International Affairs and Protocol Analyst

Tygart is seeking an International Affairs and Protocol Analyst to support a DOJ office in Washington, DC. This role involves reviewing and prioritizing foreign engagement requests, preparing senior leadership briefing materials, coordinating meetings and conferences, and maintaining records related to foreign dignitary visits and bilateral exchanges. An active Top Secret/SCI security clearance is required.

Key Responsibilities But Not Limited To

International Engagement & Protocol Coordination

• Review and analyze incoming requests for meetings between foreign delegations and personnel, determining appropriate scheduling based on meeting objectives, subject matter, and the rank of participating officials.
• Organize, plan, and prioritize official meetings, events, and visits involving international partners and senior leadership.
• Coordinate bilateral engagements and facilitate information exchanges between the Client and foreign partners.
• Assist with planning and coordination of larger conferences and international engagement events.
• Escort and support visiting foreign dignitaries while ensuring adherence to the Client's protocol standards.
  
  

Strategic Liaison & Relationship Management

• Establish and maintain professional working relationships with personnel, other U.S. government agencies, and foreign embassy law enforcement and intelligence partners.
• Serve as a liaison between operational divisions, Legal Attaché offices, and foreign delegations to ensure alignment of meeting objectives and the Client's priorities.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external partners to facilitate training initiatives and collaborative exchanges with foreign partners.
  
  

Briefing Materials & Executive Support

• Compile meeting agendas and prepare official briefing packages for senior leadership.
• Analyze, interpret, edit, and coordinate briefing materials supplied by operational units to ensure accuracy, professionalism, and adherence to protocol standards.
• Develop official documentation to prepare senior executives for meetings with foreign dignitaries.
• Produce presentations and briefings for leadership outlining cross-programmatic and country-specific engagement activities.
  
  

Documentation, Reporting & Records Management

• Draft comprehensive electronic communications outlining meeting purposes, topics, and alignment with threat priorities.
• Document visiting delegation details and coordinate clearance processing with the Security Division.
• Maintain records of foreign visitors accessing facilities, including topics discussed and follow-up actions for future reference.
• Populate, review, edit, and finalize weekly engagement reports distributed across leadership and divisions.
• Enter and maintain meeting information in official databases or SharePoint systems.
• Administrative Protocol Support Coordinate logistical elements of official visits including meeting confirmations, agenda management, seating arrangements, and preparation of meeting materials.
• Arrange protocol elements such as presentation gifts, table tents, and meeting refreshments when appropriate.
• Ensure all meetings and engagements follow established protocol guidelines and professional standards.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Active Top Secret / SCI is required
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
• Minimum five (5) years of government experience in event planning, meeting coordination, or program management, or Minimum three (3) years of experience as a protocol affairs specialist or special events coordinator in private industry.
• Strong organizational, planning, and coordination skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to read and interpret legal documents and understand U.S. legal standards.
• Strong research and analytical capabilities.
• Excellent written communication skills for producing reports and legal documentation.
• Proficiency with computers and information technology tools.
• Strong interpersonal and liaison skills with the ability to work both independently and in team environments.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to perform effectively in a high-stress and fast-paced work environment.
  
  

Why Join Tygart Technology? At Tygart Technology, we value innovation, integrity, and technical excellence. You'll join a team of dedicated professionals who deliver mission-critical solutions to our government partners. We offer competitive compensation, benefits, and the opportunity to grow your career while supporting impactful work.

Tygart Technology, Inc. is a premier professional services and software development organization providing a broad range of Information Technology (IT) services to public and commercial sector customers. Founded in 1992, Tygart's customer first mind set and agile development methodology have led to our continued success. Tygart supports the Department of Defense, Federal Bureau of Investigation, Intelligence Community, Federal Election Commission, Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation, and various other Federal and State organizations and maintains offices in West Virginia and Northern Virginia.

Tygart Technology is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in employment decisions based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local law. We are dedicated to providing a work environment where all individuals are respected and their contributions are valued. For information on Tygart and our career openings, please visit http://www.tygart.com/careers/.