Cyber Network Exploitation Analyst

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

Job summary

NSA is seeking a Digital Network Exploitation Analyst to apply computer science skills in analyzing and exploiting foreign adversaries' digital networks and communications. You will help identify vulnerabilities, map networks, and support cybersecurity operations in a high‑impact federal environment.

The role requires a CS concentration and relevant experience; transcripts are requested. This is a full-time, on-site position at Fort Meade with comprehensive NSA benefits.

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science with concentration in algorithms and mathematics.
• Related fields may be considered if programs include algorithms, data structures, and networks.
• Relevant experience in computer or information systems design, development, or analysis.
• Military training JCAC counts as relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform discovery and target technology analysis of digital networks and mobile communications.
• Analyze metadata and conduct target analysis and research.
• Identify target communications within the global network.
• Map and analyze global networks for vulnerabilities.
• Use customer requirements to analyze and process intelligence information.
• Conduct exploitation and operations on target networks.

Skills

C

C++

Java

Assembly

Python

Vulnerability analysis

Cybersecurity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Master's degree in related field

Doctoral degree

Associate's degree

Job description

NSA is seeking a Digital Network Exploitation Analyst to apply computer science skills in analyzing and exploiting foreign adversaries' digital networks and communications. You will help identify vulnerabilities, map networks, and support cybersecurity operations in a high‑impact federal environment.

The role requires a CS concentration and relevant experience; transcripts are requested. This is a full-time, on-site position at Fort Meade with comprehensive NSA benefits.