Ian Antal
About Ian Antal
Ian Antal is a Senior Policy Analyst with extensive experience in military and policy roles, including leadership positions in the U.S. Army and various civilian organizations. He holds advanced degrees in Security Studies and Entrepreneurship from the University of Massachusetts Lowell and The Johns Hopkins University, respectively.
Current Role at Amentum
Ian Antal serves as a Senior Policy Analyst at Amentum, a position he has held since 2021. He operates within the Washington DC-Baltimore Area, contributing to the organization's policy development and analysis efforts. His role involves leveraging his extensive background in military operations and policy to inform strategic decisions and initiatives.
Military Experience
Ian Antal has a significant background in the U.S. Army, where he served in various capacities. He was a Team Leader with the 82nd Airborne Division from 2010 to 2015, stationed at Fort Bragg, NC, and deployed to various locations overseas. Following this, he worked as a Civil Affairs Planner with the 95th Civil Affairs Brigade (Airborne) from 2015 to 2020, further developing his expertise in military operations.
Education and Expertise
Ian Antal has a strong educational foundation in security studies and business. He earned a Master of Arts in Security Studies from the University of Massachusetts Lowell in 2019. He also holds a Master of Business Administration from The Johns Hopkins University - Carey Business School, completed in 2022. Additionally, he received a Bachelor of Arts in International Politics from Penn State University in 2017. His studies have equipped him with expertise in force protection, civil-military cooperation, humanitarian assistance, and governance support.
Professional Background
Before joining Amentum, Ian Antal held various positions that contributed to his professional development. He worked as an Executive Assistant at Gryphon Environmental for eight months in 2020, and as an Emergency Management Specialist at Networking & Engineering Technologies, Inc. from 2020 to 2021. These roles involved collaborating with stakeholders and enhancing organizational capabilities through operational briefings and training.
Skills and Capabilities
Ian Antal possesses a proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and develop relationships with partners and key stakeholders. His skills include preparing and delivering operational briefings, reports, and training aimed at increasing organizational capabilities. His experience in both military and civilian sectors has honed his capacity to achieve objectives in diverse environments.