Amentum is seeking a Senior Cyber Technical Analyst to support our U.S. Department of Energy and Counterintelligence (DOE-IN) contract. Position is in Chantilly, VA.
Responsibilities: Serves as Cyber Technical Analyst, specific duties and functions include, but are not limited to:
• Possess the ability to leverage technical knowledge and methods to identify and monitor cyber activities to respond to urgent CI mission requirements.
• Provide integrated cyber-technical analytic expertise in support of DOE Counterintelligence missions.
• Support DOE CI programs in development of policies and procedures, as well as program development and oversight, related to the CI-cyber mission
• Conduct complex cyber analytical activities, evaluation of information/technical/physical security systems and practices, CI-cyber investigations, and related duties.
• Identify, investigate, and analyze complex events of cyber significance.
• Assist in the development and application of advanced tools for applying cyber security and analysis practices to the CI-cyber mission. Perform all-source intelligence analysis to determine and report on characteristics of various systems/issues and other project/program objectives.
• Collect data, analyze results, and prepare reports relating to project/program objectives.
• Establish liaison contacts with DOE program offices and USIC and law enforcement agencies to ensure effective and efficient collaboration of complex cyber-related CI issues.
• Provide time-sensitive mission support to identify, understand, pursue and mitigate advanced persistent cyber threats and anomalous cyber behaviors on stakeholder networks.
• Maintain competencies on technology, tools, and cyber technical tradecraft to achieve CI-cyber mission objectives.
Requirements
• Active Top Secret/SCI Clearance
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is required.
• Ten (10) years of experience in technical cyber analysis.
• Advanced experience in understanding and detection of foreign intelligence activity or malicious insider activity in the cyber domain and demonstrated ability to correlate CNO tactics, techniques, and procedures to known or suspected cyber threat actors.
• Experience in complex cyber investigations and use of the latest and most advanced cyber forensics-analysis tools, multi-source intelligence analysis, knowledgeable of USIC 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 complex 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 cyber requirements related to the conduct of cyber activities 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 is required.
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:
08/13/2026 - Until FilledAmentum 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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Skills Required
- Active Top Secret/SCI clearance
- Ten years of experience detecting foreign intelligence activity in the cyber domain and correlating CNO tactics, techniques, and procedures to threat actors
- Experience in cyber investigations and use of cyber forensics analysis tools and multi-source intelligence analysis; knowledge of U.S. intelligence community activities
- Experience dealing with cyber-based investigations and national security matters
- Ability to conduct independent research and work with team members and partner agencies
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills; experience conducting cyber interviews and defensive briefings/debriefings
- Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and meet short deadlines
- Knowledge of DOE security and counterintelligence requirements related to cyber activities, investigations, and defensive operations (federal law, Executive Orders, Intelligence Directives)
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
- Knowledge of DOE Orders, DOE/NNSA facilities, policies and procedures
- Demonstrated creativity, innovation, flexibility, and analytical problem-solving skills
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare offerings are described as comprehensive, with medical, dental, and vision plans and multiple PPO/HSA options. Mental health support via an employee assistance program and other wellness resources is also included in the benefits mix.
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