Computer Network Defense Analyst (CNDA)

CACI; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 105,100 - 231,100; Full time

Job summary

CACI is seeking a Computer Network Defense Analyst (CNDA) to defend DoD networks and assist in cyber mission operations. You will leverage logs, IDS, and firewalls to identify threats, develop mitigations, and support secure transport across wired and wireless platforms.

The role emphasizes advanced networking concepts, cloud security, and collaboration with government and contractor teams. TS/SCI with polygraph is required, with travel up to 10% and local labor categories depending on

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with polygraph clearance.
• STEM degree in Network Engineering, Systems Engineering, Information Technology, or related field.
• Experience in computer or information systems design/development, security, vulnerability analysis, or penetration testing.
• Experience in network or system administration.
• Foreign language proficiency may count toward experience.
• Specific labor category determined by experience and education.

Responsibilities

• Identify vulnerabilities and respond to cyber events using IDS, firewalls, logs.
• Develop mitigations to strengthen network defenses and protect against attacks.
• Support data transport across wired and wireless networks and collaboration platforms.
• Advance expertise in networking protocols, cloud security, IoT, and advanced network security.
• Collaborate with government, military, and contractor personnel on intelligence needs.
• Analyze data to form hypotheses, evaluate techniques, and share insights.
• Document and share findings with teammates and stakeholders.

Skills

TS/SCI with polygraph clearance

Cybersecurity experience

Foreign language proficiency

Network or system administration

Education

STEM degree in Network/Systems/IT or related field

Job description

Job Title: Computer Network Defense Analyst (CNDA)Job Category: Information TechnologyTime Type: Full timeMinimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with PolygraphEmployee Type: RegularPercentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%Type of Travel: Local* * *

The Opportunity:
As cyber threats evolve and proliferate at a rapid pace, CACI is at the forefront of cyber network operations (CNO) and enabling information superiority. We help our customers prepare, defend, and sustain their cyber missions and protect their enterprises against cyber threats.

Responsibilities:

As a Computer Network Defense Analyst (CNDA), you will:

• Use information collected from a variety 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.
• Support a wide range 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 enable it all.
• 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.
• Distill, document, contextualize and share your findings--including any new tradecraft that you develop--with teammates, stakeholders, and intelligence consumers.

Qualifications:

• Active TS/SCI with polygraph clearance
• STEM degree in Network Engineering, Systems Engineering, Information Technology, or related field. Extended military cyber training courses may be counted toward degree requirement.
• 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.
• Must also have experience in network or system administration.
• Documented foreign language proficiency may count toward experience requirements.
• Specific labor category determined by years of experience + educational degrees and/or equivalencies.

NextGen salaries are higher than national reflected average

This position is contingent on funding and may not be filled immediately. However, this position is representative of positions within CACI that are consistently available. Individuals who apply may also be considered for other positions at CACI.

What You Can Expect:

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

Since this position can be worked in more than one location, the range shown is the national average for the position.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$105,100-$231,100

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.