Digital Network Exploitation Analyst Mid to Experienced Level (Maryland)
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Fort Meade, MD - USA
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Job Summary
As a Digital Network Exploitation Analyst at NSA youll use your computer science skills to analyze and exploit foreign adversaries digital networks and communications. Youll play a critical role in NSAs cybersecurity and intelligence operations by providing an understanding of the threat landscape and identifying vulnerabilities within these networks. For more information please visit: DNEA Work Roles
In this role you will perform discovery and target technology analysis of digital networks and mobile communications.
Additional responsibilities may include:
- Conducting analysis of metadata
- Conducting target analysis and research
- Identifying target communications within the global network
- Performing global network analysis and mapping
- Using knowledge of customer requirements to analyze and process intelligence information
- Performing exploitation and operations on target networks
- Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a security background investigation and polygraph.
The qualifications listed are the minimum acceptable to be considered for the position.
Degree must be in Computer Science (CS). Related fields (e.g. Engineering Mathematics Information Technology or Systems Cybersecurity Information Assurance or Security Networking and Telecommunications) may be considered relevant if the programs contain at minimum a concentration of courses in the following: algorithms; computer architecture or network architecture; data structures; logic and computation; and mathematics (for example algebra calculus or discrete mathematics).
Relevant experience must be in computer or information systems design/development/ addition relevant experience may also include engineering hardware and/or software programming computer/network security vulnerability analysis penetration testing computer forensics information assurance cybersecurity systems engineering and/or network and system administration. Completion of military training in a relevant area such as JCAC (Joint Cyber Analysis course) will be considered towards the relevant experience requirement (i.e. 24-week JCAC course will count as 6 months of experience).
FULL PERFORMANCE
Entry is with a Bachelors degree plus 3 years of relevant experience or a Masters degree plus 1 year of relevant experience or a Doctoral degree and no experience. An Associates degree plus 5 years of relevant experience may be considered for individuals with in-depth experience that is clearly related to the position.
SENIOR
Entry is with a Bachelors degree plus 6 years of relevant experience or a Masters degree plus 4 years of relevant experience or a Doctoral degree plus 2 years of relevant experience. An Associates degree plus 8 years of relevant experience may be considered for individuals with in-depth experience that is clearly related to the position.
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Pay: Salary offers are based on candidates education level and years of experience relevant to the position and also take into account information provided by the hiring manager/organization regarding the work level for the position.
Salary Range: $105262 - $192764 (Full Performance Senior)
Salary range varies by location work level and relevant experience to the position.
Training will be provided based on the selectees needs and experience.
Benefits: NSA offers a comprehensive benefits package.
Work Schedule: This is a full-time position Monday - Friday with basic 8hr/day work requirement between 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. (flexible).
DCIPS Trial Period:
If selected for this position you will be required to serve a two-year DCIPS trial period unless you are a veterans preference-eligible employee in which case you are required to serve a one-year trial period. This trial period runs concurrently with your commitment to the position if applicable. Before finalizing your appointment at the conclusion of your trial period NSA will determine whether your continued employment advances the public interest. This decision will be based on factors such as your performance and conduct; the Agencys needs and interests; whether your continued employment would advance the Agencys organizational goals; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.
Upon completion of your trial period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification in writing that your continued employment advances the public interest.
If you do not receive certification for continued employment you should receive written notice prior to the end of your trial period that your employment will be terminated and the effective date of such termination.
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government passionate about the ideals of our American republic and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
