Watchlist Analyst - Mid Level (2026-0197)

Acclaim Technical Services, Inc.; Tysons (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Acclaim Technical Services, Inc. in Tysons, Virginia seeks a Mid-Level Counterterrorism Watchlist Analyst to support a U.S. Government program. You will review intelligence reports and nominate watchlist entries, applying SOPs with strong data management and analytical skills.

Qualifications include TS/SCI with Poly, 5+ years of experience (Bachelor's degree desired), and the ability to handle multiple data streams and complex datasets. On-site, full-time position with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• TS/SCI with Poly security clearance.
• 5+ years of experience; Bachelor's degree desired; with minimum of 5 years' experience in lieu of degree.
• Ability to manage multiple data sets and apply operational judgment.
• Strong research and analytical skills to use Sponsor databases.
• Detail-oriented with adherence to SOPs.
• Ability to work shifts and/or extended hours.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Review intelligence reports and submit analytic recommendations related to watchlist nominations.
• Evaluate information to support homeland security and interests abroad.
• Apply nomination criteria and maintain high quality control standards.

Skills

Data management

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Written & oral communication

Problem solving

Shift work readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree desired

5+ years experience in lieu of degree

Tools

IC tools and databases

Job description

Acclaim Technical Services,founded in 2000, is a leading cyber operations, intelligence solutions and operations, network infrastructure, engineering and business enablement and enterprise operations company supporting a wide range of U.S. Federal agencies. We are an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) company, which is uncommon within our business sector. We see this as a significant strength, and it shows: ATS is consistently ranked as a top workplace among DC area firms and continues to grow.

We are currently seeking to hire multiple Mid-Level Counterterrorism Watchlist Analysts to help support counterterrorism intelligence integration on amultifacetedU.S. Government program.

Mid-Level Counterterrorism Watchlist Analyst will leverage numerous analytic tools and databases to evaluate information that bolsters the U.S. Government’s response to and prevention of potential threats to the homeland and interests abroad.

The Mid-Level Counterterrorism Watchlist Analyst will follow established criteria, standards, and policies as they review intelligence reports and submit analytic recommendations relating to the quality assurance and quality control of watchlist nominations.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• TS/SCI with Poly
• 5+ years of experience; Bachelor's degree desired; with minimum of 5 years' experience in lieu of degree
• Ability to manage multiple sets of data
• Ability to apply operational judgment for decision making, to include accurate reading of reporting (customer and partner documents), intelligence reports, and technical data
• Research and analytical skills to efficiently use Sponsor databases and accurately
• Identify most valuable information
• Exceptional attention to detail and follow-through of SOPs
• Ability to accurately apply nomination criteria and to maintain high quality control standards
• Adept at learning new technologies
• Ability to work shift work and/or extended hours
• Detail-oriented with a proficiency for researching, analyzing, and prioritizing intelligence reports
• Ability to work with IC tools and databases
• Strong problem-solving, analytic, and written and oral communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to accurately follow SOPs
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work well both independently and in a team environment

Salary Range: $80,000 - $100,000

SALARY TRANSPARANCY

There are many factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employee owners value the flexibility at ATS that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, career growth, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad mix of exceptional benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At ATS, you will be eligible to participate in a comprehensive benefits package such as healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more at Employee Resources

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO) STATEMENT

ATS is committed to a program of equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, age, religion/creed, hairstyles and hair textures, handicap/disability, genetic information/history, military/veteran status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by applicable law. We support the employment and advancement in employment of individuals with disabilities and of protected veterans, and we treat qualified individuals without discrimination on the basis of their physical or mental disability or veteran status.