Cyber Network Exploitation Analyst

CNSS • National Security Systems; North Potomac (MD); On-site; USD 105,000 - 193,000; Full time

Job summary

NSA in Fort George G. Meade Complex, MD seeks a Digital Network Exploitation Analyst to apply computer science skills to analyze and exploit foreign adversaries' networks and communications.

This role supports NSA's cybersecurity and intelligence operations by identifying vulnerabilities and understanding the threat landscape. Qualifications include a CS degree with a concentration in algorithms, data structures, and mathematics, plus experience in vulnerability analysis, programming (C, C++,

Qualifications

• Degree in CS with concentration in algorithms, data structures, math.
• Relevant experience in computer/information systems design, analysis, or cybersecurity.
• Military training such as JCAC may count towards experience requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform discovery and target technology analysis of digital networks and mobile communications.
• Conduct analysis of metadata and target research.
• Identify target communications within the global network.
• Perform global network analysis and mapping.
• Analyze and process intelligence information per customer requirements.
• Perform exploitation and operations on target networks.

Skills

Programming languages

Network protocols

Vulnerability analysis

Cybersecurity

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Master's degree in CS or related field

Associate's degree + relevant experience

Tools

Java

C/C++

Python

Job description

NSA in Fort George G. Meade Complex, MD seeks a Digital Network Exploitation Analyst to apply computer science skills to analyze and exploit foreign adversaries' networks and communications.

This role supports NSA's cybersecurity and intelligence operations by identifying vulnerabilities and understanding the threat landscape. Qualifications include a CS degree with a concentration in algorithms, data structures, and mathematics, plus experience in vulnerability analysis, programming (C, C++,