SIGINT Development Analyst - 24/7 Frontend Ops

Columbia Technology Partners; Corridor North (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbia Technology Partners is seeking a SIGINT Development Analyst to join a fast‑paced 24/7 watch center. You will maintain and optimize front‑end SIGINT collection systems that support mission‑critical intelligence decisions, including DNR/DNI dataflow and FOP configuration.

The role requires Linux expertise, the ability to follow SOPs, and collaboration with a team in a demanding operational environment. Willingness to work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays, is essential.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of SIGINT development or analytic support experience, including telecommunications, network protocols, or internet communications
• Hands-on Linux experience, including command-line operations and basic system troubleshooting
• Experience with front-end collection systems and DNR/DNI dataflow (including FOP configuration)
• Ability to follow structured procedures (SOPs) and maintain accurate technical documentation
• Desired SIGINT training and familiarity with automation/dataflow tools (e.g., Apache NiFi)
• Exposure to SATCOM technologies and modern communications systems
• Working knowledge of network protocols and data transport concepts

Responsibilities

• Monitor, maintain, and optimize front-end SIGINT collection systems
• Support DNR/DNI collection, dataflow, and FOP configuration activities
• Perform basic troubleshooting in Linux-based environments
• Manage and maintain system access for customer platforms
• Follow SOPs and update technical documentation as needed
• Ensure continuous availability of systems supporting mission operations
• Collaborate within a 24x7 watch center environment

Skills

SIGINT development/analytic support

Linux command-line

SOPs & documentation

DNR/DNI dataflow knowledge

Tools

Bash

Shell

Python

Job description

Columbia Technology Partners is seeking a SIGINT Development Analyst to join a fast‑paced 24/7 watch center. You will maintain and optimize front‑end SIGINT collection systems that support mission‑critical intelligence decisions, including DNR/DNI dataflow and FOP configuration.

The role requires Linux expertise, the ability to follow SOPs, and collaboration with a team in a demanding operational environment. Willingness to work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays, is essential.