Defense Network Exploitation Analyst – Level 4

Markon

Digital Network Exploitation Analyst at Markon supporting advanced SIGINT operations for Fort Meade Customer. In-depth analysis of digital networks and actionable intelligence for operational decisions.

Posted 4/30/2026full-timeFort Meade • Maryland • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $210,000 - $240,000 per yearWebsite

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform advanced SIGINT and cyberspace analysis to support multi-domain operations
Respond to RFIs across multiple intelligence disciplines to solve complex problem sets
Exploit target digital networks and develop network enumeration maps of key infrastructure
Develop and maintain detailed target profiles, including associations, activities, and communication infrastructures
Conduct network analysis to support intelligence collection and targeting efforts
Identify trends in threat development, capabilities, and performance
Provide intelligence recommendations and mitigation strategies to counter emerging threats
Produce intelligence products including briefs, reports, threat assessments, and technical documentation
Deliver subject matter expertise through presentations and stakeholder engagements
Coordinate SIGINT and cyber intelligence products with interagency and Communities of Interest (COI)
Collaborate with analysts and planners to integrate SIGINT and cyber into operational frameworks
Conduct Scientific and Technical Intelligence (S&TI) analysis of foreign systems and technologies
Analyze commercial and foreign devices to determine functionality and operational intent

Requirements

What you’ll need

TS/SCI with Active Polygraph with this Customer
11+ years of experience as a TDNA, DNEA, or equivalent role/MOS
Minimum 3 years of experience in operations coordination at O-5 level command or equivalent DoD environment
Strong knowledge of networking concepts, protocols, and network security methodologies
Experience with SIGINT targeting analysis and global intelligence operations
Familiarity with Cyber Mission Force (CMF) roles (CMT, NMT, CST, NST, CPT)
Knowledge of cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and exploitation techniques
Experience with real-time or near-real-time knowledge management systems
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work shift schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays
Ability to respond to emergent operational requirements
Desired Experience supporting USASOC or Joint SOF organizations
Ability to work independently with limited oversight in a joint environment
Relevant certifications (e.g., Network+, Security+, CEH, Scrum, Digital Network Intelligence, SOCOM SIGINT Operators Course)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability
401(k) match
Flexible Spending Accounts
EAP
Training and Tuition Assistance
Paid Time Off
Holidays

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Hard Skills & Tools

SIGINT analysiscyberspace analysisnetwork analysisnetwork security methodologiestargeting analysisintelligence collectionthreat assessmenttechnical documentationnetwork enumerationcyber exploitation techniques

Soft Skills

strong written communicationstrong verbal communicationability to work independentlyability to respond to emergent operational requirementscollaborationstakeholder engagementpresentation skillsproblem-solvingorganizational skillsability to work under limited oversight

Certifications

TS/SCI with Active PolygraphNetwork+Security+CEHScrumDigital Network IntelligenceSOCOM SIGINT Operators Course