Computer Network Defense Analyst

RealmOne; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 91,000 - 263,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare Coverage + Insurance

401K - 10% total contribution

Paid Time Off + Holidays

Educational & Professional Development

Flexible work schedules

Parental leave and adoption assistance

Company training and mentoring

Job summary

RealmOne—a Columbia, MD-based cyber and analytics firm—seeks analysts to defend national security networks. The role focuses on exploiting, detecting, and protecting critical infrastructure, using logs and sensors to identify threats and develop mitigations.

Ideal candidates hold degrees in IT/engineering fields and have progressive experience, including security clearances. The team supports multiple contract modalities and exposes you to cutting-edge defense work.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree with 4 years of experience OR Bachelor's Degree with 2 years of experience.
• Level 2: Associate's Degree with 7 years of experience or Bachelor's Degree with 5 years, Master's with 3 years, or PhD with 2 years.
• Level 3: Associate's Degree with 10 years or Bachelor's with 8 years, Master's with 6, or PhD with 4.
• Level 4: Associate's Degree with 13 years or Bachelor's with 11 years, Master's with 9, or PhD with 7.
• 18 semester hours of military training/coursework in networking, computer science, or cyber topics is equivalent to an Associate's degree.
• Degree must be in Network Engineering, Systems Engineering, Information Technology, or related field (e.g., General Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Forensics, Cyber Security, Software Engineering, Information Assurance, or Computer Security)

Responsibilities

• Utilize information from intrusion detection systems, firewalls, network traffic logs, and host system logs to identify vulnerabilities and defend against threats.
• Develop mitigations to strengthen network defenses and protect network infrastructure devices or systems.
• Support data transport methods including wired networks, wireless transport, video conferencing, and related hardware/software.

Skills

Intrusion detection

Cyber analysis

Network defense

Threat identification

Education

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

PhD

Military training equivalent (18 sem hrs)

Job description

Job Brief

Computer network, intrusion detection, network traffic

Job Description

RealmOne is FOCUSED on you!

RealmOne was built on the principle that people matter first and foremost. We believe in providing a strong work/life balance by investing in our employees and encouraging professional and personal growth. We do this by offering exceptional benefits, flexible schedules, and the tools necessary to achieve success through paid training, mentoring, and the opportunity to work alongside top-notch industry professionals.

Join us on this journey as we execute this mission-critical contract providing intelligence and cyber analysis support!

Your effort and expertise are crucial to the success and execution of this impactful mission. This opportunity supports a team of Exploitation Analysts, Digital Network Exploitation Analysts, Target Digital Network Analysts, and Cyber Network Defense Analysts, responsible for improving, protecting, and defending our Nation's Security.

The Computer Network Defense Analyst shall possess the following capabilities:

• Utilize information from various sources, such as intrusion detection systems, firewalls, network traffic logs, and host system logs, to identify potential vulnerabilities, respond to cyber events, and defend against possible threats.
• Develop mitigations to strengthen network defenses and protect against attacks on network infrastructure devices or systems.
• Support a wide range of data transport methods, including traditional wired networks, wireless transport (such as Wi-Fi and cellular), collaborative platforms like video teleconferencing, and the associated hardware and software.

Qualifications:

• Level 1:
• Associate's Degree with 4 years of experience or Bachelor's Degree with 2 years of experience
• Level 2:
• Associate's Degree with 7 years of experience or Bachelor's Degree with 5 years of experience, Master's Degree with 3 years of experience, or PhD with 2 years of experience
• Level 3:
• Associate's Degree with 10 years of experience or Bachelor's Degree with 8 years of experience, Master's Degree with 6 years of experience, or PhD with 4 years of experience
• Level 4:
• Associate's Degree with 13 years of experience or Bachelor's Degree with 11 years of experience, Master's Degree with 9 years of experience, or PhD with 7 years of experience
• All Levels:
• 18 semester hours of military training/coursework in networking, computer science, or cyber topics is equivalent to an Associate's degree
• Degree must be in Network Engineering, Systems Engineering, Information Technology, or related field (e.g., General Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Forensics, Cyber Security, Software Engineering, Information Assurance, or Computer Security)

Position requires active Security Clearance with appropriate Polygraph

Pay Range: 91,000-263,000

The RealmOne pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Our approach to crafting offers considers various factors to establish an equitable and competitive compensation package. These considerations include, but are not limited to, the extent and intricacy of the role's responsibilities, the candidate's educational background, their work experience, and the specific competencies crucial for success in the role.

RealmOne Benefits:

• Healthcare Coverage + Insurance: Medical: Three (3) rich healthcare options through CareFirst with 100% or majority company-paid premiums. Tax-advantaged health savings account available with generous employer contribution. Dental + Vision: 100% employer-paid for employees and family with buy-up option available.
• Retirement + Savings: 401K - 10% TOTAL CONTRIBUTION - 5% safe harbor - 5% annual profit share. Immediate vested, no match required!
• Paid Time Off + More: 4 weeks starting PTO - 11 federal holidays + 2 floating holidays - Paid hours for company-required training.
• Career Growth + Development: Access to FREE 24/7 learning via Udemy - Opportunities to participate in tech councils, industry initiatives, etc. - $7,500 annual Educational & Professional Development Assistance.
• MORE BENEFITS...FOR EVERY LIFESTYLE! - Paid parental leave - Adoption assistance - Annual swag drops - Flexible work schedules - -Generous referral bonus program - Employee appreciation + family-friendly corporate events ...and much more.

ABOUT US

• RealmOne is a mid-sized science and technology company dedicated to solving our customers' toughest mission challenges.
• Headquartered in Columbia, MD., RealmOne supplies advanced cybersecurity, data science and software engineering services and products to customers in the Government and commercial sectors.
• RealmOne delivers encompassing mission assurance and critical systems support to government customers across various U.S. locations to include Colorado, Georgia, Hawaii, Texas, Utah, and Virginia.
• RealmOne has earned numerous awards, including being named a Top Workplace by the Baltimore Sun. With more than 30+ active contracts, 12 of which are prime, RealmOne stands as a premier innovator supporting the Government and Department of Defense, with team members located nationwide.

Disclaimer:

Benefits packages offered by RealmOne are subject to variation and may differ based on work location, clearance level, and other eligibility criteria. Specific eligibility, availability, and scope of benefits are not guaranteed, may differ from those generally described, and remain subject to modification at the sole discretion of the company.