Cyber Network Defense Analyst (Skill Level 1-4)

strategic-analytix-careers; Bluffdale (UT); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Strategic Analytix is seeking a skilled Cyber Network Defense Analyst (CNDA) to protect critical DoD and IC networks in support of federal clients. You will monitor, detect, and respond to cyber incidents using IDS, firewalls, and log data, and develop mitigations to strengthen defenses.

The role requires TS/SCI clearance with Full Scope Polygraph, strong engineering and information security background, and the ability to work with cross‑functional teams to safeguard high‑value networks.

Qualifications

• Requires degree in network, IT or related field.
• Military training credits may count toward education requirements (JCAC, UCT, NWBC/INWT).
• Certs or specialized training include JCAC, CEH, CFR, CySA+, GCIH, CNDSP.

Responsibilities

• Identify vulnerabilities and respond to cyber events using logs and IDS data.
• Develop mitigations to strengthen network defenses and protect against attacks.
• Support protection across wired, wireless, and collaboration networks.

Skills

Cyber security

Vulnerability analysis

Penetration testing

Information assurance

Systems engineering

Network administration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Network Engineering (or related field)

Associate degree equivalent via military training

Tools

Intrusion detection systems

Firewalls

Network monitoring tools

Job description

About Strategic Analytix

Strategic Analytix (SA) is an IT engineering and management consulting firm focuses on mission critical services and solutions to the Federal Government including the Department of Defense (DOD), the Intelligence Community (IC) and Civilian Healthcare agencies. With a reputation for innovation and development, Strategic Analytix is a trusted partner adopting unique skills and experiences. We are dedicated to our clients to deliver unparallel services and work diligently to serve our customers' missions.

Our talented team of industry experts provide full life cycle development and mission support with a focus in areas such as cybersecurity, systems engineering, programmatic and acquisition support. Our specialists hold numerous credentials including Top Secret/SCI security clearances, post graduate degrees, and professionals certifications that provides value added solutions. Strategic Analytix is a privately held minority owned, small-business headquarter in Fulton, MD just outside of Baltimore and Washington D.C.

About the role

Job Description

Strategic Analytix is looking for a skilled Cyber Network Defense Analyst (CNDA). As a 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.You will help develop mitigations to strengthen network defenses and protect against attacks on network infrastructure devices or systems. Lastly, your work may span the gamut 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.

CNDA Requirements

• 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, CNDAs must have experience in network or system administration.

Qualifications

• Clearance Level
• • TS/SCI level clearance with a Full Scope Polygraph.

Skill Levels

• Level 1:
• • AA degree + 4 years OR
  • B.A. degree + 2 years
• Level 2:
• • AA + 7 yrs OR
  • B.A. + 5 yrs OR
  • Masters + 3 yrs OR
  • Doctorate + 2 yrs
• Level 3:
• • AA + 10 yrs OR
  • B.A. + 8 yrs OR
  • Masters + 6 yrs OR
  • PhD + 4 yrs
• Level 4:
• • AA + 13 yrs OR
  • B.A. + 11 yrs OR
  • Masters + 9 yrs OR
  • PhD + 7 yrs

Education

Requires a 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).

Up to 18 semester hours of military training/coursework in networking, computer science, or cyber topics may be equivalent to an Associate degree. If not credited toward education requirements, completion of military training in a relevant area such as JCAC (Joint Cyber Analysis Course), Undgergraduate Cyber Training (UCT), Network Warfare Bridge Course (NWBC)/Intermediate Network Warfare Training (INWT), Cyber Defense Operations will be considered towards relevant experience requirement (i.e., 20-24 week courses will count as 6 months of experience, 10-14 weeks will count as 3 months of experience).

Relevant Certs or Specialized Training would include (but not limited to): JCAC graduate, CEH, CFR, CySA+, GCIH, CNDSP

Foreign Language may count toward experience requirements. Recent Interagency Language Roundtable (ILR) scores are required to substantiate proficiency level (e.g. Russian, L 2+ / R3)