Cyber Network Defense Analyst (Skill Level 1-4)

Strategic Analytix; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Retirement plans

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A cybersecurity consultancy firm based in Fort Meade is seeking a Cyber Network Defense Analyst. The role involves identifying vulnerabilities, responding to cyber events, and defending networks against attacks. Ideal candidates should have experience in information systems and a TS/SCI clearance with a Full Scope Polygraph. Successful applicants will contribute to network security efforts across various systems and transport mediums. Competitive salary and benefits are offered for this vital role.

Qualifications

• Experience in programming and computer forensics.
• Experience in network or system administration.
• TS/SCI level clearance with a Full Scope Polygraph is required.

Responsibilities

• Identify potential vulnerabilities in networks.
• Respond to cyber events and develop mitigations.
• Defend against network infrastructure attacks.

Skills

Computer/information systems design

Cyber/security/network security

Vulnerability analysis

Penetration testing

Information assurance

Systems engineering

Education

Degree in Network Engineering

Degree in Information Technology

Degree in Systems Engineering

Tools

Intrusion detection systems

Firewalls

Network traffic logs

Host system logs

Job description

Cyber Network Defense Analyst (Skill Level 1-4)

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.

What you’ll do

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.

Experience

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)