Principal CNE Analyst / Analytic Developer (Up to 60% telework - TS/SCI with Polygraph required)

Red Alpha; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 190,000 - 235,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Paid time off

Education stipends

Health, dental, and vision premiums

Job summary

Red Alpha is seeking a Principal Computer Network Exploitation Analyst to support a cyber sensor modernization program. The role requires deep experience with network traffic protocols, Python development, and CNE/network analysis background. You will analyze pcaps, parse protocols, and develop fingerprints within Agency processing systems.

Active TS/SCI with Polygraph is required. Join a mission-focused team delivering analytic modernization, defense of critical networks, and cutting-edge cyber

Qualifications

• Requires 20+ years of relevant experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field; four additional years may substitute for the degree.
• Active US Government TS/SCI security clearance with Polygraph.

Responsibilities

• Analyze network protocols and traffic to identify patterns.
• Develop Python scripts to detect protocols and automate parsing.
• Create and maintain fingerprints within the Agency processing system.

Skills

CNE background

Python scripting

Network traffic analysis

Wireshark

Protocol parsing

TCP/UDP/IP knowledge

Education

B.S. in Computer Science

Equivalent experience in lieu of degree

Tools

Agency processing system

Job description

A day in the life:

We are seeking a Principal Computer Network Exploitation Analyst with analytic development skills to support a highly visible cyber sensor and analytic modernization program. The successful candidate will be able to analyze and understand protocols in network traffic, as well as develop code in Python to identify and extract those protocols. The ideal candidate has a CNE/network analyst background who can also code in Python.

What you bring to the table:

• 20+ years of relevant experience
• A Bachelors of Science degree in Computer Science or a related discipline from a accredited institution. Four (4) additional years of relevant experience maybe accepted in lieu of a degree.
• General knowledge and understanding of techniques, tools, behaviors and strategies used in computer network exploitation including:
  • Experience with passive analysis of network traffic (i.e. pcap) using tools like Wireshark
  • Familiarly with more common network protocols (TCP, UDP, ICMP, HTTP, SMTP, SSH, etc.)
  • Experience with protocol and file format parsing
  • Experience writing plugins and fingerprints in Agency processing system
  • Experience developing/scripting in Python
• An active US Government TS/SCI security clearance with Polygraph

The total package:

Our total compensation package was strategically designed with our members in mind with the intention to: reward our members for their hard work and commitment to our customers' missions; allow members to share in Red Alpha's success as we continue to grow and expand our footprint; provide long-term career opportunities through stability and internal mobility; and provide the resources our members need to support themselves and their dependents in the form of a robust benefits package. Our total compensation package includes a competitive base salary and benefits such as health, life/disability, 401k, paid time off, professional development, and generous bonus programs. Please visit our benefits tab for additional information.

Salary Range:

• Disclosed pay ranges are a general guideline, and are not a guarantee of a final salary or compensation. Our approach in determining final salaries takes into consideration a number of factors such as education, certifications, total years of relevant professional experience, actual level of expertise, and the responsibilities of the role itself.
• Based on the outlined roles, responsibilities, and requirements, the projected pay range for this position is: $190,000 - $235,000.

Some of our additional perks and benefits include:

• Retire sooner than planned: Get closer to retirement with up to 10% in 401k contributions, immediately vested.
• Have a career AND a life: Enjoy up to 5 weeks of leave (25 days of personal time off) and 11 paid floating holidays.
• Stay at your best: As a member, we'll pay 100% of your premiums for comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance. We'll also pay the majority of the premiums for your family. Let's not forge free access to a fully equipped state of the art gym!
• Keep current on new technologies and technological advancements: $5250 per year towards ongoing education, trainings, certifications, and maintaining professional memberships.
• Dress in style: Spend up to $300 per year on company branded merchandise featuring top quality brands such as Under Armour, Nike, Carhartt, YETI, etc.
• Enjoy the culture: Attend fun company events throughout the year such as our Oktoberfest, summer picnic, and annual holiday party! These are all in additon to your team events which may include happy hours, baseball games, snowboarding, RenFest, and more!

Every day, our elite customers are pushing through "the grind" to defeat the enemy, even putting their lives on the line for our freedom. Rise to the occasion with us to deliver engineering excellence, to match their dedication to this nation. Join us as we bring digital transformation to the fight!