Computer Network Defense Analyst

Culper Technology; Maryland; On-site; USD 220,000 - 255,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% Paid Healthcare

100% Vis/Denal coverage

401k with company match

Job summary

Culper Technology is seeking experienced Computer Network Defense Analysts (CNDAs) to support IC operations through our Next Generation Analysts portfolio. You will help identify, analyze, and defend against cyber threats while delivering intelligence to support national security.

Join a collaborative team of government, military, and contractor professionals to analyze data from intrusion detection systems, firewalls, and cloud environments, and to communicate findings to stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with a current polygraph.
• Bachelor's degree in Network Engineering, Systems Engineering, IT, CS, Cybersecurity, or a related STEM field.
• Experience in design/development, software, cybersecurity, or systems engineering.
• Hands-on network and/or systems administration experience.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze data from IDS, firewalls, network traffic, and logs to identify vulnerabilities and threats.
• Analyze security incidents and develop mitigation strategies to strengthen defenses.
• Support diverse networks including wired, wireless, cloud, and enterprise communications.
• Perform cybersecurity analysis across networks, cloud, IoT, and advanced architectures.
• Collaborate with government, military, and contractor personnel to support mission objectives.
• Document and present findings and recommendations to technical teams and customers.

Skills

TS/SCI clearance

Cybersecurity

Network security

Penetration testing

Digital forensics

Systems engineering

Information technology

Foreign language

Education

Bachelor's degree in Network Engineering, Systems Engineering, IT, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related STEM

Job description

Why join Culper Technology?

At Culper Technology, We take pride in serving the mission with exceptional quality, value, and service. Our team members are at the core of everything we do, and we treat them like family, providing support for both their professional and personal goals. With an employee-first mindset, we believe that when our people succeed, so do our customers and partners. We promote open communication, encourage professional development, and foster idea-sharing across teams to create a collaborative and innovative environment. We are seeking talented team members who share our passion for excellence, integrity, and pride while being a part of an incredible team.

Benefits

Some of our top-tier benefits include:

• 100% Paid Healthcare
• 100% Paid Vision and Dental
• Generous 10% 401k gift
• 4 weeks PTO with 11 paid holidays
• Professional Development stipend
• Technical Device Allotment
• Wellness Program
• Recognition Program
• Exclusive Events and Culture Initiatives

EEO Statement

Culper Technology is dedicated to fostering a work environment that values diversity and is free from discrimination. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We adhere to all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing equal employment opportunity. This policy applies to all employees, including managers, supervisors, and all levels of staff within the organization. All employment decisions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, and termination, are made without discrimination based on protected characteristics.

About the role

We are seeking experienced Computer Network Defense Analysts (CNDAs) to support mission-critical Intelligence Community (IC) operations through our Next Generation Analysts portfolio. As part of a collaborative team of government, military, and contractor professionals, you'll help identify, analyze, and defend against evolving cyber threats while delivering intelligence that directly supports our nation's security.

What you'll do

• Monitor and analyze data from intrusion detection systems, firewalls, network traffic, and host system logs to identify vulnerabilities, investigate cyber events, and detect emerging threats.
• Analyze security incidents and develop mitigation strategies to strengthen network defenses and protect critical systems and infrastructure.
• Support and secure a variety of network environments, including wired and wireless networks, cloud technologies, video teleconferencing platforms, and other enterprise communication systems.
• Perform network and cybersecurity analysis across diverse technologies, including networking protocols, cloud environments, Internet of Things (IoT) devices, and advanced security architectures.
• Collaborate with government, military, and contractor personnel to support mission objectives, share intelligence, and coordinate cyber defense efforts.
• Apply critical thinking and analytical techniques to evaluate complex datasets, identify patterns, and generate actionable intelligence.
• Document, communicate, and present findings, recommendations, and newly developed tradecraft to technical teams, stakeholders, and intelligence customers.

Qualifications

• ActiveTS/SCI clearance with a current polygraph.
• Bachelor's degree in Network Engineering, Systems Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related STEM field. Applicable military cyber training may be considered in lieu of certain educational requirements.
• Experience in one or more of the following areas: computer or information systems design and development, software programming, cybersecurity, network security, vulnerability analysis, penetration testing, digital forensics, information assurance, or systems engineering.
• Hands‑on experience with network and/or systems administration.
• Foreign language proficiency may be considered toward meeting certain experience requirements.
• Labor category and level will be determined based on a combination of relevant experience, education, and applicable equivalencies.

The pay range for this role is:

220,000 - 255,000 USD per year (Annapolis Junction, MD)