ICF is a mission-driven company filled with people who care deeply about improving the lives of others and making the world a better place. Our cybersecurity experts work to protect the functions and missions that are vital to our people, government, and military through proactive planning and strong public-private partnerships.
We’re currently hiring a Partner Engagement Specialist to work on an engagement team for a federal cybersecurity client focused on protecting our nation’s critical infrastructure. This role will specialize in engagement with international partners.
The Role
The Partner Engagement Specialist supports stakeholder engagement and relationship management with international partners. This role is responsible for maintaining partner communications, facilitating engagement activities, and ensuring timely coordination across internal teams and external stakeholders. The position also supports daily operations, program management, and partner outreach in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.
Work Location
In-person work will be conducted at the client site in Arlington, VA. Candidates must be located in the National Capital Region and able to work onsite multiple times per week.
Key Responsibilities
Support and maintain relationships with domestic and international private sector and government partners
Manage partner communications, including inbox monitoring, responding to inquiries, and routing requests to appropriate internal teams
Coordinate and disseminate partner notifications, alerts, advisories, and operational messaging related to threats and vulnerabilities
Monitor open-source and internal reporting to identify emerging cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and geopolitical trends impacting partners
Track partner engagement activities, requests, and follow-ups to ensure timely responses and operational continuity
Support stakeholder engagements by coordinating logistics, developing agendas, drafting talking points, and producing summary reports or memos
Collaborate with internal teams to support operational planning, stakeholder briefings, and engagement events
Draft, edit, and disseminate partner-facing communications, products, and materials
What You Will Need
U.S. citizenship (required by the federal government for this position)
Active Top Secret/SCI security clearance
Preferred
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., cybersecurity, information systems, international relations, or related discipline)
Experience supporting federal government clients, preferably within DHS or other national security agencies
Experience working with international partners or in an international relations capacity
Familiarity with cybersecurity concepts, threat landscape, and information-sharing practices
Successful Candidates Will Have
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with senior-level stakeholders
Experience managing partner communications, engagement tracking, and operational coordination
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
A customer service orientation with strong interpersonal and strategic thinking abilities
Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, mission-driven, and hybrid work environment
Proactive mindset with flexibility to adapt to shifting operational priorities and leadership direction
Attention to detail and ability to quality-control internal and external communications and deliverables
Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint); experience with Project, Confluence, or Jira is a plus
Working at ICF
ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO policy.
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At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.
However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at [email protected]. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.
Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.
The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:
$67,355.00 - $114,503.00Virginia Client Office (VA88)Skills Required
- U.S. citizenship
- Active Top Secret/SCI security clearance
- Located in the National Capital Region and able to work onsite multiple times per week (Arlington, VA client site)
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint)
- Experience with Microsoft Project, Confluence, or Jira
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (cybersecurity, information systems, international relations, or related)
- Experience supporting federal government clients, preferably DHS or national security agencies
- Experience working with international partners or in an international relations capacity
- Familiarity with cybersecurity concepts, threat landscape, and information-sharing practices
- Strong written and verbal communication, organizational, analytical, and interpersonal skills
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision coverage start on day one with multiple plan options, employer HSA/HRA funding, and company‑paid mental‑health care that includes 10 therapy and 10 coaching sessions annually. These features indicate comprehensive coverage with meaningful mental‑health depth.
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Parental & Family Support — Family‑building and caregiving support include 24/7 specialists and reimbursements ($10,000 lifetime for fertility/surrogacy and $5,000 for adoption), alongside inclusive paid parental leave. These resources broaden support for diverse family needs.
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Retirement Support — The 401(k) offers immediate vesting with a company match up to 4% when contributing 5%, and an ESPP provides an additional ownership avenue. This structure supports long‑term financial security.
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