Senior Data Specialist

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Washington, DC, USA
In-Office
90K-90K Annually
Senior level
Security • Cybersecurity
The Role
Senior Data Specialist oversees eDiscovery data processing, loading, conversion, QA/QC, and productions. Manages processing of standard and special formats (mobile, social, forensic, audio/video), communicates technical issues to legal teams, mentors junior staff, tracks status/stats, and supports migrations from Relativity Server to RelOne. Ensures productions meet ESI specs and participates in technical calls.
Summary Generated by Built In

The Senior Data Specialist position is a senior level position operating under the direction of more senior Contractor IT staff.  Provides oversight functions for Data Specialists performing file manipulation, loading, conversion services, exports, and productions and quality checks of loads and exports.  Develops, evaluates and modifies methodologies and procedures for manipulating files for use with COTS products and litigation support applications.  Performs quality assurance of all EFP services.  Responsible for ensuring that incoming productions are made pursuant to the applicable ESI specifications and when deficiencies are found, provides EFP Manager with detailed notice of deficiencies.

The Senior Data Specialist will

  • Manage and execute all aspects of eDiscovery data processing and data loading.  This includes processing of raw data and loading of load-ready data sets.
  • Process both standard data types and special data formats that may be proprietary, mobile device, social media, forensic images, audio/video, etc.
  • Process mobile devices, creating RSMF files for loading text messages to Relativity.
  • Work with proprietary databases, reports and other non-standard file types.
  • Assist in the migration of data from Relativity Server to RelOne.
  • Manage and execute productions from start to finish including discussion of  production protocols with case team at start of production process and related questions about the production.
  • Communicate directly with legal teams by advising them of errors and issues pertaining to the data sets and recommending fixes as appropriate.
  • Assist junior team members by providing guidance, instruction, and troubleshooting.
  • Perform assigned QC and QA tasks.
  • Participate in teleconferences with producing parties when technical issues need to be discussed and clarified.
  • Track and update stats and statuses for all work in the tracking program.
  • Provide regular and ad-hoc reporting.
  • This is a full-time position (40 hours a week).

Required:

  • Must be able to obtain and maintain Moderate Risk Public Trust (MRPT) facility credentials/authorization. Note: US Citizenship is required for MRPT facility credentials/authorization at this work location.
  • Requires knowledge of litigation discovery process, and the Electronic Discovery Reference Model (EDRM) workflow. 
  • Knowledge of Government’s IT environment, including office automation networks, PC and server based applications preferred.  Working knowledge of personal computers, including Windows, document review software, and encryption methods. 
  • Experience with LAW, IPRO, Relativity, RelOne or other document processing platform.  Familiarity with ICONECT, Relativity, MS Office Suite, and West LiveNote valued. 
  • At least five years’ experience performing eDiscovery roles including but not limited to electronic files processing (EFP), image and data file conversion, data culling using review tools, quality assurance, database loads and retrieval, and data analysis. 
  • Undergraduate degree preferred-preferably in computer science or related field. 

Preferred: 

  • Expert-level knowledge and skill in using Relativity/Relativity One, LAW, and Concordance. Everlaw experience is preferred.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Should be highly technical and understand Oracle and SQL systems.
  • Should be able to create python scripts.
  • Be willing to work on a flexible or deadline driven schedule including occasional evenings and weekends.

       

Compensation Details:

$90,000

       

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:

07/14/2026 - 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.

       

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed,  marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.

Skills Required

  • Obtain and maintain Moderate Risk Public Trust (MRPT) facility credentials/authorization (US Citizenship required).
  • At least five years' experience performing eDiscovery roles (EFP, image/data conversion, data culling, QA, database loads/retrieval, data analysis).
  • Knowledge of litigation discovery process and the Electronic Discovery Reference Model (EDRM) workflow.
  • Experience with LAW, IPRO, Relativity, RelOne or other document processing platforms.
  • Working knowledge of personal computers, including Windows, document review software, and encryption methods.
  • Ability to process mobile devices and create RSMF files for loading text messages to Relativity.
  • Ability to manage and execute productions end-to-end and communicate production protocols with legal teams.
  • Provide QC and QA of EFP services and perform assigned QC/QA tasks.
  • Undergraduate degree preferred (computer science or related).
  • Familiarity with ICONECT, MS Office Suite, and West LiveNote.
  • Expert-level knowledge of Relativity/Relativity One, LAW, and Concordance; Everlaw experience preferred.
  • Understanding of Oracle and SQL systems.
  • Ability to create Python scripts.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills and willingness to work flexible/deadline-driven schedule including occasional evenings/weekends.

Amentum Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Amentum and has not been reviewed or approved by Amentum.

  • 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.
  • Retirement Support Retirement support is positioned as a meaningful part of total rewards through a 401(k) plan with employer matching. Profit-sharing contributions and immediate or near-term vesting in some cases further strengthen the retirement value proposition.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Time-off benefits are presented as solid for the sector, including tiered PTO accrual by tenure and a set of paid holidays. Role-dependent flexible or remote work options and leave programs add to perceived work-life support.

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The Company
HQ: Chantilly, VA
18,261 Employees

What We Do

Amentum is a premier global technical and engineering services partner supporting critical programs of national significance across defense, security, intelligence, energy, and environment. We draw from a century-old heritage of operational excellence, mission focus, and successful execution underpinned by a strong culture of safety and ethics. Headquartered in Germantown, Md., we employ more than 20,000 people in 48 states and 28 foreign countries and territories. Visit us at amentum.com to explore how we deliver excellence for our customers’ most vital missions.

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