Cyber Network Exploitation Analyst — Maryland

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

Job summary

National Security Agency (NSA) is seeking a Digital Network Exploitation Analyst to analyze and exploit foreign adversaries’ digital networks. The role uses computer science skills to identify vulnerabilities and support cybersecurity operations, with opportunities to contribute to threat assessments and penetration activities.

The position requires a CS degree with math concentration and offers full-time work at Fort Meade, with salary based on education and experience.

Qualifications

• Degree must be in Computer Science (CS) with math coursework.
• Relevant experience in computer information systems design/analysis.
• Military training (JCAC) may count toward experience.

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 and map networks.
• Analyze and process intelligence information from customer requirements.
• Perform exploitation and operations on target networks.

Skills

Network protocols

Internet understanding

WAN/LAN knowledge

Vulnerability analysis

Programming (C, C++, Java, Assembly,/P

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

CS concentration in mathematics

Job description

National Security Agency (NSA) is seeking a Digital Network Exploitation Analyst to analyze and exploit foreign adversaries’ digital networks. The role uses computer science skills to identify vulnerabilities and support cybersecurity operations, with opportunities to contribute to threat assessments and penetration activities.

The position requires a CS degree with math concentration and offers full-time work at Fort Meade, with salary based on education and experience.