Cyber Defense Analyst (TS/SCI) - Frontline Network Security

AeroVironment; Jessup (MD); On-site; USD 84,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K with company match

9/80 schedule

Paid holiday shutdown

Job summary

AeroVironment seeks a Computer Network Defense Analyst (CNDA) level 2 to join our cybersecurity team in Jessup, MD. The role focuses on protecting critical systems, analyzing traffic, and defending against threats with frontline expertise in cyber defense.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s in a related STEM field, 5+ years of relevant experience, and an active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with polygraph is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Network Engineering, Information Technology or related STEM field or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop computer or information systems, including programming and network/cybersecurity solutions.
• Conduct vulnerability analysis, penetration testing, computer forensics, and information assurance.
• Perform systems engineering and network/system administration.
• Analyze data from intrusion detection systems, firewalls, traffic logs, and host logs to identify vulnerabilities, respond to active cyber events, and defend against threats.

Skills

Active TS/SCI with polygraph

Education

Bachelor’s in Computer Science, Network Engineering, Information Technology or related STEM

Job description

AeroVironment seeks a Computer Network Defense Analyst (CNDA) level 2 to join our cybersecurity team in Jessup, MD. The role focuses on protecting critical systems, analyzing traffic, and defending against threats with frontline expertise in cyber defense.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s in a related STEM field, 5+ years of relevant experience, and an active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.