Junior Watchlist Analyst - Counterterrorism Intelligence

Amentum; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Amentum is seeking a Watchlist Analyst to perform all-source intelligence analysis of DoD datasets, nominating Known or Suspected Terrorists into the National Terrorist Watchlisting system. You will generate analytic reports, adhere to ICD and DIA standards, and prepare authoritative dissemination-ready documents.

Qualified applicants will have TS/SCI with Poly and at least 2 years of experience, with a preference for a Bachelor’s degree. This is a first-shift, on-site role in Reston, VA.

Qualifications

• Performs all-source intelligence analysis of DoD datasets to identify/nominations for National Terrorist Watchlisting.
• Produces analytic reports and prepares reports for dissemination per Government specifications.
• Familiar with ICD standards and ODNI/DIA reporting requirements.

Responsibilities

• Review datasets likely containing terrorist identifiers and prioritize information.
• Crosscheck data against other intelligence holdings to ensure completeness and avoid duplicates.
• Prepare nomination reports, ensure correct formatting, grammar, and dissemination readiness.
• Provide guidance to less experienced team members on Watchlisting tasks.
• Attend intelligence exchanges and contribute to CT operations discussions.

Skills

All-source intelligence analysis

DOD datasets knowledge

National Terrorist Watchlisting policy

Report writing for government reports

Education

High School/GED

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Tools

WATCHDOG

Job description

Amentum is seeking a Watchlist Analyst to perform all-source intelligence analysis of DoD datasets, nominating Known or Suspected Terrorists into the National Terrorist Watchlisting system. You will generate analytic reports, adhere to ICD and DIA standards, and prepare authoritative dissemination-ready documents.

Qualified applicants will have TS/SCI with Poly and at least 2 years of experience, with a preference for a Bachelor’s degree. This is a first-shift, on-site role in Reston, VA.