Exploitation Analyst *ALL LEVELS*

The Exploitation Analyst will collaborate to identify access and collection gaps that can be satisfied through cyber collection and/or preparation activities. Leverages all authorized resources and analytic techniques to penetrate targeted networks.

Responsibilities:

• Work on an integrated project team of analysts, operators, and developers conducting computer network operations

• Analyze network device configuration files and collected metadata to understand target connectivity, build network maps, and triage packet data.

• Use active and passive collection via NSA DNI & CNO tools to build network maps, identify opportunities for exploitation, and help build reliable collection pipelines.

Skills Requirements:

• Experience working in CNO or TFO analyzing target network data & metadata.

• Experience reading & analyzing network configuration files (e.g. routers, switches, firewalls) to understand network connectivity and identify opportunities for CNE.

• Experience with NSA DNI & CNO analytic tools.

• Extensive knowledge of the entire OSI model and understanding of network-related protocols


• Ability to work with technical operators in translating tasks and/or objectives to technical requirements

Nice to Haves:

• Experience in CNO conducting operations and working with analysts, operators, and developers.

• Understanding of multiple operating systems beyond Windows and Linux

• Scripting/software development to help build automated analysis tools.

LEVEL 1: Bachelors Degree + 2 years of experience

LEVEL 2: Bachelors Degree + 5 years of experience

LEVEL 3: Bachelors Degree + 8 years of experience

LEVEL 4: Bachelors Degree + 11 years of experience

Degree Field: Network Engineering, Systems Engineering, Information Technology, or related field (e.g., General Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Forensics, Cyber Security, Software Engineering, Information Assurance, or Computer Security).

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.