Sinking Ship - Lead Associate Booz Allen Hamilton Employee Review

1.0
17 Mar 2015
Recommend
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Pros

The reputation of the firm is positive, particularly as a government contracting consulting firm.

Cons

The firm has lost its way. No longer does it build intellectual capital or invest in developing new ideas or people. It now puts 'butts in seats' as the phrase goes within the firm. It often does not even care if the staffing is best for the client - more often it must be best for the bottom line. Networking is challenging, the firms way of staying in touch is to remind employees to fill in time sheets and to take on line training. Leadership thinks more about how to structure itself to satisfy the needs of old time employees rather than to serve the interests of a dynamic marketplace. Sadly, Booz Allen is not investing. It is treating its business like a cash cow and milking it for all it is worth.

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Cons

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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

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