International Agreements Management Specialist

Booz Allen Hamilton • Arlington, VA

3d

About The Position

This headquarters-based role supports a Joint or Service Headquarters by managing and implementing international cooperative agreements that strengthen global defense partnerships and enhance interoperability with allies. The specialist supports a portfolio of International Cooperative Research, Development, and Acquisition (ICRDA) agreements and contributes to the Department of War’s global armaments cooperation strategy, allied defense integration, and U.S. technological superiority.

The role serves as a strategic advisor and key staff officer in developing, coordinating, and executing Service Headquarters’ global armaments cooperation strategy. It supports negotiation and management of bilateral and multilateral armaments agreements in alignment with Department of War, Department of State, and Service Headquarters policies. The specialist oversees agreement processes, provides guidance to stakeholders, and promotes consistency across international cooperative initiatives.

The position also manages the International Online (IOL) repository and improves data infrastructure to turn data into actionable intelligence. It trains stakeholders through workshops, briefings, and negotiation preparation sessions; may represent Service Headquarters organizations in negotiations with interagency and foreign counterparts; and supports agreement execution, operational strategy refinement, policy continuity, and compliance within the U.S. Government framework.

Requirements

• At least 4 years of experience in international affairs or national security policy in a professional work environment.
• Knowledge of program management, budget management, diplomacy, and international relations.
• Knowledge of science and technology.
• Ability to assist in writing and developing policy and conducting intensive technical research.
• Ability to analyze complex policies and agreements.
• Ability to coordinate cross-program initiatives and ensure operational continuity and collaborative alignment among stakeholders.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing circumstances.
• Strict attention to detail.
• Secret clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree, or 10+ years of experience with applied security assistance in lieu of a degree.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with engineering or a technical field.
• Experience in international or interagency negotiations, particularly on defense-related topics.
• Experience with processes and practices within government or defense-related organizations.
• Knowledge of Service Headquarters-level organizations, roles, and missions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Top Secret clearance.
• Master’s degree.

Responsibilities

• Manage and implement international cooperative agreements and a portfolio of International Cooperative Research, Development, and Acquisition (ICRDA) agreements.
• Advise and support the development, coordination, and execution of Service Headquarters’ global armaments cooperation strategy.
• Support the negotiation and management of bilateral and multilateral armaments agreements in alignment with Department of War, Department of State, and Service Headquarters policies.
• Oversee agreement processes, provide authoritative guidance to stakeholders, and promote consistency across international cooperative initiatives.
• Manage the International Online (IOL) repository and improve data infrastructure to produce actionable intelligence.
• Train stakeholders through workshops, briefings, and negotiation preparation sessions.
• Represent Service Headquarters organizations in negotiations with interagency and foreign counterparts.
• Support execution of complex agreements and refine operational strategies using data-driven insights.
• Ensure policy continuity and compliance within the U.S. Government framework.

Benefits

• Health, life, and disability benefits.
• Financial and retirement benefits.
• Paid leave.
• Professional development.
• Tuition assistance.
• Work-life programs.
• Dependent care.
• Recognition awards for exceptional performance and demonstration of company values.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level