Network Vulnerability Analyst (Cyber Mitigations)

National Security Agency; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 105,000 - 193,000; Full time

Job summary

National Security Agency seeks skilled System Vulnerability Analysts (Network Cyber Mitigations Engineers) to identify vulnerabilities in network infrastructure and craft robust mitigations. The role spans wired/wireless security, malware analysis, and cross-platform defense strategies.

Analysts will produce formal reports, briefings, and guidance, leveraging experience in cybersecurity, reverse engineering, and vulnerability assessment to strengthen national network defenses.

Qualifications

• Degree must be in Computer Science or a related field. Related experience in cyber/network security is considered.
• Experience in vulnerability analysis, penetration testing, or information assurance is required.
• Military training in JCAC/UCT/NWBC/INWT/Cyber Defense Operations may count toward experience.

Responsibilities

• Analyze vulnerabilities in network infrastructure devices and develop mitigations.
• Strengthen defenses across wired and wireless networks and boundary defenses.
• Produce formal and informal reports and guidance to defend against attacks.

Skills

Vulnerability analysis

Network security

Reverse engineering

Fuzzing

Penetration testing

C/C++

Python

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in CS/engineering

Tools

C/C++

Python

Job description

National Security Agency seeks skilled System Vulnerability Analysts (Network Cyber Mitigations Engineers) to identify vulnerabilities in network infrastructure and craft robust mitigations. The role spans wired/wireless security, malware analysis, and cross-platform defense strategies.

Analysts will produce formal reports, briefings, and guidance, leveraging experience in cybersecurity, reverse engineering, and vulnerability assessment to strengthen national network defenses.