Cryptologic Computer Scientist Skill Level 3 - VV-1529

Nyla Technology Solutions

$154K — $182K *
Technical Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of professional experience in cyber operations, network analysis, or data engineering; or 5+ years with a Master's degree; or 11+ years of specialized experience without a degree.
  • Bachelor's degree in Cyber Security, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
  • Demonstrated hands-on experience with Apache Spark for big data processing.
  • Strong proficiency in Python for data manipulation, analytics generation, and automation.
  • Deep understanding of network communications and protocol analysis.
  • Experience in operating within high-volume, distributed data environments.

Responsibilities

  • Transform complex datasets into actionable intelligence.
  • Analyze network telemetry to create high-value operational content.
  • Utilize Python and Apache Spark to interrogate enterprise-scale datasets.
  • Dissect complex protocol behaviors for network insights.
  • Tailor dataflows to support mission objectives.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Opportunities for professional development and training.
  • Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance.
Full Job Description
Job Description

ACTIVE SECURITY CLEARANCE AT THE TS/SCI POLYGRAPH LEVEL IS REQUIRED

Turn massive, complex datasets into actionable intelligence! In this role, you will sit at the intersection of network intelligence, big data engineering, and operational content development. You'll leverage Python and Apache Spark to interrogate enterprise-scale datasets, dissect complex protocol behaviors, and transform raw network telemetry into high-value operational content. If you thrive on wrestling with massive data streams, understanding lower-level network communication, and tailoring dataflows for mission success, you'll fit right in with Team Nyla.

The annual base salary range for this role is $154,000-$182,000 (USD) , which does not include discretionary bonus compensation or our comprehensive benefits package. Actual compensation offered to the successful candidate may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level, among other things.

Required Skills

  • Big Data Processing: Demonstrated hands-on experience manipulating and analyzing large-scale datasets using Apache Spark.
  • Python Development: Strong, production-level proficiency in Python for data manipulation, analytics generation, and automation.
  • Network & Protocol Analysis: Deep technical understanding of network communications, packet analysis, and core internet protocols.
  • Large-Scale Data Handling: Comfortability operating in high-volume, distributed data environments with complex schemas.


Education: Bachelor's Degree in Cyber Security, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline, PLUS 7+ years of professional experience in cyber operations, network analysis, or data engineering OR Master's Degree in a related field, PLUS 5+ years of relevant professional experience OR High School Diploma / GED, PLUS 11+ years of specialized technical experience in lieu of a degree.

Desired Skills

Customer Systems & Tooling: Direct familiarity with customer-specific dataflow architectures, processing frameworks, and domain-specific tools.

ETL & Data Pipeline Optimization: Hands-on experience constructing, maintaining, and optimizing ETL streams and messaging systems.

Threat & Telemetry Analytics: Experience building custom detection rules or behavioral signatures based on network traffic metadata.

Modern Engineering Practices: Familiarity with version control tools (Git), containerized environments (Docker), and Agile workflows.

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