CI Analyst - MID

Amentum; Quantico (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental & vision insurance

Paid time off & holidays

401(k) retirement plan with matching

Educational reimbursement

Job summary

Amentum is seeking a MID CI Analyst to support the DCSA Office of Entity Vetting with all-source intelligence products and risk assessments. The role emphasizes data analysis, trend detection, and communication to senior stakeholders in a security‑constrained environment.

The successful candidate will work Mon–Fri, with standard 8-hour days, and may travel CONUS/NCR as required. TS/SCI clearance and 8+ years of related experience are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• 8+ years’ experience applying data analysis, trend analysis and problem-solving techniques.
• Ability to identify trends, patterns, anomalies and recommend solutions.
• Ability to communicate intelligence information verbally and in writing.
• Experience with data systems such as NISS, DISS, NCCS, AMPS WebFLIS and ACCESS.

Responsibilities

• Produces IC-coordinated all-source intelligence products on foreign entities.
• Provides analytic support to senior officials, collectors, and operators across DoD/IC.
• Contributes to risk assessment and threat reporting for DoD DoS programs.

Skills

Data analysis

Trend analysis

Problem solving

Verbal and written communication

Strategic communications

Research methods

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

NISS

DISS

NCCS

AMPS WebFLIS

ACCESS

SharePoint

Microsoft Office

Job description

Purpose and Impact

The MID CI Analyst will support the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) Office of Entity Vetting (EV). The MID CI Analyst will support the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) Office of Entity Vetting (EV). CI performs an essential function for the related processes above through its Threat Integration Branch (TIB), which provides timely, relevant, and actionable threat reports that allow EV decision‑makers to determine what actions are prudent in a particular case. CI supports the DCSA mission to protect classified and sensitive information and materials in the hands of industry by ensuring compliance with Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 32, Part 117 (National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM)), Executive Order 12829 as amended, Department of Defense Instruction (DoDI) 5220.32, Volumes 1 and 2 DoDI 5205.85 and Public Law 116-92, Section 847. EV consists of highly qualified security, intelligence and business professionals making up the Verification and Triage Unit (VTU), Due Diligence Unit (DDU) and Risk Management Unit (RMU). VTU is responsible for the review and triage of companies for business or foreign ownership, control or influence (FOCI) risk indicators. In addition, VTU adjudicates companies’ eligibility and continued eligibility for an FCL. DDU conducts business and security‑related research and analysis of companies to inform decision makers of risks impacting initial and continued entity eligibility. RMU evaluates relevant analytic products to develop effective risk management strategies addressing risks impacting eligibility of a company. In addition, RMU negotiates and implements required strategies with industry and provides oversight support to other government stakeholders and DCSA field assets.

Purpose and Impact

The MID CI Analyst will support the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) Office of Entity Vetting (EV). CI performs an essential function for the related processes above through its Threat Integration Branch (TIB), which provides timely, relevant and actionable threat reports that allow EV decision‑makers to determine what actions are prudent in a particular case. CI supports the DCSA mission to protect classified and sensitive information and materials in the hands of industry by ensuring compliance with Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 32, Part 117 (National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM)), Executive Order 12829 as amended, Department of Defense Instruction (DoDI) 5220.32, Volumes 1 and 2 DoDI 5205.85 and Public Law 116-92, Section 847. EV consists of highly qualified security, intelligence and business professionals making up the Verification and Triage Unit (VTU), Due Diligence Unit (DDU) and Risk Management Unit (RMU). VTU is responsible for the review and triage of companies for business or foreign ownership, control or influence (FOCI) risk indicators. In addition, VTU adjudicates companies’ eligibility and continued eligibility for an FCL. DDU conducts business and security‑related research and analysis of companies to inform decision makers of risks impacting initial and continued entity eligibility. RMU evaluates relevant analytic products to develop effective risk management strategies addressing risks impacting eligibility of a company. In addition, RMU negotiates and implements required strategies with industry and provides oversight support to other government stakeholders and DCSA field assets.

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday, 8h days, typical 8am-4pm (not accounting for lunch breaks) but may be some daily schedule flexibility with approval from team lead/PM (within typical building access hours of 6am to 6pm)

Essential Responsibilities

Produces IC‑coordinated all‑source intelligence analytic products on foreign intelligence entities capabilities, intentions, willingness and opportunities to threaten U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) personnel, resources, activities and interests worldwide. Analysis is comprised of regional and functional CI topics, including foreign intelligence threats to Defense Critical Infrastructure Program (DCIP) and DoD supply chains and emerging technologies, and threats from foreign intelligence technical equipment to the DoD. Provides analytic support to senior officials, collectors, and operators throughout the DoD, IC and law enforcement agencies/organizations and for DCSA’s CI programs, functions and mission activities.

Work Environment, Physical Demands and Mental Demands

Office environment, process/procedure oriented workflows to accommodate for government requirements. Contractor will be required to travel CONUS and within the National Capital Region (NCR) during the performance of this contract to attend meetings, conferences and training. Contractor may be required to travel to off‑site training locations and to ship training aids to these locations in support of this PWS. Reimbursement of transportation, lodging, meals and incidental expenses are allowable subject to the limitations contained in Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 31.205-46 and the limitation of funds specified in this contract. All travel requires Government approval/authorization and notification to the COR. When movement of Contractor personnel is required locally (i.e. metro) costs will be borne by the Contractor.

Minimum Requirements (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities)

• Bachelor’s degree in an area related to the labor category
• Minimum 8 years’ experience applying data analysis, trend analysis and problem‑solving techniques. Contractor must be knowledgeable of data manipulation within databases and Microsoft software packages.
• Minimum 8 years’ experience in Ability to identify trends, patterns, anomalies and recommend solutions.
• Minimum 8 years’ experience in Ability and skill in communicating intelligence information verbally and in writing.
• Minimum 8 years’ experience with data systems such as NISS, DISS, NCCS, AMPS WebFLIS and ACCESS or other security and supply‑related data systems.
• Minimum 8 years’ experience in conducting strategic communications with key stakeholders, including preparing written reports, leading conferences and giving briefings.
• Minimum 8 years’ experience in conducting research effectively and efficiently at classified and unclassified levels (i.e. SharePoint, Microsoft Office Tools etc.)

Clearance Required

• TS/SCI

Minimum Education

• Bachelor’s degree

Minimum Years of Experience

• 8 years

Required Certifications

• None, though completion of CI or All‑Source courses with CI support experience is desired

Preferred Qualifications

• Completion of CI or all‑source related course, experience with OSINT, risk assessment, organizational vetting

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As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and compliant work environment, Amentum is a drug‑free workplace and requires all personnel to comply with company drug and alcohol policies as a condition of employment. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the drug screening process. Please note that this may include pre‑hire screening for marijuana, as well as other federally controlled substances due to Amentum’s role as a federal contractor and trusted partner to the US Government.

Other Responsibilities

Safety

Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self‑aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks and serving on safety committees and teams.

Quality

Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.

Procedure Compliance

Each employee must read, understand and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to his/her job. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

Compensation Details

$85,000 - $100,000

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

• 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.

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