Emerging Technologies Researcher
The Opportunity:
- Develop, implement and assess specific new and emerging technologies, platforms, and services.
- Apply leading-edge principles, theories, and concepts and contribute to the development of new principles and concepts.
- Work on unusually complex problems and provides highly innovative solutions.
- As the Emerging Technologies Researcher, you will lead research and architectural evaluation efforts to identify innovative solutions that support agency modernization.
- This role involves translating complex technical concepts, such as Artificial Intelligence, quantum computing, and edge architectures, into actionable insights for senior leadership.
- The primary focus is to ensure that technological integrations directly enhance core mission operations and address complex border security challenges through advanced infrastructure modernization.
What You'll Work On:
- Technology Research: Conduct comprehensive research into emerging technologies, including agentic AI, multi-agent systems, and spatial computing, to evaluate their feasibility and benefit to agency operations.
- Content Development: Author technical white papers, architectural assessments, and strategic roadmaps that detail the potential impact of new solutions.
- Executive Briefings: Develop and deliver high-level briefings for senior leadership, providing clear, data-driven recommendations for technology adoption.
- Ad-Hoc Technical Support: Provide rapid-response analysis on complex, evolving technical topics and taskers as required by the mission.
- AI Governance: Assist in the development of frameworks for the ethical and effective governance of AI systems within the federal environment.
- Mission Alignment: Ensure all research and proposed technical integrations are strategically aligned with the goals of enhancing CBP infrastructure and mission effectiveness.
- Federal Compliance: Ensure all deliverables and research methodologies adhere to federal standards, security protocols, and documentation requirements.
Join us. The world can't wait.
You Have:
- Experience researching and evaluating emerging technologies, including AI, Edge Computing, or Quantum
- Experience with technical writing and producing white papers, decks, and strategic reports for government or enterprise clients
- Experience with AI governance frameworks and the implementation of large-scale AI solutions
- Knowledge of federal IT standards, Enterprise Architecture (EA) frameworks, and government procurement processes
- Ability to manage ad-hoc, high-priority taskers in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to provide actionable insights for infrastructure modernization
- Ability to present complex technical concepts to technical and non-technical senior executives
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust or Suitability/Fitness determination based on client requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a Computer Science or Information Technology field and 8+ years of experience in technical project management or technology strategy, or 10+ years of experience in technical project management or technology strategy in lieu of a degree
Nice If You Have:
- Experience with Customs and Border Protection Agency mission
- Experience working directly with Federal Executive-level Staff
- Knowledge of federal Executive Orders, presidential directives and their compliance and operational implications on a federal organization
Vetting:
- Applicants selected will be subject to a government investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements of the U.S. government client.
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 $99,000.00 to $225,000.00 (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.