Senior Network Forensics Engineer

Nyla Technology Solutions•Annapolis Junction, MD

About The Position

In this high-stakes role, you will leverage deep tradecraft and query expertise to spearhead access discovery, enablement, link analysis, and network forensic investigations across DNI/DNR target environments. You won't just run routine queries—you’ll harness XKS-Genesis scripting, utilize DX workflows, and deploy programmatic tools to optimize analytics, build custom techniques, and enhance computer information systems. Working collaboratively, you will synthesize complex intelligence, present clear analytic findings, and build technical documentation using the Atlassian suit (Jira, Confluence). If you thrive in fast-paced operational environments, love solving intricate technical puzzles, and take pride in rock-solid analysis, Team Nyla wants you on the front lines with us!

Requirements

ACTIVE SECURITY CLEARANCE AT THE TS/SCI POLYGRAPH LEVEL IS REQUIRED
Deep operational experience leveraging tradecraft and executing queries for target exploration.
Demonstrated proficiency in access discovery, enablement techniques, link analysis, and network forensics across DNI and DNR data sources.
Direct hands-on experience using XKS-Genesis scripting and DX workflows to build and refine custom analytic capabilities.
Practical scripting or programmatic skills (such as Python or Shell) used to optimize analytics, enhance computer information systems, and develop novel analytical techniques.
Proven ability to document analytic workflows, synthesize complex findings, and communicate technical intelligence using Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence).
Bachelor’s Degree in Cyber Security, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline, PLUS 7+ years of professional experience in cyber operations, network analysis, or data engineering OR Master’s Degree in a related field, PLUS 5+ years of relevant professional experience OR High School Diploma / GED , PLUS 11+ years of specialized technical experience in lieu of a degree.

Nice To Haves

Deep understanding of network protocols, packet analysis, and internet infrastructure architecture.
Experience developing and automating custom SIGINT/cyber analytics to streamline high-volume data exploitation.
Strong presentation skills with experience delivering operational briefs to senior mission leads and inter-agency partners.

Responsibilities

Spearhead access discovery, enablement, link analysis, and network forensic investigations across DNI/DNR target environments.
Harness XKS-Genesis scripting, utilize DX workflows, and deploy programmatic tools to optimize analytics, build custom techniques, and enhance computer information systems.
Synthesize complex intelligence and present clear analytic findings.
Build technical documentation using the Atlassian suit (Jira, Confluence).