Cyber Analyst

Applied Network Solutions Inc; Corridor North (MD); On-site; USD 100,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family medical, dental & vision

PTO

401(k) with 6% company match

Professional development

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

Applied Network Solutions, Inc. is seeking a Protocol Analyst to join our cybersecurity and networking team.

You will analyze protocol data to determine traffic patterns, identify targets, and document tactics, techniques, and procedures to strengthen defensive operations. Requirements include an active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph, 4+ years in signals analysis and a degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a physical science.

Qualifications

• ProFORMA focus with signal characteristics and protocol analysis.
• Strong performance in networking and protocols required; RF signal analysis a plus.
• Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph.
• Experience levels mapped to years: 4/7/10/13 years depending on level.

Responsibilities

• Analyze protocol data to determine traffic patterns.
• Identify, locate, and track targets; categorize/document TTPs.

Skills

Signal analysis

RF signal analysis

Networking protocols

COMINT/ELINT experience

Education

Engineering/Mathematics/CS/Physical Science degree

Job description

Description

Who we are:

At Applied Network Solutions (ANS), we bring together some of the most curious minds in networking and cybersecurity. ANS was founded to disrupt the status quo. For over 20 years, our team provides expertise in network, system engineering and both offensive and defensive cybersecurity operations.

What we do:

Our vision is for a future in which talent and customers alike come to ANS because of our reputation for delivering technical excellence, solving our nation’s toughest challenges and our ability to exceed expectations.

Why ANS:

At ANS we value the integrity of your work. We are looking for the right person to plan, analyze, design, develop, test, secure, integrate, implement, operate, and maintain the custom solutions that ANS delivers. Together, let’s ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter.

As a Protocol Analyst on our team, you will:

analyze protocol data to determine traffic patterns, analyze metadata in order to identify, locate, and track targets, and categorize/document malicious tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).

Requirements:

• PROFORMA focus - Understanding signal characteristics to determine signal structure, define parameters, model signal behavior. Strong demonstrated performance with Networking and protocols is required. Seeking exp with RF signal analysis. COMINT, ELINT, FISINTY experience on top is a plus. (pref 1 or more of these specialties) - R&D flair, Weapons and space (AWCP T&E)
• Relevant experience must be in signals analysis, including protocol analysis, and preferably related to communication signals, network troubleshooting, network traffic characterization, and/or network security analysis.
• Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph
• Level 1 = 4 years’ experience, Level 2 = 7 years of experience, Level 3 = 10 Years of experience, Level 4 = 13 years of Experience (2 years off experience off for Bachelors, 4 years off for Masters, 6 years off for PhD)
• Degree must be in Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, a Physical Science or related field

Preferred Military Training: (Not required to have every training and certification course):

• 451/461 (Intermediate Signals Analysis)
• 452 (Advanced Signals Analysis)
• Military COMINT Signals Analysis Program (MCSAP)
  

This is an opportunity for you to bring your ideas and unique perspective to our culture, you will help us ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter.

Benefits:

• Family Medical, Dental (w/ adult orthodontia) and Vision coverage
• Pet Discount Program
• PTO (Paid Time Off)
• Maternity/ Paternity Leave
• Supplemental Military Leave Pay
• 11 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) plan with 6% Company Contribution
• Generous Professional Development Program
• 100% Employer paid Short- and Long-Term Disability
• 100% Employer paid Life Insurance
• Supplemental Whole Life Insurance
• Lucrative Referral Bonus Program
• Annual Allowance for ANS Swag
• Potential for Paid Overtime
• Flexible Work Schedules

Applied Network Solutions, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

As required by local law, Applied Network Solutions, Inc. provides reasonable salary ranges of compensation for work performed in applicable states. Ranges are not a guarantee of compensation and depend on a variety of factors, including but not limited to contractual requirements, work location, years of experience, skill set, and education. Overtime is not guaranteed for this position.

The anticipated pay range for this position is $100,000.00 - $200,000.00 USD.