Computer Network Defense Analyst (CNDA), Senior Associate - TS/S with Security Clearance
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onReece Road, Meade Heights, Odenton, Anne Arundel County, Maryland, 21144, United States
About Peraton
Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. We operate at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. Our employees solve the most daunting challenges our customers face every day, serving as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supporting every branch of the U.S. armed forces.
About the Role
Peraton's Cyber Mission in Annapolis Junction, MD, supplies the Intelligence community with mission-essential Next Generation SIGINT Analysts and Cyber professionals. This role is designed to support and defend our nation's security by delivering network and exploitation analysis to secure vital networks. You will join a team of SIGINT, Intelligence, and Cyber professionals working to accelerate the nation's ability to meet the challenges posed by an increasingly complex global security environment.
In this position, you will be part of a collaborative environment involving government, military, and contractor personnel. The day-to-day involves developing a shared understanding of intelligence needs and mission relevance while applying analytical skills to form hypotheses, critically assess analysis techniques, and pivot within data to attain and share insights. You will distill, document, and contextualize findings, including any new tradecraft developed with teammates, stakeholders, and intelligence consumers, to address the world's most difficult challenges.
Hiring Process
The application period for this role is estimated to be 30 days from the posting date, though this timeline may be adjusted based on business needs and candidate availability. By applying, you express interest in both the role and the company. During the review process, selected candidates may be required to participate in an on-camera interview and a process to verify their identity.
Equal Opportunity
Peraton is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Reece Road, Meade Heights, Odenton, Anne Arundel County, Maryland, 21144, United States
Odenton, Maryland
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleIdentify potential vulnerabilities and respond to cyber events using intrusion detection systems and logs
- check_circleDevelop mitigations to strengthen network defenses and protect against attacks on infrastructure
- check_circleBuild expertise in networking protocols, cloud security, IoT protocols, and advanced network security
- check_circleDistill, document, contextualize, and share findings including new tradecraft with stakeholders
- check_circleCollaborate with government, military, and contractor personnel to align on intelligence needs and mission relevance
- check_circleApply analytical skills to query, merge, enrich, and pivot data to generate actionable insights
- check_circleSupport diverse data transport possibilities including wired, wireless, and collaborative platforms
Requirements
- verified4 years experience with associate's degree OR 2 years experience with bachelor's degree
- verifiedExperience in computer/network security, vulnerability analysis, or systems engineering
- verifiedExperience in network or system administration
- verifiedActive TS SCI security clearance with current polygraph
- verifiedDegree in Network Engineering, Systems Engineering, IT, or related field
- verifiedKnowledge of firewall administration, encryption technologies, and network protocols
Nice to Have
Degree in Network Engineering, Systems Engineering, Information Technology, General Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Forensics, Cyber Security, Software Engineering, Information Assurance, or Computer Security. Ability to conduct computer/network security and target development. Knowledge of all aspects of computer/network security, including firewall administration, encryption technologies, and network protocols.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleHeavily subsidized employee benefits coverage for you and your dependentscheck_circle25 days of PTO accrued annually up to a generous PTO capcheck_circleParticipation in an attractive bonus plancheck_circleMedical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off, and company paid holidays
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Network And Exploitation Analysis, Intrusion Detection Systems, Firewalls, Network Traffic Logs, Host System Logs, Network Defenses, Network Infrastructure, Wired Networks, Wireless Transport, Wi-Fi.
Education: Associate's degree with 4 years experience OR Bachelor's with 2 years experience; Bachelor's degree with 2 years experience OR Associate's with 4 years experience; Degree in Network Engineering, Systems Engineering, IT, or related field preferred.
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Peraton is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: 4 years experience with associate's degree OR 2 years experience with bachelor's degree; Experience in computer/network security, vulnerability analysis, or systems engineering; Experience in network or system administration; Active TS SCI security clearance with current polygraph; Degree in Network Engineering, Systems Engineering, IT, or related field; and Knowledge of firewall administration, encryption technologies, and network protocols.
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Educational requirements for this role: Associate's degree with 4 years experience OR Bachelor's with 2 years experience; Bachelor's degree with 2 years experience OR Associate's with 4 years experience; and Degree in Network Engineering, Systems Engineering, IT, or related field preferred.
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