Continuous Evaluation (CE) / Vetting (CV) Investigator Level III

Amentum is seeking a Continuous Evaluation (CE) / Vetting (CV) Investigator Level 3 to support the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) in Springfield, VA.

Duties include:

• Document, file, update, and maintain all investigative actions in the PeopleSoft (PS) and SISPV SharePoint (SP) security system of records
• Collect, research, investigate, resolve security concerns, and document findings in accordance with Federal Investigative Standards (FIS) Expandable Focused Investigation (EFI) Module. Complete a Report of Investigation (ROI) not to exceed a 5% error rate and forward to the Adjudications Branch (SISPA) all relevant information received from investigated subjects for a final adjudicative determination within established Personnel Security Division (SISP) timelines.
• Collaborate, coordinate, and share information with internal/external stakeholders (e.g. NGA Office of the Inspector General, Office of Counter Insider Threat, Office of Counterintelligence, Office of General Council, Human Development), and/or others as directed by SISPV leadership.
• Collect and develop information from a variety of sources. Follow-up as appropriate to ensure timely action on all CEP events.
• Prepare quality ROIs which are accurate, detailed, succinct and in an organized manner not to exceed a 5% error rate.
• Coordinate with sources to resolve missing or discrepant information. Ensure attention to detail is thorough when resolving data sets.
• Prepare all applicable filer notifications regarding SFDP to NGA filers at intervals specified by the program.
• Investigate and process CE/CV cases in the timeframes designated by the SFDP Team Lead for that filing season.
• Accurately access the 13 adjudicative guidelines/areas of concern in accordance with the FIS Expandable Focused Investigation (EFI), new Federal Personnel Vetting Investigative Standards, and SEAD (3, 4, & 6) guidance

Required:

• TS/SCI clearance and must be willing to undergo a polygraph exam
• Minimum 7-10 years of personnel security background investigation experience.
• Comprehensive interview skills to detect anomalies, issue resolution follow-up, and obtaining coverage for developed information.
• Clear and concise writing skills.
• Positive, engaging communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills to ensure required timelines pertaining to the new Federal Personnel Vetting Investigative Standards, current Federal Investigative Standards (FIS) and Expandable Focused Investigation (EFI) requirements are met

Desired:

• Certification, Federal Background Investigator Training Program (FBITP)
• Certification, General Investigator (GS1810 series)

Compensation Details:
$120,000

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:
02/27/2026 - 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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