Instructional Designer (Security Training)

About the role

Booz Allen is looking for an Instructional Designer in Arlington to develop and deliver instructional materials for security, export control and engineering support staff, integrating computer-based tools and graphics. The role covers classroom techniques, new curriculum, virtual instruction and facilitation, and coordinating training schedules across disciplines and international stakeholders.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and deliver instructional materials for security, export control and engineering support staff, using computer-based tools and graphics
• Facilitate a range of course formats so security personnel receive mission-ready training
• Lead Instructional Systems Design (ISD) work: classroom techniques, new curriculum, educational materials and virtual instruction and facilitation support
• Coordinate, monitor and manage training schedules across multiple disciplines and with multiple international stakeholders
• Support reviews and assessments of multinational training activities to confirm consistent application of training objectives and learning outcomes
• Work independently without considerable direction

Required profile

• 10+ years of experience performing instructional design tasks using the ADDIE method and adult learning methodologies
• 5+ years designing instructor-led and web-based training
• Experience reviewing course guides, materials or policies as a technical writer for compliance, clarity and formatting
• Experience developing security training materials, including in-person, virtual and static or booth displays
• Experience analyzing trend data to identify competency shortfalls and building mitigation strategies into curriculum and evaluation tools
• Experience developing, implementing and tracking annual security training programs with trend analysis
• Ability to coordinate across government, contractor and external stakeholders, prepare briefings, reports, SOPs and official correspondence, and lead a team in fast-paced classified environments
• Secret clearance; applicants are subject to a security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for classified information access
• Bachelor's degree; completion of the Developing a Security Education and Training Program (GS104.16) course

Nice to have

• Team leadership experience with a globalized audience, including foreign partners, and administrative duties such as scheduling security meetings and events
• Knowledge of security protocols, the Arms Export Control Act (AECA), Foreign Military Sales (FMS), international relations policy, DoDM 5205.07 and ICD 705
• Diplomatic communication with U.S. and foreign government officials and representatives of various cultures
• Ability to obtain the Acquisitions and Contracting Basics in the NISP (IS123.16), Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC) or Physical Security Certification (PSC) before hire
• Master's degree, Adult Learning Theories and Implementation certification, and ability to work independently with minimal supervision

What we offer

• Projected salary range of $86,800 to $198,000 annually, depending on location, qualifications and experience
• Health, life, disability, financial and retirement benefits, paid leave, professional development and tuition assistance
• Recognition awards program for exceptional performance