Senior International Engagement Analyst - International Outreach and Cooperation

Senior International Engagement Analyst - International Outreach and Cooperation

Job ID: 2616072

Location: Alexandria, VA, United States

Date Posted: Aug 31, 2026

Category: Defense/Intel

Subcategory: Policy Analyst

Schedule: Full-Time

Shift: Day Job

Travel: Yes - 10% of the time

Minimum Clearance Required: Top Secret

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: TS/SCI

Potential for Remote Work: On-Site

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Job Description

Description

SAIC is seeking a Senior International Engagement Analyst to support the International Outreach and Cooperation Directorate 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 is 100% on-site at the Mark Center, Alexandria. Some travel, both CONUS and OCONUS, may be required.

Job Responsibilties:

• 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 Office of the Secretary of War Components, Services, and OUSW(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 experience, three (3) of which should be related directly related to international armament cooperation. Master''s and eight (8) years or more experience.

• Active Top Secret clearance. 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.

Target salary range: $120,001 - $160,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

Overview

SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

SAIC is a premier mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, intelligence, and civilian markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services, and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.

We are approximately 23,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.3 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.

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