Target Digital Network Analyst (TDNA)

GIGATEC Engineering; Maryland; On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A cybersecurity firm located in Maryland is seeking a candidate with Top Secret clearance to analyze adversary tactics and vulnerabilities in USG systems. The role involves writing intelligence reports and enhancing collection efforts through in-depth analysis. Applicants should have 3+ years of experience in network analysis, cryptanalysis, and vulnerability assessments. A curiosity-driven mindset and ability to collaborate in a team are essential. This position offers the chance to contribute to critical infrastructure protection.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in cybersecurity roles focusing on network and host-level analysis.
• Experience in analyzing anomalies in USG systems.
• Knowledge of intrusion detection tools and forensics on different platforms.

Responsibilities

• Analyze adversary cyber tactics and network vulnerabilities.
• Write intelligence reports and brief leadership.
• Participate in cyber tabletop exercises.

Skills

Network analysis

Cryptanalysis

Forensics

Vulnerability assessment

Penetration testing

Incident response

Intrusion detection

Tools

Packet capture tools

Network/system analysis tools

Job description

NOTE– Our positions require a Top Secret clearance, as well as the favorable completion of a polygraph. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor an employment Visa.

What You’ll Be Doing (We don’t love the bullet points, but we love the work!)

In this key TDNA role, you'll get to dive deep into critical infrastructure protection by analyzing adversary cyber tactics and network vulnerabilities. This role involves synthesizing intelligence community reports, open-source intelligence, and in-depth research to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities. Responsibilities include writing intelligence reports, briefing leadership, and participating in cyber tabletop exercises (CTTXs) as well as analyzing SIGINT, OSINT, network, and host data to profile targets and enhance intelligence collection.

Required Experience

• Performing analysis to detect anomalies at both network and host levels within USG systems.
• Utilizing geospatial and network analysis to trace digital activity, identify threats, and produce actionable intelligence.
• Cryptanalysis in military or IC settings
• 3+ years in at least three of the following:
  • Windows OS internals and file system analysis
  • Executable file analysis and hashing techniques
  • Forensics on Windows, Linux, or mobile devices
  • Use of intrusion detection tools (commercial/GOTS)
  • Packet capture and network mapping
  • Standard network/system analysis tools.
• Vulnerability assessment, penetration testing, incident response, or host/network forensics
• CNE (Computer Network Exploitation) or CNA (Computer Network Attack)
• Runs on curiosity, competence, and at least trace amounts of coffee, with room for light‑hearted exchanges