International Agreements Management Specialist

Booz Allen Hamilton • Arlington, VA

2d • $62,000 - $141,000 • Onsite

About The Position

This headquarters-based position supports Joint or Service Headquarters by managing and implementing international cooperative agreements that strengthen global defense partnerships and improve interoperability with allies. The role shapes and manages a portfolio of International Cooperative Research, Development, and Acquisition (ICRDA) agreements, providing strategic advice, influencing policy, and coordinating across programs to support continuity of international cooperation.

The specialist supports the Department of War’s global armaments cooperation strategy and allied defense integration. They serve as a strategic advisor and key staff officer in developing, coordinating, and executing Service Headquarters’ global armaments cooperation strategy. The position involves negotiating and managing bilateral and multilateral armaments agreements in alignment with Department of War, Department of State, and Service Headquarters policies; overseeing agreement processes; and providing authoritative stakeholder guidance to promote consistency across international cooperative initiatives.

The role also manages the International Online (IOL) repository and improves data infrastructure to turn raw data into actionable intelligence. The specialist trains stakeholders through workshops, briefings, and negotiation preparation sessions, may represent Service Headquarters organizations in negotiations with interagency and foreign counterparts, supports execution of complex agreements, and refines operational strategies using data-driven insights while maintaining policy continuity and compliance within the U.S. government framework. The position is onsite in Arlington, Virginia.

Requirements

• At least 4 years of professional experience in international affairs or national security policy.
• 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.
• Secret clearance required; applicants are subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for classified access.
• Bachelor’s degree, or 10+ years of experience with applied security assistance in lieu of a degree.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Manage and implement international cooperative agreements that strengthen global defense partnerships and enhance interoperability with allies.
• Shape and manage a portfolio of International Cooperative Research, Development, and Acquisition (ICRDA) agreements.
• Advise on and help develop, coordinate, and execute Service Headquarters’ global armaments cooperation strategy.
• Negotiate and manage bilateral and multilateral armaments agreements in alignment with Department of War, Department of State, and Service Headquarters policies.
• Oversee agreement processes and provide authoritative guidance to stakeholders, ensuring consistency across international cooperative initiatives.
• Manage the International Online (IOL) repository and enhance data infrastructure to convert raw data into actionable intelligence.
• Train stakeholders through workshops, briefings, and negotiation preparation sessions.
• Represent Service Headquarters organizations in negotiations with interagency and foreign counterparts.
• Support the execution of complex agreements and refine operational strategies based on 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. Employees working at least 20 hours per week on a regular basis are eligible for Booz Allen benefit programs; eligibility for some offerings may vary.

What This Job Offers

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