Job Abstract

Key Role:

Support a Department of Defense (DoD) organization by collecting and organizing information required for preparation of documents, training materials, reference guides, studies, and reports. Provide technical edits to organizational documentation, manuals, reports, or other documents and presentations. Conduct and document research for DoD, national security, foreign policy, or international affairs topics of interest to the client’s mission. Author learning publications that draw from a variety of sources, including observations and reports from lessons learned across various databases. Assist with development of model templates for the organizational adoption and use in the dissemination of learning materials. Research and analyze large datasets and volumes of source material to discern meaningful insights and lessons learned that can be institutionalized into DoD-wide learning publications. Use strong writing, editing, and communication skills to analyze and present complex information in a format that is easy to read and understand. Develop innovative solutions to complex problems.

Basic Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience as a technical writer

• 5+ years of experience performing research, preparing studies, and conducting analyses on global defense, national security, foreign policy, or international affairs topics, issues, and initiatives

• 5+ years of experience writing clear, concise, and accurate documents, technical specifications, reports, brochures, manuals, or publications for external audiences

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

• Ability to communicate research findings, technical developments, and information to various external audiences

• Ability to work with senior leaders, respond to changing priorities, and adapt writing style to various audiences

• Ability to work in a collaborative team environment and independently with minimal guidance

• Ability to obtain a security clearance

• Master’s degree in English or Political Science and International Affairs

Additional Qualifications:

• Experience with consulting, including government consulting

• Experience as a published writer of professional articles or journals

• Experience teaching courses of instruction in a classroom environment

• Experience with leading and facilitating large-group meetings

• Experience developing presentations and briefings for use by senior leaders

• Knowledge of Department of Defense organizations, culture, and processes

• Knowledge of various style guides and rules of grammar and punctuation

• Possession of excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Secret clearance

• Doctorate degree in English or Political Science and International Affairs

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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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.

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.