Cyber Analyst

Applied Network Solutions Inc.

$100K — $200K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 4 years of experience in signals analysis, with emphasis on protocol analysis and communication signals.
  • Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph.
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, Physical Science, or a related field; advanced degrees reduce experience requirements.
  • Experience with RF signal analysis preferred; familiarity with COMINT, ELINT, and FISINT is a plus.
  • Understanding of networking protocols and traffic characterization essential.

Responsibilities

  • Analyze protocol data to identify traffic patterns.
  • Examine metadata to locate and track targets.
  • Document and categorize malicious tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).
  • Utilize problem-solving skills to enhance network security analysis and troubleshooting.
  • Collaborate with R&D teams to model signal behavior and define parameters.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage including adult orthodontia.
  • Flexible work schedules and paid overtime potential.
  • Generous PTO policy and 11 paid holidays annually.
  • Family leave policies for maternity and paternity.
  • 401(k) plan featuring a 6% company contribution.
  • 100% employer-paid short- and long-term disability and life insurance.
  • Annual allowance for company-branded merchandise.
  • Referral bonus program incentives.
  • Professional development opportunities and supplemental military leave pay.
Full Job Description
Job Type

Full-time

Description

As a Protocol Analyst on our team, you will: analyze protocol data to determine traffic patterns, analyze metadata in order to identify, locate, and track targets, and categorize/document malicious tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).

Requirements:
  • PROFORMA focus - Understanding signal characteristics to determine signal structure, define parameters, model signal behavior. Strong demonstrated performance with Networking and protocols is required. Seeking exp with RF signal analysis. COMINT, ELINT, FISINTY experience on top is a plus. (pref 1 or more of these specialties) - R&D flair, Weapons and space (AWCP T&E)
  • Relevant experience must be in signals analysis, including protocol analysis, and preferably related to communication signals, network troubleshooting, network traffic characterization, and/or network security analysis.
  • Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph
  • Level 1 = 4 years' experience, Level 2 = 7 years of experience, Level 3 = 10 Years of experience, Level 4 = 13 years of Experience (2 years off experience off for Bachelors, 4 years off for Masters, 6 years off for PhD)
  • Degree must be in Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, a Physical Science or related field

Preferred Military Training: (Not required to have every training and certification course):
  • 451/461 (Intermediate Signals Analysis)
  • 452 (Advanced Signals Analysis)
  • Military COMINT Signals Analysis Program (MCSAP)

This is an opportunity for you to bring your ideas and unique perspective to our culture, you will help us ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter.

Requirements

Benefits:

ANS offers excellent compensation along with a generous benefits package to include:
  • Family Medical, Dental (w/ adult orthodontia) and Vision coverage
  • Pet Discount Program
  • PTO (Paid Time Off)
  • Maternity/ Paternity Leave
  • Supplemental Military Leave Pay
  • 11 Paid Holidays
  • 401(k) plan with 6% Company Contribution
  • Generous Professional Development Program
  • 100% Employer paid Short- and Long-Term Disability
  • 100% Employer paid Life Insurance
  • Supplemental Whole Life Insurance
  • Lucrative Referral Bonus Program
  • Annual Allowance for ANS Swag
  • Potential for Paid Overtime
  • Flexible Work Schedules

As required by local law, Applied Network Solutions, Inc. provides reasonable salary ranges of compensation for work performed in applicable states. Ranges are not a guarantee of compensation and depend on a variety of factors, including but not limited to contractual requirements, work location, years of experience, skill set, and education. Overtime is not guaranteed for this position.

The anticipated pay range for this position is $100,000.00 - $200,000.00 USD.

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