Source Specialist

Open Source Collector (TS SCI)

Amentum is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions, trusted by the United States and its allies to address complex challenges in science, security and sustainability. Headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia, we have approximately 50,000 employees in more than 70 countries.

• Conduct open‑source research and collection to support DHS mission areas, including counter‑terrorism, domestic terrorism, cyber, critical infrastructure, transnational organized crime, border security and transportation security.
• Compose draft intelligence reports adhering to the client’s style guide.
• Perform duties on‑site with the client at Department of Homeland Security’s Headquarters element.
• Leverage language ability, cultural knowledge and context in research activities when applicable.
• Support 24/7 operations and work a shift‑based schedule that can include weekend and holiday hours; candidates must be able to work rotating or fixed schedules as needed.

• BS/BA degree, with a background in international affairs, national security or history preferred.
• 6+ years of open‑source research and collection support;
  Intelligence Community experience preferred.
• Strong foreign language skills preferred, but not required.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
• Experience using a variety of research methods and an ability to identify emerging trends or important developments.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Active Top‑Secret clearance with SCI US Government Clearance required; US citizenship is required to maintain a Top‑Secret Clearance.
• Ability to pass DHS Suitability Check.

• This position is performed in a traditional office environment.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, use hands to type or write, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

The annual starting salary for this position is between $90,000 and $105,000.

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Life insurance
• Short‑term and long‑term disability insurance
• Paid time off and parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax‑saving options
• Pet insurance (subject to eligibility)

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, age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin or citizenship status, or any other protected class as required by federal, state or local law.

01/05/2026 – 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.