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Intrusion Analyst Multiple Levels (TSSCI with Polygraph required)

Red Alpha


Job Location:

Howard County, MD - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 80000 - 125000
Posted: 3 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 30 September 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

A day in the life:

As an Intrusion Analyst youll support critical missions through analysis of data derived from various network and telecom communication systems. Your responsibilities will include (but not be limited to):

  • Analyze target digital network data to discover analyze and document malicious or unauthorized activity using information collected from a variety of SIGINT and computer network defense resources
  • Analyze metadata collected from tasked communications systems in order to identify locate and track targets and to accurately report the intelligence gained from metadata analysis
  • Categorize traffic as benign suspicious or malicious activity
  • Document malicious tactics techniques and procedures (TTPs)
  • Develop and implement mitigation strategies
What you bring to the table:
  • Level 1:
    • A Bachelors degree in a technical discipline and 2 years of relevant experience
    • Experience in malware analysis
    • Programming experience in C C# Java Perl or Python is preferred
    • An active TS/SCI with Polygraph
  • Level 2:
    • A Bachelors degree in a technical discipline and 5 years of relevant experience OR a Masters Degree and 3 years of relevant experience
    • CISSP CEH Sec Net GIAC GREM and/or CREA Certification
    • Experience in malware analysis
    • An active TS/SCI with Polygraph
  • Level 3:
    • A Bachelors degree in a technical discipline and 8 years of relevant experience OR a Masters Degree and 6 years of relevant experience
    • CISSP CEH Sec Net GIAC GREM and/or CREA Certification
    • Experience in malware analysis
    • An active US Government TS/SCI security clearance with Polygraph

Bonus Skills:

  • Level 1:
    • CISSP GIAC GREM or CREA Certification is preferred
The total package:
Our total compensation package was strategically designed with our members in mindwith the intention to: reward our members for their hard work and commitment to our customers missions; allow members to share in Red Alphas success as wecontinue to grow and expand our footprint; provide long-term career opportunities through stability and internal mobility; and provide the resources our members need to support themselvesandtheir dependents in the form of a robust benefits package. Our total compensation package includes a competitive base salary andbenefits such as health life/disability 401k paid time offprofessional development and generous bonus programs. Please visit ourbenefitstab for additional information.
Salary Range:
  • Disclosed pay ranges are a general guideline and are not a guarantee of a final salary or compensation. Our approach in determining final salaries takes into consideration a number of factors such as education certifications total years of relevant professional experienceactual level of expertise and the responsibilities of the role itself.
  • Based on the outlined roles responsibilities and requirements the projected pay range for these positions are:
    • Level 1: $80000 - $125000
    • Level 2: $120000 - $160000
    • Level 3: $140000 - $180000
    • Level 4: $165000 - $215000
Some of our additional perks and benefits include:
  • Retire soonerthan planned: Get closer to retirement with up to 10% in 401k contributions immediately vested.
  • Have a career AND a life:Enjoy up to 5 weeks of leave (25 days of personal time off) and 11 paid floating holidays.
  • Stay at your best:As a member well pay 100% of your premiums for comprehensive health dental and vision insurance. Well also pay the majority of the premiums for your family. Lets not forge free access to a fully equipped state of the art gym!
  • Keep current on new technologies and technological advancements: $5250 per year towards ongoing education trainings certifications and maintaining professional memberships.
  • Dress in style: Spend up to $300 per year on company branded merchandise featuring top quality brands such as Under Armour Nike Carhartt YETI etc.
  • Enjoy the culture: Attend fun company events throughout the year such as our Oktoberfest summer picnic and annual holiday party! These are all in additon to your team events which may include happy hours baseball games snowboarding RenFest and more!
Every day our elite customers are pushing through the grind to defeat the enemy even putting their lives on the line for our freedom. Rise to the occasion with us to deliver engineering excellence to match their dedication to this nation. Join us as webring digital transformation to the fight!

Required Experience:

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About Company

Red Alpha is a U.S. based Software Technology and Consulting firm serving both the Defense and Commercial sectors specializing in software development, prototyping and innovation.

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