Computer Network Defense Analyst (CNDA), Advisor

As a Computer Network Defense Analyst, you will apply advanced analytical and technical skills to defend, monitor, and secure national networks. Responsibilities may include:

Detect, analyze, and respond to cyber threats using data from intrusion detection systems, firewalls, network traffic logs, and host system logs.

Develop and implement mitigations to strengthen network defenses and prevent attacks on network infrastructure devices or systems.

Support multiple data transport environments, including wired networks, wireless (Wi-Fi/cellular), collaborative platforms, and related hardware/software.

Build expertise in networking protocols, architectures, cloud security, IoT protocols, and advanced network defense techniques.

Collaborate with government, military, and contractor personnel to align intelligence priorities, mission needs, and technical expertise.

Apply analytical methods to form hypotheses, assess and select techniques, query and enrich data, and pivot as needed to provide actionable insights.

Document, contextualize, and communicate findings—including newly developed tradecraft—to teammates, stakeholders, and intelligence consumers.

What You Bring

Required Qualifications:

Experience and Education: 10+ years with an Associate’s degree, OR 8+ years with a Bachelor’s degree, OR 6+ years with a Master’s degree, OR 4+ years with a Ph.D.

10+ years with an Associate’s degree, OR

8+ years with a Bachelor’s degree, OR

6+ years with a Master’s degree, OR