Digital Network Exploitation Analyst

The Opportunity:

Do you enjoy the thrill of the hunt? Are you motivated by the head-to-head challenge of gaining access to well-protected networks and equally driven to teach others how to do the same? As a network exploitation professional, you know that understanding adversaries’ tactics, techniques, and procedures is cru cia l to producing the intelligence that enables the success of mission owners.

At Booz Allen, you can apply your vulnerability analysis, network mapping, RF engineering, exploitation, and telecommunications experience to shape the next generation of analysts, executing hands-on training that informs our nation’s most critical security missions.

On our team, you’ll be t rus ted to guide students as they probe targets using the latest network-based analysis tools and structures like Wireshark, Data Xplorer, XKEYSCORE, Mando, and other s. Using your innate curiosity, technical expertise, and passion for mentorship, you’ll teach others how to select attack vectors, map cellular and 5G infrastructure, and match target vulnerabilities to custom capabilities.

You’ll guide defense and Intelligence Community (IC) learners by leveraging advanced SIGINT, protocol analysis, and forensic-based tools to analyze complex cyber environments and perform precise target  this role, you’ll uncover previously unknown and emerging adversary capabilities that impact national security and global cyber operations by designing rigorous, hands-on technical curricula and emulating real-world threat environments in a live-tissue lab setting.

As a leader and mentor, you will comfortably bridge the gap between complex network theory and tactical execution. With opportunities to expand both your own technology base and tool knowledge, you’ll guide a growing team committed to developing creative instructional and operational solutions for our classified customers.

Safeguard the future with us and develop the offensive cyber talent essential to providing national security for today and tomorrow.

Join us. The world can’t wait.

You Have:10+ years of experience as a Digital Network Exploitation Analyst ( DNEA ) , Target Development Network Analyst ( TDNA ) , or Exploitation Analyst ( EA ) performing advanced network technical targeting and deep-packet data analysis
10+ years of experience supporting the IC in high-impact tactical or strategic targeting roles
10+ years of experience planning, executing, and optimizing collection, analysis, or targeting workflows against complex, divers e network-based target sets
10+ years of experience using network analysis tools such as XKEYSCORE, Data Xplorer, Seahawk, or Vulko, to support mission requirements

Experience in advanced network analysis

Knowledge of network protocols, traffic routing, and communication flows to reconstruct network topologies

Ability to operate with high autonomy, proactively identifying high-value analytic areas of interest and driving targeting discovery without explicit client guidance

Ability to independently isolate network traffic of interest, perform deep-dive analysis, and deliver actionable recommendations for operational exploitation opportunitiesTS/SCI clearance with a polygraph

Bachelor’s degree

Nice If You Have:15+ years of experience working across adjacent technical domains such as Radio Frequency ( RF ) communications, cyber operations, or digital forensics

Bachelor's degree in a technical, analytical, or educational field such as CS, Technology, Intelligence Studies, or Education, preferred ;
Master’s degree in a related field a plus Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information ; TS/SCI clearance with polygraph is required.

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