Foreign Investment Risk 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. Amentum is looking for a dynamic, flexible and adaptive foreign investment risk analysts to support the U.S. Department of Defense in its participation in Team Telecom (recently renamed the Committee for the Assessment of Foreign Participation in the United States Telecommunications Services Sector and other foreign transaction risk analysis missions. The successful candidate will be responsible for evaluating the risk posed by foreign investment in the telecommunications and information technology sectors. The Telecommunications Risk Analyst will coordinate with internal DoD stakeholders and DOJ/DHS counterparts to conduct timely technical reviews and develop risk-based analyses in support of DoD CIO’s role as a program manager on the Committee for the Assessment of Foreign Participation in the United States Telecommunications Services Sector. Candidates must be well-organized, detail-oriented, and team-focused, with demonstrably strong interpersonal, research, and critical thinking skills. The ability to write succinctly and manage deadlines will be paramount. Strong candidates should also possess a combination of the following: Review and understand cyber risks, policy, and provide recommendations. Familiarity with risk analysis (either national security, commercial, or financial). Experience with risk mitigation term development. Exposure to/experience with Systems Engineering concepts and methodologies. Experience with Team Telecom/ Committee for the Assessment of Foreign Participation in the United States Telecommunications Services Sector AND/OR Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States case management processes. Ability to conduct open-source research on companies Experience writing for and briefing senior executives/leadership. Intra-agency and interagency coordination experience. Required/Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, engineering, mathematics physics, or similar technical discipline with 5 or more years’ relevant experience OR Master’s Degree in any field + 9 years’ experience Experience with Team Telecom and/or CFIUS and/or analyzing the national security risks of foreign direct investment in the United States OR managing private sector compliance with Government mandates desired but not essential. Must have an Active Top Secret SCI 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 Lift up to 25 pounds, bend, reach, carry, stoop, kneel, climb, etc Compensation Details: $115,000- $125,000 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: 06/02/2026 - 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. Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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