Secure Space Technical and Physical Security SME, Senior Manager

The Opportunity:

This position serves as the Subject Matter Expert within the Secure Space Operations Group (SSOG). SSOG supports secure space strategic planning and specializes in ICD 705, TEMPEST, and Department of Defense secure space retrofits and construction. The Senior SME provides technical leadership and authoritative guidance across the full lifecycle of planning, design, construction, and accreditation for a portfolio of SCIFs, SAPFs, Restricted Areas, and DoD Collateral Open Storage facilities. With a large existing portfolio of Secure Spaces, and many ongoing projects, the Senior SME will manage complex, concurrent efforts and partner closely with Booz Allen stakeholders, including leadership, government sponsors, and program managers and align cross agency requirements to deliver integrated secure space solutions.

The SME also plays a key role in building the security workforce by managing physical and technical security SMEs and by developing CSSO, CPSO, and FSO staff across Industrial and Program Security. The role drives standardization of artifacts and processes and provides authoritative guidance to strengthen performance and alignment across the security workforce.

Join us. The world can't wait.

You Have:

• 15+ years of experience in secure facilities construction, secure space program management, and industrial security
• Experience simplifying complex workflows and driving transformational change to increase efficiency and compliance across secure space projects
• Experience with the construction project lifecycle
• Knowledge of ICD 705, TEMPEST fundamentals, and 32 CFR Part 117 governing DoD Collateral spaces
• Ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams across design, build, test, and accreditation phases
• Ability to interpret and technically review architectural, mechanical, electrical, and low voltage drawings against government standards
• Ability to influence and communicate with senior stakeholders across government sponsors, program leadership, facilities, and enterprise technology
• Ability to travel to CONUS locations up to 25% of the time
• Top Secret clearance
• Bachelor's degree

Nice If You Have:

• Experience with security hardware, GSA security containers, access control, intrusion detection systems, acoustics, and multiple aspects of physical security

• Experience with cost estimation, schedules, networks infrastructure, and approval processes specific to secure spaces

• Experience serving as or developing Site Security Managers and guiding responsibilities across construction phases
• Knowledge of field testing and commissioning for TEMPEST, acoustic performance, and physical security measures

• Ability to deliver cost saving designs that meet government standards while optimizing lifecycle value
• TS/SCI clearance
• SPeD SAPPC, AP, ASIS CPP, PSP or equivalent certification

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.

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.