Junior Targeting Analyst – TS/SCI Clearance

Amentum; Arlington, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) matching

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Tax-saving options

Disability and life insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Amentum is seeking Junior Targeting Analysts to support CBP’s National Targeting Center and related operations in Arlington, VA. The role requires 1–3 years in targeting intelligence and a TS/SCI clearance with DHS suitability.

Candidates should be experienced with CBP tools (ACE, AES, ATS-G, ESTA, SEACATS, UPAX), I2, Palantir, and proficient in Microsoft Office. Strong writing and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher.
• 1–3 years’ experience in intelligence/targeting.
• Experience in targeting analysis for a U.S. Government entity.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Clear communication skills, both written and oral.
• Active Top-Secret SCI clearance with DHS suitability; US citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Support CBP’s National Targeting Center or similar operations.
• Develop analytical reports, briefs, and studies.
• Utilize targeting tools and analytic software (I2, Palantir).

Skills

Targeting analysis

Intelligence analysis

Report writing

SharePoint

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Tools

ACE

AES

ATS/ATS-G

ESTA

SEACATS

UPAX

I2

Palantir

Job description

Amentum is seeking Junior Targeting Analysts to support CBP’s National Targeting Center and related operations in Arlington, VA. The role requires 1–3 years in targeting intelligence and a TS/SCI clearance with DHS suitability.

Candidates should be experienced with CBP tools (ACE, AES, ATS-G, ESTA, SEACATS, UPAX), I2, Palantir, and proficient in Microsoft Office. Strong writing and communication skills are essential.