Telecommunication Technical Analyst 2

Columbia Technology Partners, Inc; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Vision and Dental

401k company contribution

Paid time off

Career learning stipend

Life and AD&D Insurance

Profit sharing bonus

Referral bonus program

Job summary

Columbia Technology Partners seeks an experienced Telecommunications Technical Analyst 2 to support operation, configuration, optimization, and evaluation of intelligence and telecommunications systems. The role involves hands-on field support for equipment and contributing to technical studies and assessments of mission needs.

You will work with Government customers and Intelligence Community partners, supporting collection operations, troubleshooting data flow, and providing technical

Qualifications

• 15+ years of configuring and tasking experience in SIGINT system and subsystem-level tasks, including normalization and survey, equipment configuration, signal analysis, health interpretation, and routing.
• At least 7 years in modern digital/optical telecommunications systems, networks, and signal processing.
• Deep understanding of modern/digital telecommunications systems and the U.S. SIGINT System.
• Ability to maintain extensive working relationships across the Intelligence Community.

Responsibilities

• Operate, demonstrate, and train on current and prototype intelligence equipment in field locations.
• Configure, task, and optimize collection resources per operating procedures and guidance.
• Support SIGINT system tasking, configuration, survey, and routing processes at subsystem level.
• Conduct mission management of collection operations and configure customer systems to execute tasking.
• Monitor resource use and assist with upgrades and new installations.
• Maintain knowledge of site capabilities and end-to-end data flow to identify problems.
• Respond to collection requirements and support tasking strategies.
• Contribute to technical studies and evaluations of mission needs for decision-makers.
• Review collection priorities and provide operational input and recommendations.
• Document activities and tasking through logs, summaries, reports, and metrics.
• Generate analytical reports on signal characteristics from Government-identified signals.
• Perform all-source research to identify communications used by targets.
• Provide technical direction and support for training development of junior personnel.
• Support acquisition, integration, prototyping, and deployment of SIGINT systems.
• Coordinate with OPCs, customers, TOPIs for accurate collection assessments.

Skills

SIGINT systems

Tasking & configuration

Data flow troubleshooting

Mission management

Analytical reporting

Job description

CTP is seeking an experienced Telecommunications Technical Analyst 2 to support the operation, configuration, optimization, and evaluation of intelligence and telecommunications systems. This role provides hands‑on support for current and prototype equipment in field environments while contributing to technical studies, analyses, and assessments of mission needs.

The ideal candidate brings extensive experience with SIGINT systems, modern digital and optical telecommunications, collection tasking, and system configuration. You'll support collection operations, troubleshoot end‑to‑end data flow, provide technical recommendations, and work closely with Government customers and Intelligence Community partners.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate, demonstrate, and provide training on current and prototype intelligence and telecommunications equipment under test or deployed in field locations.
• Configure, task, and optimize collection resources in accordance with operating procedures and Government guidance.
• Support SIGINT system and subsystem‑level tasking, configuration, normalization, survey, equipment configuration, basic signal analysis, system health interpretation, and routing processes.
• Conduct mission management of collection operations at Government direction and configure customer collection systems to execute tasking.
• Monitor the effective use of assigned collection resources and provide operational assistance during upgrades and installations of new collection systems.
• Maintain knowledge of site capabilities and end‑to‑end data flow to identify, define, and resolve collection problems.
• Respond to collection requirements from Data Orchestration Services and provide technical assistance in implementing collection‑tasking strategies.
• Contribute to technical studies, analyses, and evaluations of mission needs and provide recommendations supporting decision‑makers.
• Review collection priorities and provide operational input and technical recommendations.
• Document operational activities and tasking through daily logs, collection summaries, reports, statistics, and metrics.
• Collect, compile, and generate analytical reports on signal characteristics based on Government identification of signals.
• Conduct and document all‑source research to identify communications used by targets of interest.
• Support technical development of junior personnel in SIGINT analytical tradecraft and provide technical direction and support for training development.
• Provide expertise supporting the acquisition, integration, prototyping, and deployment of SIGINT systems, including operational effectiveness assessments.
• Coordinate with Offices of Primary Concern (OPCs), customers, TOPIs, and other representatives to support accurate collection assessments and technical information sharing.

