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Security Analyst

Amentum Chantilly, VA

Chantilly, VA

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$85k - $115k/yr Full time Security Clearance Security Clearance Adjudication

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Job Description

Amentum is seeking Security Analysts to support a government customer with adjudicative services. The position focuses on reviewing security clearance documentation and personnel security files, then producing written adjudicative recommendations based on documented case details.

Location and Schedule

The role is based at a fixed customer location in the Washington Metropolitan Area (WMA) in Chantilly, VA and is onsite. Shifts cover 9am to 3pm, Monday through Friday.

Key Responsibilities

Perform a thorough review of security clearance paperwork and personnel security files
Draft and provide written adjudicative recommendations to the customer
Manage and balance a revolving caseload
Deliver case briefings
Conduct effective elicitative interviews, as needed
Learn and use new proprietary computer systems and spend the majority of the workday using computers to review and generate reports
Work onsite at a fixed customer location in the WMA within program core hours (9am-3pm, Monday-Friday)

Required Qualifications

Analytical ability and capability to manage a medium to large, semi-complex workload
Excellent writing and communication skills, along with sound judgment
Demonstrated personal integrity and the ability to handle sensitive, personal, and classified case information discreetly
Ability to comprehend complex, multi-source data and produce succinct, supportable final reports
Knowledge of Intelligence Community Directive (ICD) 704 or Security Executive Adjudicative Directive (SEAD) guidelines
Knowledge and ability to use computer operating systems and tools such as Microsoft Office Suite
Experience performing adjudicative support
Ability to elicit information during an interview with minimal direction and work effectively with a variety of individuals
Strong time management
Ability to identify complex problems, review related information, evaluate options, and implement solutions
Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience with 1 additional year of work experience in a relevant field)
Minimum experience requirement to qualify:
- Two (2) years as a background investigator or administering polygraph testing for entry level, or
- 1 to 7 years performing security or suitability adjudications for mid-senior level
Must have an Active TS/SCI with Polygraph US Government Clearance at time of application. US Citizenship is required to obtain a Top Secret Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

Prior experience supporting this customer

Technologies

Microsoft Office Suite

Compensation

$85,000 to $115,000 per year

Benefits

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

Posting Date

11/09/2026 - Until Filled

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