Signals / Protocol Analyst - multiple levels - CLEARANCE and POLYGRAPH REQUIRED
Summary
Signals/protocol analyst (multiple experience levels) supporting federal SIGINT work at Annapolis Junction, MD: analyzing communication and electronic intelligence signals (COMINT, ELINT, FISINT, PROFORMA), network traffic and protocol characterization using tools like SEDB, THRESHER, and Wireshark. Requires US citizenship plus active TS/SCI clearance and polygraph.
SEDB, THRESHER, WIRESHARK, ELINT, PROFORMA, MCSAP, MESAP
Due to federal contract requirements, United States citizenship and an active TS/SCI security clearance and polygraph are required for the position.
Required:
- Must be a US Citizen
- Must have TS/SCI clearance w/ active polygraph
- This position is open to multiple levels of years of experience; two (02) years within the last five (05) years must be directly related to the job you are applying for:
- Level 04 requires a minimum fifteen (15) years of direct/relevant experience
- Level 03 requires a minimum twelve (12) years of direct/relevant experience
- Level 02 requires a minimum nine (09) years of direct/relevant experience
- Level 01 requires a minimum six (06) years of direct/relevant experience
- Relevant experience must be in signals analysis (COMINT, ELINT, FISINT, and/or PROFORMA) and/or design and engineering or aerospace, communications, electronic or industrial systems
- Those who have completed relevant military degree programs (or equivalent) or who have completed relevant military training (9141 (Navy Tech ELINT Analyst 1N2A (Air Force Tech ELINT Analyst 451/461 (Intermediate Signals Analysis) or 452 (Advanced Signals Analysis); or who have participated in or graduated from a relevant training program such as the Military COMINT Signals Analysis Program (MCSAP) Military ELINT Signals Analysis Program (MESAP) or Military OpELINT Signals Analysis Program (MOSAP)
- Relevant experience must be in signals analysis, including protocol analysis, and preferably related to communication signals, network troubleshooting, network traffic characterization, and/or network security analysis
- Relevant experience related to communications signals (e.g., bitstream analysis, waveform analysis, protocol analysis), network troubleshooting, network traffic characterization, and/or network security analysis.
- Relevant experience with analyzing and interpreting complex signals data in a projected work environment.
- Proficient in software tools: SEDB, THRESHER, WIRESHARK
- Familiar with modern RF and communication technologies
- Familiar with discovery mission and techniques
- Familiar with collection and tasking flow
- Experience in working in collaborative environment with various external partners
- Background in tradecraft and analytic development
- Ability to detect, acquire, locate and identify foreign electronic intelligence.
- Experience with monitoring signals intelligence (SIGINT) equipment.
- Knowledge of agency specific tools and methodologies.
These Qualifications Would be Nice to Have:
- JCAC (Joint Cyber Analysis Course), Network+, Security+, Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), Microsoft Networking, Computer Network Administrator (CNA), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Information Systems Security Engineering Professional (ISSEP), Certified Ethical Hacking, and Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA).
- DOD 8140 / DOD 8570 Certifications.
- Experience in signal processing to contribute to general applications within the field; strong analytical mindset and the ability to work with diverse signal sources to extract valuable insights.
- Understanding of the data link layer of the OSI model, along with expertise in SONET and optical networking.
- Knowledge of network architectures to analyze and interpret complex network protocols, ensuring optimal performance and security across systems.
- Knowledge of networking fundamentals and the ability to work with advanced communication technologies.
The benefits package:
• Affordable healthcare options with 80% employer paid premium PLUS a company-funded HSA
• Dental insurance with 100% employer paid premium
• Vision with 80% employer paid premium
• Employer paid Life insurance 100%
• Employer paid Short-term and Long-term disability 100%
• Annual training, continued education, and professional memberships reimbursement
• Unlimited access to Red Hat Enterprise Linux, AWS, and NetApp training and accreditation
• Annual reimbursement for technology i.e. phones, computers, printers, etc...
• 401(k) with company match up to 5% with 100% immediate vesting (after 90 days of employment)
The environment and perks:
• Professional development investment and paid time off for training
• Contract and work locations in Maryland, Virginia, Colorado, Texas, Utah, California, Florida and Hawaii.
• Team building events throughout the year such as Destination Family Events, Holiday Party, Monthly Get-Togethers
• Leadership Team engagement and mentorship
• Performance Recognition Program
• Complimentary branded apparel
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Short answers (2)
- Do you know the year of your last polygraph? optional
- What is your date of availability for employment? optional
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- Are you a US citizen?
- Do you have a MD polygraph? If so, please specify what type.
- Are you open to relocation? optional
Written answers (1)
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