Elite Computer Network Defense Analyst (TS/SCI)

Set of X; Maryland; On-site; USD 120,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Tech Refresh

Professional Development Budget

Job summary

Set of X is seeking experienced Computer Network Defense Analysts (CNDAs) to support critical Intelligence Community missions. In this role, you’ll operate on the frontlines of cybersecurity; detecting threats, strengthening defenses, and protecting national security systems alongside elite cyber professionals.

Responsibilities include monitoring data from intrusion detection systems, firewalls, and logs; developing mitigations; and collaborating with government and contractor teams to support

Qualifications

• Experience in cyber/network security, vulnerability analysis, incident response, or related fields.
• Background in network or system administration.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data analysis skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze data from intrusion detection systems, firewalls, and network/host logs to identify vulnerabilities and respond to cyber threats.
• Develop and implement mitigations to strengthen network defenses and protect critical infrastructure.
• Support diverse network environments, including wired, wireless, and collaborative platforms.
• Analyze large data sets to identify patterns, generate insights, and inform mission decisions.
• Collaborate with government, military, and contractor teams to support intelligence objectives.
• Document and communicate findings, including new analytic methods and tradecraft.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Vulnerability analysis

Incident response

Network administration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Network/Systems/IT

Job description

Set of X is seeking experienced Computer Network Defense Analysts (CNDAs) to support critical Intelligence Community missions. In this role, you’ll operate on the frontlines of cybersecurity; detecting threats, strengthening defenses, and protecting national security systems alongside elite cyber professionals.

Responsibilities include monitoring data from intrusion detection systems, firewalls, and logs; developing mitigations; and collaborating with government and contractor teams to support