Senior Cyber Technical Analyst

Amentum; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 146,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) matching

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Job summary

Amentum is seeking a Senior Cyber Threat Analyst to support the DOE Counterintelligence Directorate under the DOE-IN contract. Positions will be based in the Washington, D.C. area.

The role requires an active Top Secret/SCI clearance, a bachelor’s degree, and a minimum of ten years' experience in cyber threat analysis and CNO tactics. Responsibilities include cyber investigations, multi-source intelligence, and liaison with government partners.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance is required.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 10 years of experience in cyber threat detection and CNO tactics/TPs.
• Experience with cyber investigations and forensics tools.

Responsibilities

• Provide integrated CI cyber-technical analytic support to the DOE Counterintelligence Directorate.
• Conduct cyber analytical activities and evaluate security systems and practices.
• Identify and analyze cyber events of CI significance.
• Develop tools for applying cyber security practices to CI missions.
• Perform all-source intelligence analysis relating to project objectives.
• Analyze networks to identify vulnerabilities and intrusion detection parameters.
• Report trends and implications of evolving issues.
• Collect data, analyze results, and prepare reports.
• Integrate research results into operations.
• Liaise with DOE offices, USIC and law enforcement.

Skills

Top Secret/SCI Clearance

Cyber threat analysis

Independent research

Written & verbal communications

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Amentum is seeking a Senior Cyber Threat Analyst to support our U.S. Department of Energy and Counterintelligence (DOE-IN) contract. Positions will be based in the Washington, D.C area.

Responsibilities

Serves as Cyber Threat Analyst, specific duties and functions include, but are not limited to:

• Providing integrated CI cyber-technical analytic expertise supporting the DOE Counterintelligence Directorate.
• Conducting cyber analytical activities, evaluation of information/technical/physical security systems and practices, cyber investigations, and related duties.
• Identify, investigate and analyze cyber events of CI significance.
• Adapt and develop tools for applying standard cyber security and analysis practices to the CI mission.
• Perform all source intelligence analysis to determine and report on characteristics of various systems/issues and other project/program objectives.
• Analyze classified and unclassified networks to identify security vulnerabilities and intrusion detection parameters
• Report changes, trends and implications of evolving issues.
• Collect data, analyze results, and prepare reports relating to project/program objectives.
• Integrate research results and analysis into operations.
• Establish liaison with DOE offices, the USIC and law enforcement agencies.

Requirements

• Active Top Secret/SCI Clearance
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university is preferred.
• Ten (10) years of experience in understanding and detection of foreign intelligence activity in the cyber domain and demonstrated ability to correlate Computer Network Operations (CNO) tactics, techniques, and procedures to known or suspected cyber threat actors.
• Experience in cyber investigations and use of cyber forensics analysis tools, multi-source intelligence analysis, knowledgeable of U.S. intelligence community activities is required.
• Must be capable of conducting independent research, as well as work with team members and partner agencies.
• Must have experience dealing with cyber based investigations and national security matters.
• Must possess excellent verbal and written communications skills and have experience in conducting cyber interviews and defensive briefings and debriefings.
• Must have demonstrated ability to work under pressure and meet short deadlines.
• Knowledge of DOE security and counterintelligence requirements related to the conduct of cyber activities, including conduct of investigations and defensive operations in accordance with applicable Federal law, Executive Order, and Intelligence Directives is required.
• Knowledge of DOE Orders, and DOE/NNSA facilities, policies and procedures is desired. Demonstrated creativity, innovation, flexibility, and analytical skills in problem solving are also desired.

Compensation Details

$146,000 - $180,000

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

08/03/2026 - 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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