CBP National Targeting Center Journeyman Intelligence Analyst

Amentum company; Sterling Heights (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Amentum seeks TOP SECRET-cleared Journeyman Targeting Analysts to support CBP’s National Targeting Center and related operations. You will apply targeting analytics to help keep dangerous people and goods from entering the United States.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years of targeting experience, direct CBP exposure, and strong familiarity with NTC tools such as ACE, AES, ATS/ATS-G, ESTA, SEACATS, UPAX, I2 and Palantir. Active TS/SCI is preferred and Bachelor’s degree required.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years’ experience supporting targeting, especially for law enforcement support.
• Direct experience supporting CBP, with experience at National Targeting Center strong preferred.
• Deep familiarity with CBP NTC tools and systems including ACE, AES, ATS/ATS-G, ESTA, SEACATS, and/or UPAX.
• Experience in passenger, cargo, and network analysis.
• Experience developing analytical reports, briefs, and studies.
• Experience with analytical tools including I2 and Palantir.
• Active or past CBP Background Investigation is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support CBP’s National Targeting Center operations and related targeting efforts.
• Develop analytical reports, briefs, and studies to inform decision-makers.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

ACE

AES

ATS/ATS-G

ESTA

SEACATS

UPAX

I2

Palantir

Job description

Amentum provides analytic, consulting, and staffing support to U.S. Government national security agencies, including the Departments of Homeland Security and Defense, and similar Government clients. The Homeland Group provides a range of homeland-focused security and law enforcement intelligence support, risk analysis and modeling, and program management services to Federal, state, and local agencies. We pride ourselves in developing creative, customized, and flexible approaches that meet our clients’ evolving and dynamic needs.

The Homeland Group is looking for TOP SECRET-cleared Journeyman Targeting Analysts with demonstrated experience supporting CBP’s National Targeting Center or similar operations. These Journeyman Targeting Analysts support CBP’s efforts to keep dangerous people and goods out of the United States.

Candidates Should Have:

• 3-5 years’ experience supporting targeting, especially for law enforcement support.
• Direct experience supporting CBP, with experience at National Targeting Center strong preferred.
• Deep familiarity with CBP NTC tools and systems including ACE, AES, ATS/ATS-G, ESTA, SEACATS, and/or UPAX.
• Experience in passenger, cargo, and network analysis.
• Experience developing analytical reports, briefs, and studies.
• Experience with analytical tools including I2 and Palantir.
• Active or past CBP Background Investigation is preferred.

Required/Preferred:

• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in intelligence working issues directly applicable to the NTC mission set and/or in targeting roles specifically.
• Experience supporting targeting analysis for a U.S. Government entity.
• At least a Bachelor’s Degree.
• Active TS/SCI.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Compensation Details:

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax-saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:

10/02/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

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