SIGINT Analyst – Mid-level

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Newport News, VA, USA
In-Office
Mid level
Security • Cybersecurity
The Role
The Mid-Level SIGINT Analyst provides cryptologic and multi-INT analytic support to global ISR operations, focusing on SIGINT-driven intelligence production and Electronic Warfare analysis in a high-tempo environment.
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Purpose and Impact:

This position is contingent upon award of contract, business needs and funding availability. We are seeking a Mid-Level SIGINT Analyst to provide cryptologic and multi-INT analytic support to the 480 ISRW’s Distributed Ground System (DGS) enterprise. The 480 ISRW delivers global ISR operations, enabling real-time intelligence support to Combatant Commands through distributed processing, exploitation, and dissemination (PED).

The selected candidate will support SIGINT-driven intelligence production, Electronic Warfare analysis, and mission planning, leveraging DCGS architecture, NSA integration, and MAJCOM ISR capabilities. This role requires the ability to operate in a high-tempo, distributed, and multi-domain ISR environment while producing actionable intelligence that drives operational decisions.

Essential Responsibilities:

  • Provide SIGINT and cryptologic support to global ISR operations conducted by the 480 ISRW.
  • Support long-term and strategic planning of cryptologic tasks aligned with Air Force Distributed Common Ground System (DCGS) operations.
  • Analyze ISR data and produce integrated intelligence assessments supporting combat operations and contingency planning.
  • Collaborate with internal DGS elements and NSA/IC partners to refine collection requirements and mission priorities.
  • Produce timely, actionable intelligence products supporting ISR operations and target development.
  • Disseminate intelligence products across multi-domain classified networks utilizing national and theater-level databases and tools.
  • Participate in team-based analytic efforts, including research of complex or multi-faceted intelligence problems.
  • Ensure compliance with all applicable DoD, IC, and program-specific policies
  • Safeguard classified information and adhere to strict security and handling requirements

Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Mental Demands: The position supports sensitive operations and demands strict adherence to IC analytic standards, information security requirements, and professional ethics.

Minimum Requirements (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities):

  • DoD Cyber Workforce Framework (DCWF) code 111 (cyberspace workforce) advanced-level qualification
  • Demonstrated understanding of SIGINT principles, processes, and analytic tradecraft
  • Previous experience supporting the 480 ISRW, DCGS enterprise or distributed PED operations.
  • Familiarity with NSA cryptologic systems and processes
  • Ability to analyze complex, incomplete, or ambiguous intelligence information and structure analysis using trends, patterns, and multiple analytic perspectives
  • Proficiency in ISR PED processes and intelligence databases
  • Knowledge of IC reporting standards and dissemination tools
  • Ability to produce concise, insightful, and well-structured intelligence products.
  • Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
  • Strong verbal communication skills for briefings and collaborative discussions

Additional Requirements:

  • Willingness to comply with all DoD, Air Force, and IC security and conduct standards
  • Ability to complete and maintain required training throughout contract performance
  • Availability to support CONUS and OCONUS missions as required
  • Responsible for maintaining qualifications and training unless Government-directed

Security Clearance Required:

  • TS/SCI eligibility with a favorable Tier 5 (T5) investigation and successful completion of a CI-scope polygraph examination.

Minimum Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution OR an associate’s degree plus 4 additional years of relevant experience (10 years total in lieu of Bachelor’s)

Minimum Years of Experience:

  • 6 years of experience supporting ISR operations, DCGS, or distributed PED environments, with relevant experience within the last 2 years

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Previous experience working within or supporting AF DCGS Analysis and Exploitation Teams (AETs)
  • Background in non-kinetic targeting, cyber intelligence, or electromagnetic spectrum operations
  • Experience integrating SIGINT with other intelligence disciplines
  • Experience briefing Air Force senior leaders or operational staff

As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and compliant work environment, Amentum is a drug-free workplace and requires all personnel to comply with company drug and alcohol policies as a condition of employment.  Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the drug screening process.  Please note that this may include pre-hire screening for marijuana, as well as other federally controlled substances due to Amentum’s role as a federal contractor and trusted partner to the US Government.  

Other Responsibilities:

Safety - Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks and serving on safety committees and teams.

Quality - Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.

Procedure Compliance - Each employee must read, understand and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to his/her job.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

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Skills Required

  • 6 years of experience supporting ISR operations, DCGS, or distributed PED environments
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution OR an associate's degree plus 4 additional years of relevant experience
  • DoD Cyber Workforce Framework (DCWF) code 111 advanced-level qualification
  • Demonstrated understanding of SIGINT principles, processes, and analytic tradecraft
  • Proficiency in ISR PED processes and intelligence databases

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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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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