Job Description

Amentum is seeking a Mid-Level Human Intelligence (HUMINT) Targeting Officer support our U.S. Department of Energy and Counterintelligence (DOE-IN) contract. Positions will be based in the Washington, D.C area.

Responsibilities Serves as a HUMINT Targeting Officer (HTO) in support of activities for the identification, collection and dissemination of foreign intelligence (FI), counterintelligence (CI), and cyber intelligence collected from overt HUMINT sources and by other means.

Specific duties and functions include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Compile targeting information into clear concise packages which are delivered to HUMINT collection activities for action.
• Work directly with HUMINT collection managers and collectors as needed to support ongoing HUMINT activities over the entire life cycle of the activity.
• Conduct liaison with national level intelligence organizations as appropriate to effectively develop, coordinate and deconflict activities.

Requirements

• Active Top Secret Clearance
• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university or college, preferably in a field related to geopolitical/national security studies, or other relevant fields. Additional years of experience may be substituted for degree requirements.
• Formal HUMINT collection support and/or HUMINT targeter training from at least one of the following courses (or another equivalent): Joint CI & HUMINT Staff Officer (J2X) course; Joint CI & HUMINT Management Course (JIMC), Joint CI & HUMINT Analysis and Targeting Course (JCHATC); Operational HUMINT Targeting Course (OHTC); CHOTC, FHTC, or Embassy based targeting officer course.
• Seven (7) years’ experience supporting HUMINT activities identifying national security information sources in order to develop new lines of effort for Human Intelligence (HUMINT), Counterintelligence (CI), or technical collection for globally postured strategic customers.
• Experience collaborating with collection managers to identify critical information gaps, conduct CI/HUMINT Mission and Target Analysis, and be able to perform OSINT and classified database research to drive lead generation for potential sources that can resolve intelligence needs.
• Must be able to collaborate effectively with individuals at all levels, and in an environment of fast breaking, dynamic situations.
• Must have strong communication skills and well-developed time management and multitasking abilities.
• Must have prior collection support experience applicable to intelligence issues central to the Department’s mission such as advanced science and technology, commercial or military nuclear technology, weapons of mass destruction nonproliferation/counter-proliferation, energy security, and cyber security, or other relevant areas.
• Possess knowledge of research methodologies and toolsets, and specific experience with manipulating large datasets using common data analysis and visualization software.
• Experience with a primary USIC agency, HUMINT support training, and broad range of IC contacts is desired.

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Compensation Details:

$115,000-150,000

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:

03/09/2026 - 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.

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