Digital Network Exploitation Analyst

Booz Allen Hamilton; North Dakota; On-site; USD 99,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton is seeking a Digital Network Exploitation Analyst with extensive network targeting and deep-packet analysis experience to train and mentor intelligence professionals.

The role emphasizes hands-on curricula design, live-tissue lab exercises, and developing offensive cyber capabilities for national security purposes.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience as a DNEA/TDNA/EA performing advanced network targeting and deep-packet data analysis.
• 10+ years of experience supporting the IC in high-impact targeting roles.
• 10+ years of experience planning, executing, and optimizing collection and targeting workflows.
• 10+ years using network analysis tools such as XKEYSCORE, DataXplorer, Seahawk, or Vulko.

Responsibilities

• Teach and mentor students on attack vectors, target development, and network analysis techniques.
• Design rigorous hands-on curricula and live-tissue labs for national-security missions.

Skills

DNEA / TDNA / EA experience

High-impact targeting roles

Advanced network analysis

Target development workflows

Autonomy in analytic discovery

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

XKEYSCORE

DataXplorer

Seahawk

Vulko

Job description

Digital Network Exploitation Analyst

The Opportunity:

Do you enjoy the thrill of the hunt? Are you motivated by the head-to-head challenge of gaining access to well-protected networks and equally driven to teach others how to do the same? As a network exploitation professional, you know that understanding adversaries’ tactics, techniques, and procedures is crucial to producing the intelligence that enables the success of mission owners. At Booz Allen, you can apply your vulnerability analysis, network mapping, RF engineering, exploitation, and telecommunications experience to shape the next generation of analysts, executing hands-on training that informs our nation’s most critical security missions.

On our team, you’ll be trusted to guide students as they probe targets using the latest network-based analysis tools and structures like Wireshark, DataXplorer, XKEYSCORE, Mando, and others. Using your innate curiosity, technical expertise, and passion for mentorship, you’ll teach others how to select attack vectors, map cellular and 5G infrastructure, and match target vulnerabilities to custom capabilities. You’ll guide defense and Intelligence Community (IC) learners by leveraging advanced SIGINT, protocol analysis, and forensic-based tools to analyze complex cyber environments and perform precise target development.

In this role, you’ll uncover previously unknown and emerging adversary capabilities that impact national security and global cyber operations by designing rigorous, hands-on technical curricula and emulating real-world threat environments in a live-tissue lab setting. As a leader and mentor, you will comfortably bridge the gap between complex network theory and tactical execution. With opportunities to expand both your own technology base and tool knowledge, you’ll guide a growing team committed to developing creative instructional and operational solutions for our classified customers.

Safeguard the future with us and develop the offensive cyber talent essential to providing national security for today and tomorrow.

Join us. The world can’t wait.

You Have:

• 10+ years of experience as a Digital Network Exploitation Analyst (DNEA), Target Development Network Analyst (TDNA), or Exploitation Analyst (EA) performing advanced network technical targeting and deep-packet data analysis

• 10+ years of experience supporting the IC in high-impact tactical or strategic targeting roles

• 10+ years of experience planning, executing, and optimizing collection, analysis, or targeting workflows against complex network-based target sets

• 10+ years of experience using network analysis tools such as XKEYSCORE, DataXplorer, Seahawk, or Vulko, to support mission requirements

• Experience in advanced network analysis

• Knowledge of network protocols, traffic routing, and communication flows to reconstruct network topologies

• Ability to operate with high autonomy, proactively identifying high-value analytic areas of interest and driving targeting discovery without explicit client guidance

• Ability to independently isolate network traffic of interest, perform deep-dive analysis, and deliver actionable recommendations for operational exploitation opportunities

• TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph

• Bachelor’s degree

Nice If You Have:

• 15+ years of experience working across adjacent technical domains such as Radio Frequency (RF) communications, cyber operations, or digital forensics

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical, analytical, or educational field such as CS, Technology, Intelligence Studies, or Education, preferred; Master’s degree in a related field a plus

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; TS/SCI clearance with polygraph is required.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $99,000.00 to $225,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.

Work Model

Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration, whether it occurs in person or virtually. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings.

• Remote : If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.

• Hybrid : If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility.

• Onsite : If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.