Senior Digital Network Exploitation Analyst

Peraton; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 86,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Subsidized benefits

25 days PTO

Attractive bonus plan

Job summary

Peraton is seeking a Next Generation Digital Network Exploitation Analyst (DNEA1) to support national security missions at Fort Meade/Annapolis Junction, MD. This role requires active TS/SCI with polygraph and offers a clear path to impact defense networks.

You will apply advanced analytical and technical skills to map and exploit target networks, analyze SIGINT and cyber data, and collaborate with government and contractor partners to deliver actionable intelligence.

Qualifications

• 6 years experience with no degree, OR
• 4 years experience with an Associate's degree, OR
• 2 years experience with a Bachelor's degree
• Background in systems design, software/hardware engineering, cybersecurity, network security, vulnerability analysis, penetration testing, digital forensics, or network administration.
• Proven experience analyzing SIGINT and cybersecurity data and mapping target networks.
• Completion of JCAC (Joint Cyber Analysis Course) may be considered equivalent to a technical associates degree or it may count towards experience requirement of 6 months.
• Foreign language proficiency (DLPT-verified) may also be considered relevant experience.
• Active TS/SCI with current polygraph is required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate target networks using all-source intelligence to identify vulnerabilities and develop detailed exploitation and operations plans.
• Analyze SIGINT and cyber data across multiple layers of the OSI model.
• Apply deep knowledge of IP core infrastructure, communication devices, and network traffic behaviors.
• Develop and share new tradecraft as technologies evolve.
• Collaborate with government, military, and contractor partners to align intelligence needs and mission priorities.
• Synthesize and communicate insights and findings to mission stakeholders and intelligence consumers.

Skills

SIGINT analysis

Cyber data analysis

Network security

Vulnerability analysis

Penetration testing

Digital forensics

Network administration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate's degree

Tools

JCAC

IP core analysis tools

Job description

Peraton is seeking a Next Generation Digital Network Exploitation Analyst (DNEA1) to support national security missions at Fort Meade/Annapolis Junction, MD. This role requires active TS/SCI with polygraph and offers a clear path to impact defense networks.

You will apply advanced analytical and technical skills to map and exploit target networks, analyze SIGINT and cyber data, and collaborate with government and contractor partners to deliver actionable intelligence.