Computer Network Defense Analyst 2-4 with Security Clearance

Weeghman & Briggs, LLC; Maryland; On-site; USD 113,000 - 272,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Onsite work in Maryland

Job summary

Weeghman & Briggs, LLC seeks a motivated Computer Network Defense Analyst 2-4 to support critical government initiatives in Annapolis Junction, MD. This onsite role requires TS/SCI with Polygraph and offers growth within a mission-driven team.

You will analyze network data, develop mitigations, and collaborate with government and contractor personnel to protect national security interests, with opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• > Education: Degree in Network Engineering, Systems Engineering, IT, or related field. Up to 18 semester hours of military networking/cyber coursework equivalent to an Associate degree.
• > Experience: Computer/network security, vulnerability analysis, penetration testing, information assurance, and/or systems engineering. Includes network/system administration. Equivalencies may apply.
• > Level qualifications show structured experience requirements matching years of education.

Responsibilities

• Use data from intrusion detection systems, firewalls, network logs, and host logs to identify vulnerabilities and respond to cyber events.
• Help develop mitigations to strengthen network defenses against attacks on network infrastructure devices or systems.
• Work across wired, wireless, and collaboration platforms and understand related hardware/software.
• Advance expertise in networking protocols, cloud security, IoT, and advanced network security.
• Collaborate with government, military, and contractor personnel on mission-relevant intelligence.

Skills

Cyber defense

Threat hunting

Network analysis

Incident response

Log analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Networking/Engineering/IT

Tools

IDS

Firewalls

Log analysis tools

Job description

Computer Network Defense Analyst 2-4 Location: Annapolis Junction, MD | Onsite Clearance Required: TS/SCI with Polygraph Employment Type: Full-Time Salary Range: $147,000-$272,000 Join a Growing Team at Weeghman & Briggs Weeghman & Briggs is seeking a motivated and mission-driven Computer Network Defense Analyst 2-4 to support critical government initiatives in Annapolis Junction, MD. Founded in 2016 by Anthony Jordan, Weeghman & Briggs specializes in delivering high-impact analytical services to Government Agencies and private organizations. Since our founding, we have partnered with a range of federal entities and private corporations, earning a strong reputation as a trusted, results-driven company with an exceptional team of professionals. As we continue to expand across current programs and upcoming contract awards, we are looking for talented individuals who want to contribute, grow, and build something meaningful alongside us. At Weeghman & Briggs, you're more than a number, you're part of the team. We've built a culture where your opinion matters, your voice is heard, and your contributions make a direct impact on mission success. Our growth creates opportunity for advancement, leadership visibility, and long-term career development while maintaining the supportive, close-knit environment that sets us apart. If you're ready to grow your career while supporting important national missions, we'd love to connect with you.

What You’ll Do

• Use information collected from a variety of sources (e.g., intrusion detection systems, firewalls, network traffic logs, and host system logs) to identify potential vulnerabilities, respond to cyber events that occur, and defend against events that might occur.
• Help develop mitigations to strengthen network defenses and protect against attacks on network infrastructure devices or systems.
• Your work may span the gamut of data transport possibilities, such as traditional wired networks, wireless transport (including Wi‑Fi and cellular), collaborative platforms such as video teleconferencing, and the hardware and software that support it all.
• You can advance your career as you develop increasing expertise in networking protocols and architectures, cloud security, Internet of Things protocols, and advanced network security.
• Be part of a team, working together with government, military, and contractor personnel to develop shared understandings of intelligence needs, mission relevance, and areas of expertise.
• Apply your innate curiosity and analytical talent to form hypotheses, critically assess and choose analysis techniques, then query, merge, enrich, evaluate, and pivot within data to attain and share insights.

What You Bring

• Education: Degree 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). Up to 18 semester hours of military training/coursework in networking, computer science, or cyber topics is equivalent to an Associate degree.
• Experience: Relevant experience must be in computer or information systems design/development, programming, information/cyber/network security, vulnerability analysis, penetration testing, computer forensics, information assurance, and/or systems engineering. Additionally, must have experience in network or system administration. If not credited toward education requirements, completion of military training in a relevant area such as JCAC (Joint Cyber Analysis Course), Undergraduate Cyber Training (UCT), Network Warfare Bridge Course (NWBC)/Intermediate Network Warfare Training (INWT), Cyber Defense Operations will be considered towards relevant experience requirement (i.e., 20- to 24-week courses will count as 6 months of experience; 10-14 weeks will count as 3 months of experience). In some cases, foreign language proficiency may also be used to satisfy experience requirements; recent Interagency Language Roundtable (ILR) scores are required to substantiate your proficiency level. The total of all experience equivalencies is capped at half of the required years of experience. Level Qualifications: Specific labor category determined by years of experience + educational degrees
• Level 1
• 2 years applicable experience with a bachelor's degree, OR
• 4 years' applicable experience with associate degree
• Level 2
• 2 years applicable experience with a PhD, OR
• 3 years applicable experience with a master's degree, OR
• 5 years applicable experience with a bachelor's degree, OR
• 7 years' applicable experience with an associate degree
• Level 3
• 4 years applicable experience with a PhD, OR
• 6 years applicable experience with a master's degree, OR
• 8 years applicable experience with a bachelor's degree, OR
• 10 years' applicable experience with an associate degree
• Level 4
• 7 years applicable experience with a PhD, OR
• 9 years applicable experience with a master's degree, OR
• 11 years applicable experience with a bachelor's degree, OR
• 13 years' applicable experience with an associate degree

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation & Benefits The projected salary range for this position is $113,000-$265,000, dependent upon experience, qualifications, and contract requirements. At Weeghman & Briggs, we believe our people are our greatest strength. We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support you both professionally and personally. Learn more about our comprehensive benefits here:
https://weeghmanandbriggs.com/summary-of-employee-benefits/

Equal Employment Opportunity Weeghman & Briggs is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. *