Qualifications:

• 15+ years of configuring and tasking experience with directly related, hands‑on experience in: SIGINT system and subsystem‑level tasking and configuration, Normalization and survey, Equipment configuration, Basic signal analysis, Interpretation of system health indications, and Parameter and routing processes.
• At least 7 years of professional experience with one or more of the following: Modern digital/optical telecommunications systems and protocols, Telephony switching system networks, Internet communications, Packet switching systems, Designing, developing, and/or testing systems that modulate, demodulate, multiplex, and/or demultiplex digital communications signals.
• In‑depth understanding of modern/digital telecommunications systems and equipment, the U.S. SIGINT System, export issues, and SIGINT Systems collection and processing facilities.
• Ability to maintain extensive working relationships with representatives throughout the Intelligence Community, including military services, Second and Third Party customers, and vendors.

Desired Skills:

• Experience conducting mission management and collection operations.
• Experience configuring and optimizing customer collection systems and resources.
• Experience troubleshooting end‑to‑end collection and data flow issues.
• Ability to provide technical analysis, collection assessments, reports, statistics, and metrics.
• Experience supporting SIGINT system acquisition, integration, prototyping, deployment, and operational effectiveness assessments.
• Experience supporting training and development of junior personnel in SIGINT analytical tradecraft.

Why Join Columbia Technology Partners?

At CTP, you'll have the opportunity to apply deep SIGINT and telecommunications expertise across collection operations, system configuration, technical analysis, and mission support. You'll work directly with Government customers and Intelligence Community partners while contributing to the integration, optimization, troubleshooting, and deployment of collection capabilities.

Requirements:

• U.S. Citizenship is required for all applicants. CTP is an equal opportunity employer and abides by applicable employment laws and regulations. All applicants and employees are subject to random drug testing in accordance with Executive Order 12564. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a security background investigation and polygraph.
• Certification Requirements:
  • DOD 8570 Certification

This position requires an active Security Clearance with appropriate Polygraph.

About us:

Founded in 2007, Columbia Technology Partners is a Service‑Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business with a specialization in technology and management consulting committed to solving intricate and sensitive technology issues facing corporations and federal agencies. Since its inception, CTP has been instrumental in the technical design, engineering development, operational deployment, and support of key systems. With a proven track record in information security, project management, systems/network engineering, security risk management, vulnerability assessments, and mobile security implementation; our employees have the experience, expertise, and innovative thinking our customers need for results that exceed expectations. CTP staff have worked closely with both government engineers and management to gather mission requirements, develop the architecture to deliver the needed functionality and assess tools available to meet or exceed the needs of the mission.

At Columbia Technology Partners (CTP), we are united in being the best that we can be as individuals, but our core belief is that we can be better together. Together we will take on each mission with an execution process that authentically represents who we are. Our success relies on our team values, the foundation we built around them, and the Partners we become along the way.

That's why our pay is competitive, our missions are critical, and our benefits
represent what matters most to CTP: Our People.

Salary Range Transparency

At Columbia Technology Partners we are committed to transparency and fairness in our compensation practices. We believe in creating a work environment where employees feel valued, empowered, and rewarded for their contributions.

How We Determine Salary Ranges

Our salary ranges are based on the following key factors:

• Job Role and Responsibilities: The specific duties and responsibilities associated with each role form the foundation of our compensation structure.
• Market Research and Industry Benchmarks: We conduct regular analysis of market trends and salaries across our industry, using reliable compensation data to ensure we stay competitive.
• Experience and Qualifications: An individual's experience, education, certifications, and specialized skills all contribute to determining their position within a salary range.
• Location: Salary ranges may be adjusted based on geographic cost of living, in accordance with local and national standards.
• Company Performance: Our compensation practices also take into account overall company performance and financial health, ensuring that we maintain sustainability while rewarding our team.

Really good benefits, for really GREAT people:

Medical: CTP offers 3 superior plans, bringing our employees both in‑network and out‑of‑network options.

Vision + Dental: Both free to you + paid in full by CTP.

Retirement: 401k - 6% company contribution

PTO + Leave: A work life balance is extremely important to our team here at CTP, which is why our paid time off plans are so lucrative. Offering customizable leave plans to meet your needs is just one of our many perks! Jury Duty, Bereavement + Military Leave provided.

Career Growth: Up to $10,000 provided for approved career‑related learning, training, education, and/or tuition.

Life and AD&D Insurance/Short-Term & Long-Term Disability: More peace of mind, at zero cost to you.

Profit Sharing Bonus: End of year cash gets added to your bottom‑line.

Referral Bonus Program: Our tiered program provides an incentive with each stage of the hiring process your referral passes. Our bonuses range from $7,000-$20,000, if your referral joins the team.

Columbia Technology Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local law. Our EEO policy reflects our commitment to ensure equality and promote diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Our policy applies to all employees, job candidates, contractors, stakeholders, partners, and visitors.

CTP was voted one of the top 25 best places to work in Baltimore by Baltimore Magazine!