Trade Compliance Specialist, Lead

Booz Allen Hamilton

. Apply expertise in export classifications and regulatory frameworks, including EAR and ITAR, across the export and import compliance lifecycle from product design through delivery .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $86,800 - $198,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Expertise in export classifications and regulatory frameworks, including EAR and ITAR, with a strong ability to analyze and implement trade compliance processes. Proven experience in building collaborative relationships and providing practical guidance on compliance requirements across various business units.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Export Controls ExperienceTrade Compliance Protocol DevelopmentProduct Classification Under EAR and ITARCross-Functional Stakeholder EngagementMicrosoft Excel and SharePoint Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Export ClassificationRegulatory FrameworksTrade Compliance AnalysisLicense Determination SupportCompliance Database ManagementExport License Application DraftingResearch and RecommendationsProcess ImprovementEncryption Item ClassificationInternal Investigations

Soft Skills

Diplomatic JudgmentInitiativeEffective CommunicationCollaborationPrioritization

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft SharePointDECCSSNAP-ROCRACE

Industry Keywords

EARITARInternational Trade ComplianceExport Control ResponsibilitiesCompliance AwarenessEnterprise EnvironmentStakeholder EngagementEthics TrainingRegulatory Environment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Apply expertise in export classifications and regulatory frameworks, including EAR and ITAR, across the export and import compliance lifecycle from product design through delivery
Lead intake and evaluation of product reviews for trade compliance inquiries
Provide guidance on product classifications and support license determinations
Build, refine, and maintain enterprise-wide trade compliance protocols
Partner with business units and program teams to operationalize trade control requirements in daily activities
Serve as a collaborative advisor who strengthens internal controls and drives compliance awareness
Translate complex export regulations into practical guidance for internal clients
Assist senior staff in developing exportability guidance
Ensure program managers and internal clients receive execution guidance and understand export control responsibilities
Classify products, software, and solutions for export, including encryption-controlled items under EAR and ITAR
Maintain export license files and records in the compliance database
Research export compliance issues and provide analysis and recommendations
Support development, implementation, and continuous improvement of international trade compliance programs, policies, and procedures
Support special projects and other departmental responsibilities

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of experience in export controls, including classifying products, software, or services for export
Experience building collaborative relationships with cross-functional stakeholders and influencing adoption of compliance controls
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 engaging effectively across teams
Ability to prioritize and manage competing tasks
Bachelor’s degree
Due to the nature of work performed within this facility, U.S. citizenship is required
Nice to have: Experience with DECCS, SNAP-R, OCR, and ACE
Nice to have: Experience classifying encryption items and solutions under EAR Part 740 and ITAR
Nice to have: Experience drafting export license applications and requests for license exemptions and exceptions
Nice to have: Experience embedding trade compliance protocols through stakeholder engagement, training, and process design
Nice to have: Experience conducting internal investigations, ethics training, or working in a regulatory or government environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health benefits
Life insurance
Disability benefits
Financial benefits
Retirement benefits
Paid leave
Professional development
Tuition assistance
Work-life programs
Dependent care
Recognition awards program for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of values
Identity verification process and fraud protection during hiring