Exploitation Analyst Level 3 with Security Clearance

Weeghman & Briggs, LLC; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 166,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

Weeghman & Briggs LLC in Colorado is seeking an Exploitation Analyst 3 to support national missions. This onsite role requires TS/SCI with Polygraph and offers a salary range of $166,000 to $185,000.

You will contribute by developing exploitation plans with adversary networks and collaborating with government and contractor teams to align intelligence needs with mission objectives.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.
• Experience matching the level-based education/experience matrix.
• Experience supporting government or DoD programs.
• Strong knowledge of computer/information systems design, development, analysis, and security.

Responsibilities

• Develop exploitation plans using adversary networks, network defenses, and cyber capabilities.
• Collaborate with government, military, and contractor personnel to align intelligence needs and mission relevance.
• Form hypotheses, evaluate data, and share insights with teammates and intelligence consumers.
• Distill and document findings, including new tradecraft, for stakeholders.

Skills

Adversary networks

Network defenses

Cyber network operations

Written and verbal communication

Education

Associate degree + 7 years

Bachelor's degree + 5 years

Master's degree + 3 years

PhD + 2 years

Associate degree + 10 years

Bachelor's degree + 8 years

Master's degree + 6 years

PhD + 4 years

Job description

Location: Colorado | Onsite Clearance Required: TS/SCI with Polygraph Employment Type: Full-Time Salary Range: $166,000 - $185,000

Join a Growing Team at Weeghman & Briggs Weeghman & Briggs is seeking a motivated and mission-driven Exploitation Analyst 3 to support critical government initiatives in Fort Meade, MD. Founded in 2016 by Anthony Jordan, Weeghman & Briggs specializes in delivering high-impact analytical services to Government Agencies and private organizations. Since our founding, we have partnered with a range of federal entities and private corporations, earning a strong reputation as a trusted, results-driven company with an exceptional team of professionals. As we continue to expand across current programs and upcoming contract awards, we are looking for talented individuals who want to contribute, grow, and build something meaningful alongside us. At Weeghman & Briggs, you're more than a number, you're part of the team. We've built a culture where your opinion matters, your voice is heard, and your contributions make a direct impact on mission success. Our growth creates opportunities for advancement, leadership visibility, and long-term career development while maintaining the supportive, close-knit environment that sets us apart. If you're ready to grow your career while supporting important national missions, we'd love to connect with you.

What You’ll Do

Apply your deep understanding of adversary networks, network defenses, and cyber network operational capabilities to develop exploitation plans and make operational adjustments as plans are executed

• Be part of a team, working together with government, military, and contractor personnel to develop shared understandings of intelligence needs, mission relevance, and areas of expertise
• Apply your innate curiosity and analytical talent to form hypotheses, critically assess and choose analysis techniques, and then query, merge, enrich, evaluate, and pivot within data to attain and share insights
• Distill, document, contextualize, and share your findings–including any new tradecraft that you develop–with teammates, stakeholders, and intelligence consumers

What You Bring

Active TS/SCI with Polygraph

• 7 years applicable experience with a PhD, OR 9 year applicable experience with a master's degree, OR 11 years applicable experience with a bachelor's degree, OR 13 years applicable experience with an associate's degree
• Experience supporting government or DoD programs
• Strong knowledge of computer or information systems design/development/analysis. In addition, it may also include engineering hardware and/or software, programming, computer/network security, vulnerability analysis, penetration testing, computer forensics, information assurance, systems engineering, and/or network and systems administration. Completion of military training in a relevant area such as JCAC (Joint Cyber Analysis Course) will be considered towards the relevant experience/education requirement (i.e., 24-week JCAC course will count as 6 months of experience). In some cases, foreign language proficiency may also be used to satisfy experience requirements; recent Interagency Language Roundtable (ILR) scores are required to substantiate your proficiency level.
• Ability to work independently and within a collaborative team environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

Relevant certifications (Security+, CISSP, PMP, AWS, etc.)

• Experience supporting government or DOD programs
• Agile, cloud, or modernization experience
• Background in process improvement or analytical services

Level Requirements Level 2

• AA + 7 years
• B.A. + 5 years
• Masters + 3 years
• PhD + 2 years

Level Requirements Level 3

• AA + 10 years
• B.A. + 8 years
• Masters + 6 years
• PhD + 4 years

Compensation & Benefits

The projected salary range for this position is $166,000 - $185,000 dependent upon experience, qualifications, and contract requirements.

At Weeghman & Briggs, we believe our people are our greatest strength. We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support you both professionally and personally. Learn more about our comprehensive benefits here: https://weeghmanandbriggs.com/summary-of-employee-benefits/

Equal Employment Opportunity

Weeghman & Briggs is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.