Computer Network Defense Analyst-Senior

NetSage; Maryland; On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

NetSage is seeking Computer Network Defense Analysts to support missions against cyber threats. Candidates must analyze and protect network systems, requiring a TS/SCI clearance as well as experience in vulnerability analysis and incident response.

Ideal candidates possess degrees and extensive experience in relevant fields, demonstrating proficiency in developing network defenses against potential attacks and unauthorized access.

Qualifications

• TS/SCI clearance with polygraph is required.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in relevant field preferred.
• 10 years of experience for A.S., 8 for B.S., 6 for M.S., 4 for PhD.
• Experience with intrusion detection systems and firewalls.
• Ability to develop mitigations to strengthen defenses.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and protect computer network systems.
• Identify and respond to vulnerabilities and attacks.
• Develop mitigations to protect network infrastructure.

Skills

Threat analysis

Vulnerability assessment

Network security

Incident response

Data transport knowledge

Education

A.S. in relevant field

B.S. in relevant field

M.S. in relevant field

PhD in relevant field

Job description

We are seeking Computer Network Defense Analysts (CNDA) to support our customer's missions. The analysts must possess the skills to analyze, map, protect, or discover vulnerabilities, intrusions, and threats in computer network systems. The ideal candidate will have the ability to protect, monitor, detect, analyze, and respond to unauthorized activity within assigned information systems and computer networks. The ability to identify and de‑obfuscate data; analyze system alerts; and report on computer probe and network infiltration attempts on network infrastructure is required. Please consider applying if you have the required qualifications and experience.

Required Qualifications

• TS/SCI with polygraph.
• An Associate of Science (A.S.); Bachelor of Science (B.S.); Master of Science (M.S.); or Doctorate (PhD) 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).
• A.S. + 10 yrs.; B.S. + 8 yrs.; M.S. + 6 yrs.; PhD + 4 yrs. of experience 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.
• Experience collecting information 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.
• Ability to develop mitigations to strengthen network defenses and protect against attacks on network infrastructure devices or systems.
• Demonstratable experience working with a variety 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.