Counterintelligence (CI) Analyst

Amentum; Quantico (MD); On-site; USD 80,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) matching

Job summary

Amentum is seeking a highly motivated Counterintelligence (CI) Analyst for the DCSA CI Analysis Division. This in-office role requires a Top Secret-SCI clearance and the ability to identify, assess, and disrupt threats to cleared industry, personnel, and DoD resources.

The position involves producing all-source intelligence products, researching FIE threats, managing cases, and delivering analytic reports to senior officials and operators. Travel within the U.S.

Qualifications

• Active TS-SCI Clearance required.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field from an accredited institution.
• Minimum 8 years’ experience in data analysis, trend analysis, and problem solving.
• Ability to communicate intelligence information verbally and in writing.
• Experience with data systems and government databases.

Responsibilities

• Provide mid-level analytic expertise to identify, assess, and disrupt threats to cleared industry, personnel, DoD, and DCSA.
• Process, update, and track cases, actions, products, and reviews in the identified system of record and other databases.
• Conduct CI analysis to identify and assess FIE threats.
• Research, synthesize, exploit, evaluate, and analyze all-source reporting on FIEs and targeting of USG technologies and supply chains.
• Produce Threat Information Reports (TIRs) and disseminate intelligence information to customers and stakeholders.

Skills

Clearance TS-SCI

Analytical thinking

Communication

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

NISS

DISS

NCCS

AMPS WebFLIS

ACCESS

SharePoint

Microsoft Office

Job description

Amentum is seeking highly motivated, self-starting Counterintelligence (CI) Analyst. Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Must have a Top Secret-SCI clearance.

Responsibilities:

Provide mid-level analytic expertise to the DCSA CI Analysis Division (AD) to identify, assess, and disrupt threats to cleared industry, cleared personnel, DOD, and DCSA Facilitate USG responses to adversary action by sharing threat indicators and enabling responsive measures from other agencies and services and enable the development and operationalization of enterprise security risk management methodology across Government and industry stakeholders. 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.

• Conduct analytical research that establishes/refutes Foreign Intelligence Entities (FIE) threat to U.S. technologies, information, and supply chains impacting cleared industry, cleared personnel, DOD, and DCSA

• Responsible for processing, updating, and tracking cases, actions, products, and reviews in the identified system of record and other databases.

• Conduct CI analysis to identify and assess FIE threats.

• Research, synthesize, exploit, evaluate, and analyze all-source reporting on FIE targeting USG critical technologies, programs, information, and supply chains.

• Conduct all-source, business, security, and intelligence-related research and analysis, including, but not limited to commercial subscription tools (e.g. Bloomberg), open-source research, Government databases, and intelligence reporting aimed at U.S. and foreign companies and affiliated parties (key management personnel, suppliers, partners, creditors, owners, investors, and other U.S. and foreign affiliations) while producing Threat Information Reports (TIRs).

• Develop analytical products that effectively articulate FIE threat.

• Demonstrate analytic integrity, rigor, and tradecraft standards by adhering to applicable IC Directives and DoD Instructions.

• Produce analytic products within established time.

• Disseminate intelligence information to customers and stakeholders.

• Some locations may require local travel local travel within the U.S.

• Working with teams and independently required

Requirements:

• Active TS-SCI Clearance required

• Desired Experience: At least 8 years of experience conducting analysis relevant to the specific labor category with at least a portion of the experience within the last 2 years.

• Desired Education: Bachelor’s degree in an area related to the labor category from a college or university accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

• Minimum 8 years’ experience in

  • Applying data analysis, trend analysis and problem-solving techniques.

  • Ability to identify trends, patterns, anomalies, and recommend solutions.

  • Ability and skill in communicating intelligence information verbally and in writing.

  • Data systems such as: NISS, DISS, NCCS, AMPS WebFLIS, and ACCESS or other security and supply-related data systems.

  • Conducting strategic communications with key stakeholders, including preparing written reports, leading conferences, and giving briefings.

  • Conducting research effectively and efficiently at classified and unclassified levels (i.e. SharePoint, Microsoft Office Tools, etc.)

• Be knowledgeable of data manipulation within databases and Microsoft software packages.

• Superior oral and written communication skills, as well as a good command of the English language.

• High proficiency in Microsoft applications, particularly Word, Excel, and Outlook

• Organizational skills

• May be required to lift general office items (20-30lbs)

• Expected in office work five days a week with occasional telework that is dependent on the government’s needs.

• U.S. driver’s license and be capable of operating government vehicles.

Preferred:

• DCSA and DoD work experience

• Proficiency in Microsoft applications, particularly Word, Excel, and Outlook

Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Mental Demands:

This is an in-office position, with no unusual hazards, occasional lifting up to 20-30 lbs., constant sitting while using a computer, constant use of sight abilities while reviewing documents, constant use of speech/hearing abilities to communicate, constant mental alertness, must possess planning/organizing skills, and must be able to work under deadlines.

Compensation Details:

$80,000.00 - $125,000.00

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:

07/20/2026 - 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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