Digital Network Exploitation Analyst (DNEA), Advisor - TS/SCI w/poly

Peraton; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 146,000 - 234,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Subsidized benefits for employees and dependents

25 days PTO annually

Attractive bonus plan

Job summary

Peraton seeks a Digital Network Exploitation Analyst (DNEA) in Fort Meade, MD, to apply advanced analytical skills to strengthen national security missions. Responsibilities include exploiting target networks and collaborating with various partners.

The ideal candidate will have a depth of experience ranging from 7 years with a PhD to 15 years without a degree, alongside a strong background in cybersecurity and related fields.

Benefits include subsidized perks for employees, annual PTO, and a competitive bonus plan.

Qualifications

• 15 years of experience without a degree, 13 with an Associates, or 11 with a Bachelor's.
• Active TS/SCI with current polygraph required.
• Proven experience in analyzing SIGINT and cybersecurity data.

Responsibilities

• Identify, map, and exploit target networks.
• Evaluate vulnerabilities using all-source intelligence.
• Develop and share new tradecraft.

Skills

Network security

Cybersecurity

Vulnerability analysis

SIGINT analysis

Digital forensics

Penetration testing

Education

Technical Associates degree

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

PhD

Job description

Digital Network Exploitation Analyst (DNEA), Advisor - TS/SCI w/poly

Location: Fort Meade, MD (Annapolis Junction / Fort Meade, MD)

Requisition ID: 2025-161232
Position Category: Cyber Security
Clearance: Top Secret/SCI w/Poly

Job Locations: US-MD-Fort Meade

Responsibilities

As a Digital Network Exploitation Analyst, you'll apply advanced analytical and technical skills to identify, map, and exploit target networks. Your work will help strengthen and enable critical national security missions. Responsibilities may include:

• Evaluate target networks using all-source intelligence to identify vulnerabilities and develop detailed exploitation and operations plans.
• Analyze SIGINT and cyber data across multiple layers of the OSI model.
• Apply deep knowledge of IP core infrastructure, communication devices, and network traffic behaviors.
• Develop and share new tradecraft as technologies evolve.
• Collaborate with government, military, and contractor partners to align intelligence needs and mission priorities.
• Synthesize and communicate insights and findings to mission stakeholders and intelligence consumers.

Qualifications

• 15 years experience without a degree, or
• 13 years experience with an Associates degree, or
• 11 years experience with a Bachelors degree, or
• 9 years experience with a Masters degree, or
• 7 years experience with a PhD
• Background in one or more of the following: systems design, software/hardware engineering, cybersecurity, network security, vulnerability analysis, penetration testing, digital forensics, or network administration.
• Proven experience analyzing SIGINT and cybersecurity data and mapping target networks.
• Completion of JCAC (Joint Cyber Analysis Course) may be considered equivalent to a technical associates degree or may count towards experience requirement of 6 months.
• Foreign language proficiency (DLPT-verified) may also be considered relevant experience.
• Active TS/SCI with current polygraph is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong grasp of logical/physical IP core infrastructure and how devices interconnect across networks.
• Experience developing new analytic tradecraft to meet evolving mission challenges.

Benefits

• Subsidized benefits for employees and dependents.
• 25 days PTO annually with a generous accrual cap.
• Attractive bonus plan tied to mission performance.

Target Salary Range

$146,000 - $234,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual's experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

EEO

Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, and other characteristics protected by law.