Exploitation Analyst Level 3

Staffed4U • Annapolis Junction, MD

73d • $149,000 - $177,000

About The Position

An opportunity is available for a Level 3 Exploitation Analyst (EA) to support mission-critical cyber intelligence operations. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of adversary networks and cyber operational capabilities, with a strong analytical mindset and the ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic, multi-disciplinary environment.

Requirements

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph
• Degree in a technical field such as: Network Engineering Systems Engineering Information Technology Computer Science Cybersecurity Computer Engineering Electrical Engineering Software Engineering Computer Forensics Information Assurance / Security
• Up to 18 semester hours of military training/coursework in networking, computer science, or cyber-related topics may be considered equivalent to an Associate's degree.
• Relevant experience must include work in: Computer or information systems design/development/analysis Cybersecurity or network security Systems or network administration Penetration testing or vulnerability analysis Systems engineering Programming or software/hardware engineering Computer forensics or information assurance
• Military training such as the Joint Cyber Analysis Course (JCAC) may count toward experience (e.g., a 24-week JCAC course = 6 months of experience).
• PhD → Minimum of 4 years applicable experience
• Master’s Degree → Minimum of 6 years applicable experience
• Bachelor’s Degree → Minimum of 8 years applicable experience
• Associate Degree → Minimum of 10 years applicable experience

Responsibilities

• Leverage in-depth knowledge of adversary networks, cyber defenses, and operational behaviors to develop and adjust exploitation plans.
• Collaborate with government, military, and contractor teams to align on intelligence priorities and operational goals.
• Utilize analytical techniques to form hypotheses, explore and fuse multiple data sources, and extract actionable insights.
• Analyze network environments and security postures to identify vulnerabilities or exploitation opportunities.
• Document findings, create contextualized intelligence products, and share tradecraft across teams and stakeholders.
• Support the development and adaptation of analytical tradecraft as technologies and threat landscapes evolve.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level