Target Intelligence Analyst & Cyber Defense

Analyst positions: TDNA, CNDA, DNEA and EA 0088881 - Annapolis Junction, MD – Full Time Target Digital Network Analyst (TDNA) Responsibilities

• Conduct advanced analysis of collection and open‑source data to generate intelligence insights and leads.
• Ensure target continuity, profile targets and activities, and develop techniques to gain additional target information.
• Maintain databases supporting targeting, tasking, and analysis functions.
• Identify intelligence gaps and tailor collection efforts to close those gaps.
• Apply agency tool knowledge and understanding of Intelligence Community missions and requirements.
• Collaborate with government, military, and contractor personnel to develop shared mission understanding and intelligence solutions.

• Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.
• Experience or understanding of agency tools.
• Additional relevant experience may substitute for formal education.
• Experience in intelligence analysis, including target development, social network analysis, metadata analysis, and customer tool sets/databases.
• Foreign language proficiency may be considered toward meeting experience requirements.

• Evaluate target opportunities using all-source intelligence to understand and map target networks.
• Assist in developing detailed exploitation and operational plans.
• Analyze SIGINT and cybersecurity data across multiple levels of the OSI network stack.
• Apply knowledge of logical and physical IP core infrastructure, communication devices, network connectivity, and traffic movement.
• Analyze collection data to guide tasking decisions, identify collection issues, and improve operational effectiveness.
• Develop new tradecraft and methodologies as technologies and target environments evolve.

• Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.
• Experience or direct knowledge of agency tools.
• Strong understanding of IP network infrastructure, devices, and traffic flows.
• Experience with SIGINT collection, target development, and tasking processes.
• Ability to analyze collection data and develop exploitation strategies.

• Computer or information systems design, development, or analysis.
• Hardware and software engineering.
• Computer programming.
• Computer and network security.
• Vulnerability analysis.
• Penetration testing.
• Computer forensics.
• Information assurance.
• Systems engineering.
• Network and systems administration.

• Exploit and analyze collected information to support intelligence and operational objectives.
• Identify intelligence value from structured and unstructured data sources.
• Produce actionable reports and analytical findings.
• Support mission operations through intelligence research and analysis.
• Collaborate with technical and operational teams to deliver intelligence products.

• Experience in intelligence analysis, research, exploitation, or related fields.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to synthesize large volumes of information into actionable intelligence.

• Monitor, detect, analyze, and respond to cybersecurity threats and incidents.
• Conduct incident investigations and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Perform threat analysis, vulnerability assessments, and security monitoring.
• Support defensive cyber operations and continuous monitoring activities.
• Maintain awareness of emerging cyber threats and adversary tactics.

• Experience in cybersecurity, incident response, network defense, or information assurance.
• Knowledge of security tools, frameworks, and best practices.
• Familiarity with network protocols, operating systems, and security monitoring platforms.
• Industry certifications such as Security+, CySA+, GCIH, CISSP, or similar are desirable.

• Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph required for applicable positions.
• Strong analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a mission-focused environment.
• Commitment to supporting national security objectives.

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