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Amentum is supporting the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) in providing specialized training, advisory and mentoring services to host nations under the Criminal Division’s International Criminal Investigative Training and Assistance Program (ICITAP). https://www.justice.gov/criminal-icitap.
ICITAP is a cornerstone of America’s global strategy for combating transnational crime, terrorism, countering trafficking in persons, establishing rule of law and enhancing human rights in developing countries. Amentum is the contract service provider to the DOJ ICITAP and Overseas Prosecutorial Development, Assistance and Training (OPDAT) programs.
The U.S. Department of State Bureau of Counterterrorism-funded ICITAP Philippines program supports the Philippine National Police–Special Action Force Rapid Deployment Battalion (PNP-SAF RDB), particularly its ability to detect, investigate, disrupt, and respond to terrorist threats in Mindanao. Assistance includes operational assessments, specialized training, technical mentoring, and equipment support.
Please Note: This is an Independent Contractor position with Amentum, it should not be considered an employment relationship with Amentum.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Amentum is seeking a qualified Senior Tactical Law Enforcement Advisor for a full-time, Manila-based assignment supporting DOJ/ICITAP’s Philippines counterterrorism program. Reporting operationally to the ICITAP Law Enforcement Assistance Attaché (LEAA) at U.S. Embassy Manila, the Advisor will serve as the principal tactical subject matter expert for PNP-SAF RDB capacity development. The Advisor will assess operational readiness, identify training and equipment needs, guide implementation of approved assistance, mentor Philippine counterparts, and evaluate results. Periodic travel throughout the Philippines, including Mindanao, is required, subject to U.S. Government security restrictions. Anticipated start: January 2027; program support is planned through September 2028, subject to funding and contract requirements.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
•Serve as ICITAP’s senior tactical advisor to the PNP-SAF RDB and provide operationally grounded recommendations to the LEAA and designated program management personnel.
•Lead assessments of designated RDB units, including the 81st through 85th Special Action Companies, examining readiness, tactical proficiency, training, equipment, deployment capability, and operational gaps.
•Assess capabilities in intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance; tactical communications; maritime interdiction; operational mobility; casualty response; and advanced tactical planning.
•Prepare written capability assessments, prioritized training and procurement recommendations, phased assistance plans, and practical sustainment strategies aligned with approved program objectives.
•Develop, coordinate, oversee, and, when appropriate, deliver specialized tactical law enforcement training; provide technical oversight to instructors and subject matter experts.
•Mentor PNP-SAF leaders and personnel on operational planning, coordination, decision-making, training standards, procedures, and unit effectiveness.
•Evaluate existing equipment and advise on technical specifications, suitability, procurement priorities, acceptance, accountability, maintenance, and utilization in coordination with authorized procurement personnel.
•Coordinate with PNP-SAF leadership, ICITAP staff, U.S. Embassy and interagency partners, and implementing personnel to complement existing assistance and avoid duplication.
•Work with Philippine national staff and designated Mindanao-based personnel on assessments, training coordination, stakeholder engagement, and follow-up activities.
•Support performance monitoring, outcome evaluation, after-action reviews, and required biweekly, quarterly, and other program reporting; maintain accurate records of activities and deliverables.
•Identify implementation risks and recommend corrective actions while promoting professional conduct, accountability, and applicable human rights standards.
•Conduct approved domestic travel to operational units, training sites, and partner facilities, including Mindanao; perform other related duties as directed by ICITAP leadership.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
•U.S. citizenship and eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance, if required.
•Minimum 10 years of progressively responsible experience in tactical law enforcement, counterterrorism, special operations, or closely related operational disciplines.
•Significant senior-level operational, supervisory, instructional, or advisory experience with a recognized U.S. law enforcement agency, military special operations organization, or comparable institution.
•Demonstrated ability to plan and assess specialized operations, identify capability gaps, develop training and equipment recommendations, and oversee instructors and program activities.
•Experience developing or delivering training, evaluating operational performance, and preparing clear written assessments and reports.
•Strong leadership, diplomacy, communication, professional judgment, cultural sensitivity, and ability to work independently with senior foreign and U.S. Government counterparts.
•Knowledge of operational risk management, tactical planning, accountability, and professional law enforcement standards.
•Proficiency in Microsoft Office and willingness to reside full-time in Manila and travel within the Philippines, including Mindanao, as authorized
•Clearable: Must be able to obtain and maintain a US Government Public Trust. Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain a US Government Public Trust.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
•International law enforcement advisory, training, mentoring, or institutional capacity-building experience, preferably in Southeast Asia or the Indo-Pacific.
•Experience with U.S. Embassy Country Teams, DOJ/ICITAP, Department of State counterterrorism assistance, or other U.S. Government foreign assistance programs.
•Background in specialized tactical or counterterrorism units and familiarity with maritime operations, ISR, tactical communications, mobility, or advanced operational planning.
•Experience developing equipment specifications, readiness assessments, standard operating procedures, sustainment plans, and performance reports.
•Familiarity with the Philippine security environment, particularly Mindanao, and joint police–military or interagency coordination.