Jr. Declassification Analyst

Amentum•Washington, DC

5d•$65,000 - $70,000•Onsite

About The Position

Amentum is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions, trusted by the United States and its allies to address their most significant and complex challenges in science, security and sustainability. Our people apply undaunted curiosity, relentless ambition and boundless imagination to challenge convention and drive progress. Our commitments are underpinned by the belief that safety, collaboration and well-being are integral to success. Headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia, we have approximately 50,000 employees in more than 70 countries across all 7 continents. The Declassification Analyst will use their analytical skills to apply policy and procedures created by the client in conducting second-tier reviews on different review mediums (declassification, research, records management, security reviews, Freedom of Information Act (FOIA)).

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in History, Political Science, International Affairs, Security Studies or related field of study and at least 1 - 3 years relevant experience; or 3 -5 years direct experience in declassification, research, FOIA, public policy, intelligence, military weapons systems, or records management/museum experience may be substituted.
Experience in one or more of the following areas: working in a group environment, working either independently or under minimal supervision, working in a fluid setting.
Good oral and written communication skills.
Working knowledge of word-processing and integrated software applications.
Organizational skills and ability to perform detail-oriented work are required.
Must have an Active Top Secret US Government Clearance.
US Citizenship is required to maintain a Top Secret Clearance.

Responsibilities

Analyze, research and make the final recommendation on classified and unclassified records.
Perform a variety of information management reviews (declassification, FOIA, research, records management, security reviews).
Participate as a team member but also work independently to adjudicate decisions on documents (independent research is also required).
Proper understanding of document markings and ultimately proper handling.
Strong understanding of classification, declassification, and FOIA exemption categories.
Adept at recognizing actual and possible nuclear weapons and intelligence information in all types of documents.
Correctly apply appropriate review guidance.
Apply proper records management techniques to ensure the integrity of reviewed material.
Research information and ask questions to make informed decisions.
Interact with the government client when necessary.
Leverage professional experience such as intelligence, military, operational security, or foreign affairs training while executing job responsibilities.
Lead and coordinate new analyst training.
Plan work, mentor and provide consistent feedback to junior and information management analysts.
Conduct reinforcement training for junior and information management analysts.
May be asked to lead small ad hoc teams of short duration.
Perform all other position related duties as assigned or requested.