Trade Compliance Specialist, Lead

Join Booz Allen Hamilton as a Trade Compliance Specialist, Lead in McLean, Fairfax County, where you'll lead the strategic implementation of export control compliance and trade regulations for a dynamic organization serving critical government and commercial clients.

About the Role

As a Trade Compliance Specialist, Lead in our McLean headquarters, you'll take ownership of the export and import compliance lifecycle—from initial product classification through final delivery. This full-time position requires deep technical expertise in export control frameworks, particularly the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), combined with the leadership capability to guide teams, influence stakeholders, and ensure organizational compliance across all business units.

What You'll Do

• Direct the intake, review, and classification of products and technologies against applicable trade compliance regulations
• Lead comprehensive product evaluations and trade compliance inquiries to determine export control status
• Develop and communicate clear, actionable compliance guidance to internal teams across the organization
• Manage the complete trade compliance process from initial design and development stages through customer delivery
• Build and mentor a compliance team, establishing best practices and ensuring consistent application of regulations
• Assess compliance risks and recommend mitigation strategies to executive leadership
• Maintain current knowledge of evolving export control regulations and industry standards
• Coordinate with legal, business development, and operations teams on compliance matters

What We're Looking For

• Proven expertise in ITAR and EAR compliance with several years of progressive experience
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing compliance teams or functions
• Strong knowledge of export classification methodologies and regulatory frameworks
• Excellent communication skills—ability to translate complex regulations into practical guidance
• Strategic mindset with ability to influence across organizational levels
• Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in high-stakes compliance decisions
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience in a relevant field
• Active security clearance preferred

About Booz Allen Hamilton

Booz Allen Hamilton is a leading management and information technology consulting firm serving government and commercial clients. We help organizations solve their toughest challenges through intelligent insights, digital innovation, and world-class expertise.

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