Job DescriptionACTIVE SECURITY CLEARANCE AT THE TS/SCI POLYGRAPH LEVEL IS REQUIREDIn this high-stakes role, you will leverage deep tradecraft and query expertise to spearhead access discovery, enablement, link analysis, and network forensic investigations across DNI/DNR target environments. You won't just run routine queries-you'll harness XKS-Genesis scripting, utilize DX workflows, and deploy programmatic tools to optimize analytics, build custom techniques, and enhance computer information systems. Working collaboratively, you will synthesize complex intelligence, present clear analytic findings, and build technical documentation using the Atlassian suit (Jira, Confluence). If you thrive in fast-paced operational environments, love solving intricate technical puzzles, and take pride in rock-solid analysis, Team Nyla wants you on the front lines with us!
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- Tradecraft Querying: Deep operational experience leveraging tradecraft and executing queries for target exploration.
- Access Discovery & Enablement: Demonstrated proficiency in access discovery, enablement techniques, link analysis, and network forensics across DNI and DNR data sources.
- XKS-Genesis & Analytics Scripting: Direct hands-on experience using XKS-Genesis scripting and DX workflows to build and refine custom analytic capabilities.
- Programmatic Optimization: Practical scripting or programmatic skills (such as Python or Shell) used to optimize analytics, enhance computer information systems, and develop novel analytical techniques.
- Analytic Documentation & Atlassian Tooling: Proven ability to document analytic workflows, synthesize complex findings, and communicate technical intelligence using Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence).
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 SkillsDeep understanding of network protocols, packet analysis, and internet infrastructure architecture.
Experience developing and automating custom SIGINT/cyber analytics to streamline high-volume data exploitation.
Strong presentation skills with experience delivering operational briefs to senior mission leads and inter-agency partners.
