, risk mitigation, and residual-risk tracking

• Ability to work independently and in a team environment

• Ability to assist in preparing reports, presentations, and documentation for leadership and stakeholders

• Ability to communicate cybersecurity and supply-chain risk findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders and coordinate actions across Government, contractor, and vendor teams

• Secret clearance 

• Bachelor's degree 

Nice If You Have: 

• 2+ years of experience supporting cybersecurity risk management, CSCRM, third-party risk management, information assurance, or cybersecurity activities in a DoD or federal environment

• Experience supporting enterprise software agreement implementation

• Experience in optimizing acquisition of commercial off the shelf (COTS) IT hardware, software, and IT services

• Experience with government contract executions including acquisition law and DFAR regulations

• Experience in the development of Integrated Master Schedules, using Milestone Pro software suite, and using Microsoft project software suite

• Experience reviewing cybersecurity assessments, supplier-risk reports, technical risk analyses, or compliance documentation for completeness, accuracy, supporting evidence, and alignment with applicable Government requirements

• Possession of strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

• Possession of flexibility and adaptability skills for changing priorities and fast-paced environments

• CompTIA Security+, ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity (CC), Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP), Certified Third-Party Risk Professional (CTPRP), or cybersecurity, information assurance, or third-party risk management 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

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 $55,300.00 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.