Analytic Outreach (AO) Division Program Analyst

Amentum•Arlington, VA

2d•$60,000

About The Position

Amentum is seeking an Outreach Analyst to support a fast-paced program at the intersection of national security, international affairs, and public-private engagement. The position builds and sustains relationships between U.S. Government organizations and experts from academic, finance, technology, industry, think tank, media, and creative communities. The analyst identifies emerging voices, convenes discussions, and connects government analysts and decisionmakers with outside perspectives to sharpen analysis and inform strategy. The role manages expert networks, organizes outreach engagements, commissions research, conducts open-source research and analysis, and produces polished reports capturing insights on national security challenges. The position includes a six-month probationary period. Shortlisted candidates must submit a 10–15-page writing sample.

Requirements

Must be a U.S. citizen.
Undergraduate degree and strong academic record in international relations, political science, economics, history, security studies, or a related field.
Minimum SECRET-level clearance.
Exceptional writing and editing skills.
Demonstrated ability to synthesize complex discussions and research into clear written products.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills and a proven ability to build professional relationships.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
Shortlisted candidates must submit a 10–15-page writing sample.

Nice To Haves

Graduate degree in a related field.
Two or more years of experience in outreach, stakeholder engagement, foreign policy, intelligence, national security, public affairs, government relations, research management, or event planning.
Experience engaging with academic, commercial, scientific, financial, or policy communities.
Foreign language proficiency.
Access to reliable transportation for travel to client sites; travel is reimbursable.

Responsibilities

Build, maintain, and expand subject-matter expert networks relevant to national security.
Serve as a day-to-day liaison between U.S. Government stakeholders and outside experts.
Plan and execute conferences, workshops, roundtables, expert boards, exercises, and virtual or hybrid events.
Coordinate complex event logistics, manage events, and communicate administrative details to participants and stakeholders.
Identify and recruit experts to address emerging policy, intelligence, and national security challenges.
Capture key findings from discussions and produce concise, well-written reports for U.S. Government sponsors.
Commission and manage research projects supporting national security and international affairs programs.
Conduct open-source research and analysis on geopolitical, economic, technological, and security developments.
Help develop outreach initiatives that strengthen collaboration between government and non-government communities.