Security Clearance Investigator

Amentum; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) retirement benefits

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Amentum is seeking a Security/Investigations professional to support FBI-related background investigations and clearances. The role involves research, data extraction, and producing formal analyses to determine eligibility for access to sensitive information.

Responsibilities include conducting investigations, preparing reports, and advising on adjudication decisions, with emphasis on accuracy and compliance with security policies.

Qualifications

• Active Top Secret US Government Clearance is required.
• 1+ year of experience in personnel security investigations or investigative analysis preferred.
• Strong analytical and writing skills for reports and determinations.
• Proficient with MS Office, internet research, and federal/IC database systems.

Responsibilities

• Review requests for background investigations and security clearances.
• Conduct PSIs and prepare detailed analyses and recommendations.
• Draft summary sheets and evaluate adverse information.
• Assist in adjudication recommendations for employment suitability.
• Conduct security briefings and update investigations as required.
• Maintain documentation and data integrity across security files.

Skills

Top Secret clearance

Investigations experience

Analytical thinking

Microsoft Office

Excellent communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Associate’s degree with 9 years experience

Tools

MAC applications

FBI/DOJ databases

Security IT systems

Database knowledge

Job description

Amentum is seeking a Security/Investigations professional to support FBI-related background investigations and clearances. The role involves research, data extraction, and producing formal analyses to determine eligibility for access to sensitive information.

Responsibilities include conducting investigations, preparing reports, and advising on adjudication decisions, with emphasis on accuracy and compliance with security policies.