Post Quantum Cryptography Project Control… at Booz Allen · Alexandria

Post Quantum Cryptography Project Control Specialist

Location: Alexandria, VA

Post Quantum Cryptography Project Control Specialist

The Opportunity:

When our country’s cybersecurity is on the line, simply reacting is not enough—we need a plan. And when that plan needs to support the Department of War's cybersecurity policy, we need strategic policy development. That’s why we need you, a Post Quantum Cryptography Project Control Specialist with the expertise required to analyze the policies that determine our cyber resilience.

As a cyber strategic planning and policy development specialist on our team, you’ll lead the assessment of DoW CIOs current cyber policies, the coverage of those policies, and areas of risks. You’ll evaluate how policies stack up to regulations, best practices, and industry standards. As you guide your client through understanding acceptable risk and availability, you’ll advance the development of a strategic cyber roadmap. You’ll work to ensure the client operates securely as they navigate an evolving IT environment.

Work with us as we secure the Department of War's networks through strategic cyber policy development.

Join us. The world can’t wait.

You Have:

• Experience with team leadership, including tracking, coordinating, and communicating tasks and due dates on delivery schedule

• Experience integrating activities across organizations, compiling supporting data, producing final reports and memoranda, and providing developmental support to client and stakeholders

• Experience with an enterprise task management system

• Experience supporting and communicating with senior leaders

• Experience developing briefings, talking points, and presentations for clients

• Knowledge of the Department of War and its components

• Knowledge of cybersecurity policies and principles

• Ability to balance multiple workstreams and work collaboratively across teams

• TS/SCI clearance

• Master’s degree and 12+ years of experience in a professional work environment, or 18+ years of experience in a professional work environment in lieu of a degree

Nice If You Have:

• Experience in the DoW CIO, OSW, or a Military Command

• Experience with Correspondence and Task Management System (CATMS)

• Knowledge of Post Quantum Cryptography (PQC)

• Possession of excellent verbal, written, and visual communication skills

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 $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.