Principal CNE Analyst - Network Exploitation & Python Lead

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

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