Computer Network Defense Analyst with Security Clearance

RealmOne; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

RealmOne is seeking a Computer Network Defense Analyst (CNDA) to monitor, analyze, and respond to cyber threats. You will use IDS, logs, and incident data to identify vulnerabilities and protect network infrastructure.

The role requires hands-on security experience, and you will craft mitigations to fortify defenses across wired and wireless networks and collaboration platforms. The position emphasizes professional growth, training, and working within a mission-focused team that supports

Qualifications

• Degree must be in Network Engineering, Systems Engineering, Information Technology, or related field
• Active Security Clearance with appropriate Polygraph
• Experience with networking, cyber topics, and data transport methods
• Experience in network or system administration is required

Responsibilities

• Utilize information from IDS, firewalls, logs to identify vulnerabilities and respond to cyber events
• Develop mitigations to strengthen network defenses and defend against attacks on infrastructure
• Support data transport methods including wired, wireless, and collaboration platforms like video conferencing
• Collaborate with team to protect Nation's security

Skills

Vulnerability analysis

Penetration testing

Cybersecurity

Intrusion detection

Network defense

Forensics

Information assurance

Systems engineering

Programming

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Network Engineering / IT / related field

Associate's Degree + relevant experience

Tools

IDS/IPS

Firewalls

Log analysis tools

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. Job Description: We are looking for a Computer Network Defense Analyst (CNDA) with experience in computer or information systems design, programming, cybersecurity, vulnerability analysis, penetration testing, computer forensics, information assurance, and systems engineering. You will 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. Additionally, you will help develop mitigations to strengthen network defenses and protect against attacks on network infrastructure devices or systems. Your work may encompass various data transport methods, including traditional wired networks, wireless transport (Wi-Fi and cellular), and collaborative platforms like video teleconferencing, along with the supporting hardware and software. Experience in network or system administration is also required. 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