Principal Network Evaluator

Navstar Inc.

$180K — $240K *
Aerospace & Defense
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph required.
  • 11+ years of experience in computer network defense and related fields.
  • Strong networking knowledge and analytical problem-solving skills.
  • Practical experience with Splunk and Elastic.
  • Familiarity with vulnerability assessment and digital forensics.

Responsibilities

  • Identify vulnerabilities and investigate cyber threats.
  • Conduct proactive computer network defense activities and mitigation strategies.
  • Perform vulnerability assessments and analyze network traffic.
  • Research emerging technologies related to cybersecurity.
  • Document findings and produce comprehensive reports for Government stakeholders.

Benefits

  • 100% employer-paid health care premiums for employees.
  • Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care expenses.
  • Generous PTO and paid federal holidays.
  • Employer-paid short term and long term disability insurance.
  • 401K plan with employer match.
  • Professional development assistance and referral programs.
Full Job Description
Role Description: Seeking a motivated Principal Network Evaluator to support an exciting Computer Network Defense mission. Evaluator will work closely with Government stakeholders to identify vulnerabilities, investigate cyber threats, conduct network defense operations, and provide actionable recommendations that strengthen enterprise security and mission capabilities.

Required Skills and Qualifications:
  • To be eligible for this position you must hold an active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph.
  • Conduct proactive computer network defense activities by analyzing systems and networks to identify vulnerabilities, detect network intrusions, monitor security events, assess attack surfaces, and develop operational courses of action to mitigate cyber threats.
  • Perform vulnerability assessments using industry-standard tools and techniques, analyze network traffic and audit logs, conduct packet analysis, research emerging technologies and vulnerabilities, support digital forensics and exploitation activities, document analytic findings, and produce comprehensive reports and recommendations for Government stakeholders.
  • Bachelor's degree plus 11-years of relevant experience, or equivalent. Experience with computer network defense, vulnerability assessment, incident response, packet analysis, network protocols, SIEM technologies, and cybersecurity analysis. Strong networking knowledge and analytical and problem-solving skills. Experience researching system vulnerabilities and developing mitigation strategies. Practical experience with Splunk and Elastic.


Desired Skills and Qualifications: Experience with Wireshark, tcpdump, or similar network analysis and SIEM tools. Knowledge of digital forensics, intrusion detection systems, vulnerability scanning technologies, MITRE ATT&CK, NIST cybersecurity frameworks, and scripting languages. Relevant cybersecurity certifications (Security+, CySA+, GCIH, GCIA, GCFA, CISSP, or equivalent).

Pay Rate: In compliance with Maryland's Equal Pay for Equal Work law, the annual base salary range for this position is $180,000-$240,000. This range represents the base pay for this role and is provided in accordance with Maryland's requirements to disclose compensation in job postings. Please note that actual compensation may vary based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate's qualifications, experience, education, skills, internal equity, and market conditions. In addition to base salary, candidates hired into this position may be eligible for a hiring bonus of $10,000.00, subject to applicable contingencies and Navstar policy.

Benefits at Navstar
  • Highly Competitive Health Care Premiums, including 100% employer paid for employee
  • Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical and Dependent Care
  • Generous PTO and Federal Holiday Paid Leave
  • Employer Paid STD/LTD
  • Employer Paid Life Insurance
  • 401K plan and Employer Match
  • Referral and Opportunity Referral Programs
  • Professional Development Assistance

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