Jr. Declassification Review Analyst

PAE Government Services Inc.; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

Job summary

PAE Government Services Inc. is seeking a Junior Declassification Review Analyst in Springfield, VA. The role involves conducting initial declassification reviews for government clients and requires a Bachelor's Degree and Top Secret clearance.

Responsibilities include analyzing classified documents and providing recommendations for their release. A competitive salary range of $60,000–$66,000 is offered along with comprehensive benefits including health insurance, retirement contributions, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field or equivalent military experience.
• Must possess an Active Top Secret U.S. Government Clearance and U.S. citizenship.
• Ability to communicate effectively—both orally and in writing.
• Strong analytical skills, reading comprehension, and attention to detail.
• Ability to multi-task, work in a team environment, and adjust to established work patterns.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial declassification reviews in support of Government agencies.
• Analyze unclassified and classified documents to determine appropriate actions.
• Utilize analytical skills to recommend document actions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Effective communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Customer-focused attitude

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a related field or equivalent military experience

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

Job Description

The Junior Declassification Review Analyst will work at a client site in Springfield, VA to support government clients on a team of Declassification Review Analysts. The analyst will provide initial declassification review recommendations to a Senior Analyst, with final determinations made by a Government Declassification Review Analyst. Placement will be based on operational need within the Automatic Declassification Review (ADR), Mandatory Declassification Review (MDR), or Foreign Relations of the United States (FRUS) Review Teams. The role requires completion of a paid 2‑week Declassification certification training at the Springfield, VA worksite, passing two exams for continued employment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial declassification reviews in support of Government agencies.
• Analyze unclassified and classified documents to determine the appropriate action needed in accordance with E.O. 13526.
• Demonstrate understanding of classification markings.
• Utilize analytical skills to make recommendations on documents for release, referral to other agencies, or exemption from automatic declassification.
• Recognize possible nuclear weapons and intelligence information.
• Properly handle boxes and documents (boxes can weigh between 15–25 lbs.) and ensure integrity of each box remains intact.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field or equivalent military experience.
• Must possess an Active Top Secret U.S. Government Clearance and U.S. citizenship.
• Ability to communicate effectively—both orally and in writing.
• Strong analytical skills, reading comprehension, and attention to detail.
• Ability to multi‑task, work in a team environment, and adjust to established work patterns and processes.
• Experience level may be waived with government client or prime approval.
• Computer skills required: ability to learn new systems and applications.
• Ability to manage individual workflow effectively and improve processes when necessary.
• Positive, customer‑focused attitude with initiative and commitment to the company’s goals.
• Strong commitment to performing and producing at the highest level of quality.

Physical Demands

• Occasionally required to stand, walk, handle, feel objects, and write.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds, bend, reach, carry, stoop, kneel, and climb.

Compensation

Hiring salary range: $60,000–$66,000, determined by education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, internal equity, and market data. The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is 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 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

EEO Statement

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, ancestry, U.S. military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low‑income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.

Posting Information

Original posting: 06/22/2026 – 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.