Jr. Declassification Analyst

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)).

Essential Responsibilities:

• Analyze, research and make the final recommendation on classified and unclassified records.
• Ability to perform a variety of information management reviews (declassification, FOIA, research, records management, security reviews).
• Participates as a team member but also works 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.
• Ability to correctly apply appropriate review guidance.
• Ability to apply proper records management techniques to ensure the integrity of reviewed material.
• Able to research information and ask questions to make informed decisions.
• Ability to interact with the government client when necessary.
• Leverages professional experience such as intelligence, military, operational security, or foreign affairs training while executing job responsibilities.
• Leads and coordinates new analyst training.
• Plans work, mentors and provides consistent feedback to junior and information management analysts.
• Conducts 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.

Minimum Position Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

• 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.
• Position may require periodic travel within the National Capital Region.
• Must have an Active Top Secret US Government Clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to maintain a Top Secret Clearance.

Physical Demands:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand and/or walk; handle or feel objects; and write. Ability to bend, reach, lift, and carry up to 15 pounds.

Work Environment:

•  This position is performed in a traditional office environment.  

       

Compensation Details:

$65,000 - $70,000

       

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

 

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off and holidays

• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

• Educational reimbursement

• Parental leave

• Employee stock purchase plan

• Tax-saving options

• Disability and life insurance

• Pet insurance

 

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

       

Original Posting:

10/14/2026 - 10/20/2026

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.

       

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 (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed,  marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.