Lead Digital Network Exploitation Analyst

Booz Allen Hamilton; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 99,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton seeks a Digital Network Exploitation Analyst to advance national security missions through advanced network targeting and deep-packet analysis. You will mentor learners, design hands-on curricula, and guide threat discovery using SIGINT and protocol analysis in a live training environment.

You will collaborate with a growing team on complex IC and defense projects, requiring TS/SCI with polygraph and a strong track record in high-stakes targeting roles.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience as a Digital Network Exploitation Analyst (DNEA), Target Development Network Analyst (TDNA), or Exploitation Analyst (EA) performing advanced network 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.
• Bachelor’s degree

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor learners by translating network theory into practical targeting capabilities.
• Shape rigorous hands‑on curricula and live‑tissue lab scenarios for national security missions.
• Guide defense and IC learners in applying SIGINT, protocol analysis, and forensic tools to complex cyber environments.

Skills

DNEA

TDNA

Exploitation

Deep-packet analysis

Advanced network targeting

Mentorship

Autonomy

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

XKEYSCORE

DataXplorer

Seahawk

Vulko

Job description

Booz Allen Hamilton seeks a Digital Network Exploitation Analyst to advance national security missions through advanced network targeting and deep-packet analysis. You will mentor learners, design hands-on curricula, and guide threat discovery using SIGINT and protocol analysis in a live training environment.

You will collaborate with a growing team on complex IC and defense projects, requiring TS/SCI with polygraph and a strong track record in high-stakes targeting roles.