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Senior International Engagement Analyst Security Clearance Jobs in Alexandria, USA at SAIC
Position: Senior International Engagement Analyst with Security Clearance
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.
Title: Senior International Engagement Analyst Security Clearance
Company: SAIC
Location: Alexandria, USA
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