Open Source Specialist

Amentum•Washington, DC

4d•$90,000 - $105,000•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 Homeland Group is looking for multiple TS SCI-cleared, experienced Open Source Collectors to support our US Government Customer for daytime, swing, and nighttime shifts. The analyst will be responsible for conducting open source research and collection as well as write raw intelligence reports on threats in DHS mission areas including counter-terrorism, domestic terrorism, cyber, critical infrastructure, transnational organized crime, border security, and transportation security. The Open Source Collector position supports 24/7 operations and will work a shift based schedule that can include weekend and holiday hours. Candidates should have the ability to work rotating or fixed schedules as needed by the client.

Requirements

BS/BA degree at a minimum; degrees in international affairs, national security, and history are a plus
Intelligence Community experience preferred.
6+ years’ experience providing open source research and collection support
Strong foreign language skills preferred, but not required.
Strong 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.
Note: US Citizenship is required to maintain a Top-Secret Clearance
Ability to pass DHS Suitability Check

Nice To Haves

degrees in international affairs, national security, and history are a plus
Intelligence Community experience preferred.
Strong foreign language skills preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

Apply curiosity, methodology, and persistence to find and report on answers to intelligence questions in a fast tempo environment
Compose draft intelligence reports adhering to client’s style guide
Perform duties on-site with client at Department of Homeland Security’s Headquarters element
Leverage language ability, cultural knowledge, and context in research activities when applicable