Network Targeting Analyst TS/SCI POLY

Parsons; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 88,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Paid time off

401(k)

Life insurance

Flexible work schedules

Holidays

Job summary

Parsons seeks a Network Targeting Analyst to join the Federal Solutions team in the US. You will analyze network data, identify critical information, and deliver actionable insights to mission owners, leveraging expertise in networks and protocols to drive successful outcomes.

Requires a TS/SCI clearance with polygraph, 5+ years in engineering/technical roles, and hands-on experience with Wireshark or similar tools. Collaboration with customers and developers is essential to success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in engineering or technical field with 5+ years of professional experience.
• Active Top Secret/SCI clearance with polygraph.
• 3+ years of experience using Wireshark or similar network analysis tools.
• Fundamental understanding of networks, routers, and protocols (Ethernet, TCP/IP).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration in a team setting.

Responsibilities

• Data analysis of networks, protocols, and datasets to support mission success.
• Collaborate with developers and stakeholders to deliver actionable insights.
• Reverse engineering, protocol reverse engineering, and device/network fingerprinting.
• Engage daily with customers and project stakeholders to ensure alignment.

Skills

Top Secret/SCI with polygraph

Wireshark

Network analysis

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in engineering or technical field

Job description

Job Description

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities.

At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what’s possible.

Are you ready to uncover the “needle in the haystack of needles”? Parsons is seeking a skilled Network Targeting Analyst to join our team! In this role, you’ll work with development teams and mission owners to identify and interpret critical data that drives mission success. Your expertise in networks, telecommunications systems, and protocols will be essential in delivering actionable insights to stakeholders.

This is your opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies, analyze complex datasets, and contribute to impactful projects that make a difference.

What You'll Be Doing

• Data Analysis: Leverage a wide variety of tools to pinpoint relevant information and provide timely feedback to stakeholders to ensure mission success.

• Large Dataset Management: Work with large datasets, selecting the appropriate tools to organize and analyze data effectively.

• Packet and Binary Data Analysis: Analyze packet data and binary data to extract valuable information.

• Stakeholder Interaction: Collaborate daily with customers, developers, and other project stakeholders to ensure alignment and success.

• Reverse Engineering: Perform reverse engineering, protocol reverse engineering, and device/network fingerprinting to uncover critical insights.

Required Skills

To succeed in this role, you will need:

• Education: Bachelor of Science in engineering, scientific, or technical discipline and a minimum of 5 years of professional experience (additional years of experience will be considered in lieu of degree)

• Clearance: Active Top Secret/SCI clearance with polygraph.

• Must have a minimum of 3+ years of experience using Wireshark or similar network analysis tools.
• Fundamental understanding of networks, routers, and protocols (e.g., Ethernet, TCP/IP).

• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills to troubleshoot issues and optimize workflows.

• Communication: Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

Security Clearance Requirement

An active Top Secret SCI w/Polygraph security clearance is required for this position.

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

Salary Range: $88,400.00 - $154,700.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as.

• medical
• dental
• vision
• paid time off
• 401(k)
• life insurance
• flexible work schedules
• holidays

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

About Us

Parsons is a digitally enabled solutions provider focused on the defense, security, and infrastructure markets. With nearly 75 years of experience, Parsons is uniquely qualified to deliver cyber/converged security, technology-based intellectual property, and other innovative services to federal, regional, and local government agencies, as well as to private industrial customers worldwide.

Parsons is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran/LGBTQ+.