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*This position is contingent upon contract award* Amentum is seeking an Assessment Integrator (SME) to support Combatant Command Operations in the Information Environment (OIE) under the Apollo program. The selected candidate will integrate planning, operational execution, and assessment processes to enable data-driven decision-making, campaign effectiveness evaluation, and return-on-investment visibility for information operations across global theaters. As an Assessment Integrator (SME) you will have the opportunity to: * Serve as the lead Assessment Integrator supporting Combatant Command (CCMD) OIE plans and operations, synchronizing assessment activities with campaign objectives and operational design. * Integrate assessment into the Joint Planning Process (JP 5-0), ensuring alignment of Measures of Performance (MOPs) and Measures of Effectiveness (MOEs) with commander intent and desired outcomes. * Develop and implement campaign assessment frameworks that enable continuous evaluation of information operations, including PSYOP and other information force activities. * Synchronize data from multiple sources (operational reporting, intelligence, open-source, and research data) to produce integrated assessments. * Leverage enterprise systems (e.g., C2IE, Maven or equivalent) to capture, manage, and visualize assessment data across planning and execution cycles. * Provide timely, decision-quality assessments and briefings to senior military leadership to support battle rhythm events and operational decision-making. * Enable transparency in campaign effectiveness through quantified assessment outputs, including support to return-on-investment (ROI) analysis. * Collaborate across plans, operations, intelligence, and analytic teams to ensure unity of effort in assessment design and execution Required Qualifications: * Must have an active Top-Secret security clearance and be SCI eligible. Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain a Top-Secret Clearance. * Bachelor's degree linked to data analytics (e.g., math, physics, computer science) OR problem set analysis (e.g., international relations, political science, cultural anthropology, communication studies, etc.) and a minimum of 8 years' experience; minimum of 6 years with MS/MA; minimum of 3 years with PhD * Demonstrated experience supporting Combatant Command (CCMD) or Joint Staff operations * Demonstrated experience with the Joint Planning Process, developing and executing operational or campaign assessments (MOP/MOE frameworks) * Demonstrated experience supporting Operations in the Information Environment (OIE) or PSYOP assessments * Demonstrated experience applying social media-oriented data analytic tool kits towards the evaluations of problem sets in the information environment. * Familiarity with major cloud providers (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud) is essential. * Proficiency in programming languages like Python and R. * Experience with BI tools such as Tableau or Power BI. * Experience with cloud-based data integration. * Experience with building briefs summarizing data and research findings in MS PowerPoint. Preferred Qualifications: * Graduate degree (MS, PhD, etc.) linked to data analytics (e.g., math, physics, computer science) or problem set analysis (e.g., international relations, political science, cultural anthropology, communication studies, etc.). * Experience implementing data standardization / ontology frameworks for operational assessment * Familiarity with automated or AI-enabled assessment tools or platforms * Experience supporting ROI analysis or resource-informed assessment within PPBE processes * Prior role as Assessment Integrator, IO Planner, or Operational Planner * Experience with libraries such as Pandas and NumPy for data manipulation and SciPy for scientific computing. * Experience with machine learning frameworks like scikit-learn, TensorFlow, or PyTorch might be beneficial depending on further responsibilities. * Familiarity with version control and DevOp tools such as Git. * Demonstrated experience applying data analytic tools towards addressing national security issues. * Familiarity with containerization (using Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes) to support cross-domain and scalable solutions. * Joint intelligence or operational experience with U.S. Geographical Combatant Commands. * Prior experience working at a combatant command. * Experience with campaign / operational assessments. * OSINT experience for interpreting the relevance of online trends, themes, narratives, and adversary behaviors in the information environment. * Experience utilizing C2IE (Command and Control of the Information Environment) to record assessment-related data on operations in the information environment (OIE). * Statistical package expertise in IBM SPSS/PASW, R, STATA or MS Excel statistics. Compensation Details:
$130,000 - 180,000 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:
06/26/2026 - 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. 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 .