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Senior Desk Officer

Washington, DC; Washington; District Of Columbia; DC; Washington, District Of Columbia; United States
Full Time On-site

Summary

Job Description

Amentum is seeking a SeniorDesk Officer to 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 Desk Officer, specific duties and functions include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Daily case management oversight of all field investigative activities.
  • Liaison with USIC, FBI, and other law enforcement agencies.
  • Recommend proactive investigative initiatives both internal to IN and across the Intelligence Community.
  • Knowledge and understanding of foreign intelligence service modus operandi and targeting techniques.
  • Developing and promulgating specific CI investigative priorities.
  • Adversary-specific program management activities.
  • Provide support to the full spectrum of the CI program
  • Works closely with the FBI and the USIC to assist in any ongoing espionage, terrorism, or related operations and investigations at responsible facilities.
  • Utilize raw and finished intelligence reports.

Requirements

  • Active Top Secret Clearance
  • Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university or college. An Advanced Degree in relevant technical field is desirable.
  • Minimum of ten (10) years of experience in CI and/or espionage case management, and supervising agents conducting these cases which may be a combination of civil service, or military.
  • Demonstrated evidence of excellent oral and written communication skills, conflict resolution techniques, and proven ability to perform under pressure to meet tight deadlines.
  • Experience with CI databases for recordkeeping and data mining is required.
  • Knowledge of geographic specific subject matter expertise is required.
  • Experience as a primary case agent in counterintelligence case management at DOE, the FBI or DOD.
  • Must have functional computer literacy and be proficient in common computer and network applications.
  • Must demonstrate knowledge of full spectrum of CI activities.

Compensation & Benefits:

  • The annual starting salary for this position is between $166,000-$229,000 annually. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
  • Amentum offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical dental and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, long term and short-term disability insurance, 15 days of paid time off, paid sick and safe time (all under the same umbrella), and 4 weeks of parental leave.

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About Amentum

Amentum

Amentum is one of the largest government services and engineering companies supporting the U.S. military, intelligence community, and federal agencies. Headquartered in Virginia with more than 50,000 employees worldwide, Amentum delivers mission-critical support across defense, cybersecurity, engineering, logistics, intelligence, aviation, nuclear, and space operations. The company plays a major role in helping government agencies solve complex national security and infrastructure challenges.

For job seekers, Amentum offers a wide variety of career opportunities across engineering, cybersecurity, intelligence, logistics, IT, aviation maintenance, program management, and cleared government support roles. The company is especially attractive to veterans, transitioning military personnel, and security-cleared professionals looking to continue supporting national security missions while building long-term career stability. Amentum also has a strong reputation for career mobility, education support, and mission-focused work across hundreds of federal programs.

Unlike many companies focused on a single niche, Amentum supports a broad range of high-impact missions—from military readiness and intelligence operations to NASA programs, cyber modernization, and critical infrastructure support. Employees often work on programs that directly support the Department of Defense, intelligence agencies, and federal civilian missions, creating opportunities to build diverse experience while contributing to meaningful national security outcomes.

As government investment continues to grow in cyber, space, engineering, and mission modernization, Amentum remains one of the strongest employers in the government contracting sector. For professionals seeking a stable, mission-driven career with opportunities for advancement, technical growth, and meaningful impact, Amentum continues to stand out as a top employer in defense and federal services.

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