A formerly great place to work - Lead Associate Booz Allen Hamilton Employee Review

3.0
9 Jun 2011
Recommend
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Pros

Fantastic benefits, good work life balance, interesting work. Booz Allen was once a great place to work for all these reasons and a competitive salary.

Cons

Since the Carlyle Group bought BAH in 2008, we have become more and more of a Defense Department focused staffing organization. This puts lots of pressure on billability, benefits, and the type of work we are allowed to do.

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5.0
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Pros

Usually no overtime. Diverse job assignments are available.

Cons

Many job assignments are at military sites, and must be done in person.

3.0
8 Jun 2026
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Pros

Strong mission-focused culture with meaningful work supporting national security missions. Great exposure to diverse projects, talented teammates, flexible work arrangements, and opportunities to develop skills across security, intelligence, cyber, and consulting. Benefits and professional development resources are solid.

Cons

The company culture and employee experience have changed significantly in recent years. Earlier years felt more mission-focused and employee-centered, while recent organizational shifts, government spending pressures, and increased emphasis on becoming a technology-focused company have created uncertainty for some employees. Frequent changes in priorities, restructuring, and business decisions can make job stability feel less predictable. Employees may sometimes feel disconnected from leadership, and concerns raised through HR or management channels do not always appear to result in meaningful action or transparency.

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