Trade Compliance Specialist, Lead

Trade Compliance Specialist, Lead In this role, you will apply deep expertise in export classifications and regulatory frameworks, including EAR and ITAR, to guide the full lifecycle of export and import compliance from product design through delivery. You will lead the intake and evaluation of product reviews for trade compliance inquiries, provide clear and actionable guidance on product classifications, and support license determinations that ensure alignment with complex regulatory requirements. Acting as a key owner of enterprise-wide trade compliance processes, you will build, refine, and maintain robust protocols that help safeguard the organization’s obligations in a rapidly evolving regulatory landscape. What You’ll Do Assist senior staff in developing exportability guidance to meet business needs as assigned Ensure program managers and internal clients receive necessary execution guidance and understand their export control responsibilities Classify products, software, and solutions for export purposes, with specialized expertise in encryption‑controlled items under EAR and ITAR Maintain export license files and records in the compliance database to accurately reflect current status Review and research export compliance issues raised by the business or senior management, and provide background analysis and recommendations for further action Provide analytical support for the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the international trade compliance program, policies, and procedures Help with special projects and other departmental responsibilities, as assigned You Have 5+ years of experience in export controls, with focus in classifying products, software, or services for export Experience building collaborative relationships with cross‑functional stakeholders and influencing adoption of compliance controls across various organizational roles Experience using Microsoft products, including Excel and SharePoint Ability to analyze, research, and assess international trade regulations Ability to establish, manage, and continuously improve trade compliance processes and protocols within an enterprise environment Ability to be diplomatic, exercise sound judgment and discretion, and show initiative Ability to work independently while also engaging effectively across teams; flexible in prioritizing and managing competing tasks Bachelor’s degree Nice If You Have Experience with DECCS, SNAP‑R, OCR, and ACE Experience classifying encryption items and solutions under EAR Part 740 such as ENC or license exception, and ITAR, including BIS encryption review and reporting requirements Experience drafting export license applications and requests for use of license exemptions and exceptions in the context of government or technology sectors Experience successfully embedding trade compliance protocols across enterprise operations through stakeholder engagement, training, and process design Experience conducting internal investigations, ethics training, or working in a regulatory or government environment Ability to display a collaborative, relationship‑oriented approach to compliance work Possession of strong interpersonal skills 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 $86,800.00 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. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Phase2 Technology