Evidence Custodian/Case File Manager

Amentum; Forest Park (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) retirement benefits matching

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Tax-saving options

Disability and life insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Amentum is seeking an Evidence Custodian/Casefile Manager in Forest Park, GA to support exploitation missions CONUS and OCONUS. You will monitor forensic cases, maintain data integrity, and ensure 100% evidence accountability while liaising with DoD and other agencies.

The role requires DoD Top Secret clearance eligibility, strong documentation skills, and proficiency with Microsoft Office. Travel and medical screening may be required.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience and an AS/AA or 2 years of tech school.
• High School Diploma or equivalent with 15 years of experience; or Military experience as an E4+.
• Experience writing technical reports and presenting briefs.
• Ability to communicate effectively with senior DoD personnel.
• Safeguard confidential information.
• Log, record, and archive working files.
• Proficiency with Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Monitor forensic laboratory cases and workload across divisions.
• Perform tasks with minimal supervision and advise lead on issues.
• Collect and maintain data on customer service quality and timeliness.
• Ensure all evidence handling complies with Army, Federal, and local regulations.
• Maintain 100% accountability of evidence and report case status to submitting agencies.
• Assist with policy and procedure development impacting lab operations.
• Coordinate with DoD, DOJ, and other agencies on forensic requirements.
• Collaborate with FXD and other labs to standardize processes.

Skills

Effective communication

Forensic case management

Data logging and archiving

DoD clearance

Policy and procedures knowledge

Education

AS/AA or 2 years tech training

High school diploma + 15 years experience

Military E4+ experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Amentum is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions, trusted by the United States and its allies to address their most significant and complex challenges in science, security and sustainability. Our people apply undaunted curiosity, relentless ambition and boundless imagination to challenge convention and drive progress. Our commitments are underpinned by the belief that safety, collaboration and well-being are integral to success. Headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia, we have approximately 50,000 employees in more than 70 countries across all 7 continents.

We are currently seeking an Evidence Custodian/Casefile Manager based in Forest Park, GA. This position will help support exploitation missions both CONUS (Continental United States) and OCONUS (Outside Continental United States) via deployment.

Essential Responsibilities

• Monitor forensic laboratory cases received. Interact closely with all divisions, encompassing the work of scientific professionals and administrative employees. Maintain surveillance of workload and programs in progress throughout the laboratory.
• Complete daily tasks with little to no supervision while keeping the lead advised of unusual situations and potential problem areas. Recommend courses of action and/or conclusive actions, when needed.
• Monitor laboratory workload. Collect and maintain data related to customer service quality including productivity, timeliness, and level of customer satisfaction.
• Manage laboratory evidence processing operation and facility. Ensure all evidence submitted to the laboratory is handled in accordance with all Army, Federal, and local regulations.
• Monitor adherence to evidence handling procedures; ensures 100% accountability of evidence received and ensures submitting agencies are kept well-informed of case status and given prompt and accurate responses to inquiries and requests.
• Act as quality control for all forensic casework performed to ensure compliance with regulations, policies, and organizational standards.
• Assist with the development of policies, plans and procedures that impact the lab's overall operational function. Identifies needs and requirements.
• Serve as a liaison with Department of Defense (DOD), Department of Justice (DOJ) and other agencies and organizations on matters relating to forensic/biometric requirements in CONUS and OCONUS locations.
• Collaborate and coordinate with DOD, law enforcement agencies, deployed laboratories, and the Forensic Exploitation Department (FXD) management regarding standardization to enhance the efficiencies of the laboratories.

Minimum Requirements

• At least 4 years of experience and an AS (Associate of Science), AA (Associate of Arts), or 2 years of Tech School. In lieu of degree, you must have:
• A High School Diploma or equivalent with 15 years of experience; or
• Military experience as an E4 and above.
• Experience in writing technical reports, justification of technical recommendations and presenting briefs.
• Ability to communicate effectively with senior members of DoD organizations.
• Ability to safeguard confidential information.
• Ability to log, record, and archive working files.
• Ability to create correspondence, prepare reports, arrange meetings, and support travel arrangements.
• Demonstrated proficiency in the use of Microsoft applications including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to use common office equipment (e.g., facsimile (fax) machines, copiers, projectors, and PC printers).
• Ability to utilize web-based applications to enter and extract data to report and track case files.
• Ability to obtain a DoD Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility. (Please note: US citizenship is required to obtain a US security clearance).
• Ability to obtain and maintain an active US Passport. Ability to travel CONUS and OCONUS.
• Ability to complete and pass a medical assessment in accordance with customer requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• An active DoD Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility.
• Previous experience supporting the Forensic Exploitation Department (FXD).

Compensation Details

$65,000.00 - $85,000.00

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

09/30/2026 - 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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