CNO - Network Analyst - IP, Traffic, Wireshark
About The Position
Conducts analysis of collection and open-source data to profile target networks and their activities. Utilizes knowledge of target technologies and digital networks and the applications on them to determine the operating posture of the network. Develops techniques to gain more target information. Applies analysis techniques against metadata collected from communications systems in order to characterize networks, and accurately report vulnerabilities identified from metadata analysis. Analysts should be technology savvy and flexible enough to rapidly shift from one data collection to another. Selects collection of data required for analysis. Basic internet research skills and an understanding of telecommunications and computer network communications fundamentals are required. Organizes resources and information in support of mission and operational requirements. Accommodates last minute requirements and has the flexibility to respond to ever-evolving quick-reaction capability requirements. Participation in Analyst-toAnalyst exchanges, seminars, conferences, or other as requested. Conducts advanced analysis of collection and open-source data to profile target networks. Apply analytic techniques to review relevant content carried in network communications. Develop techniques to gain target information. Apply analytic techniques against metadata collected from communications systems in order to characterize networks, and to accurately report vulnerabilities identified from metadata analysis.
Requirements
- A current Top-Secret/SCI with polygraph security clearance is required.
- Candidates cannot be sponsored or nominated for a government security clearance under this position.
- Experience with NSA data repositories XKEYSCORE, DX, etc
- Experience in operating collection front-end systems such as the AST-557, Packet Raptor, AST-128, etc.
- Experience in network analysis including non-IP networks, telecommunications, network management systems and network management protocols
- Basic data processing skills (scripting in PERL, PYTHON, etc. or equivalent capability)
- Experience using Wireshark and/or Renoir
- Experience in researching and using telecommunications standards (ITU-T Recommendations and IEFT RFCs)
- Strong teaming skills to work with other technical disciplines to include signals analysts, protocol analysts, hardware developers, and intelligence analysts
- Strong technical writing skills to articulate requirements to ANR developers as well as developers in other organizations including vendors
- Experience with NSA data repositories BLACKPEARL, XKEYSCORE, NKB, etc.
- Experience in operating collection front-end systems such as the AST-557, Packet Raptor, AST-128, etc.
- Able to diagnose a network protocol using the outputs of standard NSA signals and protocol analysis tools (WIRESHARK, DVT, TAROTCARD, etc.)
Nice To Haves
- Basic internet research skills and an understanding of telecommunications and computer network communications fundamentals are required.
Responsibilities
- Conducts analysis of collection and open-source data to profile target networks and their activities.
- Utilizes knowledge of target technologies and digital networks and the applications on them to determine the operating posture of the network.
- Develops techniques to gain more target information.
- Applies analysis techniques against metadata collected from communications systems in order to characterize networks, and accurately report vulnerabilities identified from metadata analysis.
- Analysts should be technology savvy and flexible enough to rapidly shift from one data collection to another.
- Selects collection of data required for analysis.
- Organizes resources and information in support of mission and operational requirements.
- Accommodates last minute requirements and has the flexibility to respond to ever-evolving quick-reaction capability requirements.
- Participation in Analyst-toAnalyst exchanges, seminars, conferences, or other as requested.
- Conducts advanced analysis of collection and open-source data to profile target networks.
- Apply analytic techniques to review relevant content carried in network communications.
- Develop techniques to gain target information.
- Apply analytic techniques against metadata collected from communications systems in order to characterize networks, and to accurately report vulnerabilities identified from metadata analysis.
Benefits
- Above Market Hourly Pay
- 11% Roth or Traditional 401k with Immediate Vesting and Deposit
- Spot Bonuses for Assisting with Business Development and Company Growth
- Professional Development Bonuses for Certificates and Degrees
- Company subsidized Medical Coverage
- 100% Company Paid Vision and Dental Coverage
- 100% Company Paid Long Term Disability , Short Term Disability , and Group Life Insurance
- Monthly Wellness Reimbursement
- Paid Time Off with Flexible Work Schedules and Birthday Off
- Amazon Prime Membership and Monthly Internet Reimbursement
- Technology and Productivity Allowance for Equipment and Supplies
- Morale Building and Company Events to Celebrate our Successes and Build our Community
- Onboarding and Annual Swag
- Company Paid Professional Development and Training
- Referral bonus of up to $10,000 for each successful hire.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
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