Senior International Engagement Analyst

Description

SAIC is seeking a Senior International Engagement Analyst to support the Office of the Assistant Secretary of War for Science and Technology ASW(S&T) within the Office of the Under Secretary of War for Research & Engineering (OUSW(R&E)).

In this fast-paced environment, the ideal candidate will be involved in planning and executing meetings between senior U.S. officials and their international counterparts, drafting reports and read-ahead materials, coordinating logistics for international engagements, and maintaining situational awareness of cooperative activities. This position has an on-site requirement of 5x/week at the Mark Center, Alexandria. Some travel, both CONUS and OCONUS, may be required.

Key Responsibilities Include:

Meeting Coordination:

• Plan and execute meetings and events between senior U.S. officials and their international counterparts.
• Coordinate logistics such as access to military installations, clearances, and foreign visit requests.
• Draft and prepare agendas, read-ahead materials (e.g., background briefings, issue papers), and comprehensive meeting minutes and reports.

Country and Program Analysis:

• Write and maintain OUSW(R&E) country-specific products, including comprehensive country papers and one-pagers, focusing on S&T priorities, defense organizational structures, and cooperative activities.
• Track and assess international agreements and engagements between OUSW(R&E) senior leadership and specific countries.

Action Officer Support:

• Serve as an action officer for assigned geographic areas of responsibility, liaising with OSW Components, Services, and R&E Field Activities to ensure action completion between major engagements.

Travel Coordination:

• Work with OUSW(R&E) travel planners to organize international travel and coordinate necessary country and security clearances for international engagements.

Support to Senior Leadership:

• Assist in preparing briefing materials and providing recommendations to senior leadership on international cooperative activities and agreements.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in international relations, communications, or political science (preferred). Must have a minimum of ten (10) years or more of experience, three (3) of which should be related directly related to international armament cooperation. Masters and eight (8) years or more experience.
• Active Secret clearance; TS preferred. Must have ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI clearance.
• US citizenship.
• Strong International Relations Knowledge: Familiar with international defense cooperation, particularly within the framework of TTCP and NATO, and adept at navigating governmental and defense organizational structures.
• Highly Organized and Detail-Oriented: Capable of managing multiple international engagements, tracking actions, and ensuring timely completion of tasks with precision.
• Exceptional Communication Skills: Able to draft detailed reports, briefings, and meeting summaries, as well as convey complex technical and policy information clearly to both U.S. and international stakeholders.
• Collaborative Team Player: Comfortable working with technical experts, government personnel, and international counterparts, fostering partnerships across organizations.
• Adaptability and Problem-Solving: Able to address challenges in international cooperation, navigate cultural and regulatory differences, and propose effective solutions.
• Event and Meeting Coordination: Skilled in organizing and executing high-level meetings, ensuring logistical arrangements, clearances, and documentation are handled efficiently.
• Familiarity with International Travel Protocols: Experience with coordinating foreign visit requests, travel logistics, and security clearances for international engagements.