Career Opportunities

• Experience with mathematical modeling, algorithm development, and analytic problem-solving
• Strong foundation in advanced mathematics, including areas such as discrete mathematics, linear algebra, probability, and statistics
• Ability to apply mathematical methods to real-world problems in a research or applied setting
• Strong analytical mindset with attention to rigor, accuracy, and logical consistency

Level 2:

• 5 years of relevant experience in the design, development, use, and evaluation of mathematical models, methods, and/or techniques (e.g., algorithm development) to study issues and solve problems
• A Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
• Degree must include at least 24 credit hours of advanced mathematics

Level 3:

• 8 years of relevant experience in the design, development, use, and evaluation of mathematical models, methods, and/or techniques (e.g., algorithm development) to study issues and solve problems
• A Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
• Degree must include at least 24 credit hours of advanced mathematics

Level 4:

• 11 years of relevant experience in the design, development, use, and evaluation of mathematical models, methods, and/or techniques (e.g., algorithm development) to study issues and solve problems
• A Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
• Degree must include at least 24 credit hours of advanced mathematics
• US citizenship and an active TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance required

• Develop, analyze, and manage program budgets in alignment with organizational goals and mission requirements
• Perform budget formulation, execution, and reconciliation activities across multiple funding lines
• Track financial performance, expenditures, and obligations to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Prepare financial reports, briefings, and documentation for leadership and stakeholders
• Support spend plan development and analysis to optimize resource allocation
• Align budget activities with federal budget submission cycles and congressional budget justification requirements
• Conduct variance analysis and provide recommendations to improve financial efficiency and effectiveness
• Collaborate with program managers, contracting teams, and leadership to support financial decision-making
• Ensure adherence to financial policies, regulations, and audit readiness standards

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field
• Ten (10) years of combined experience in:
  • Budget formulation
  • Financial tracking and execution
  • Financial reporting
  • Spend plan analysis
• Five (5) years of experience aligning budgets with federal budget submission processes and congressional budget justification requirements (may be included within the ten years above)
• US citizenship and an active TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance required

• Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related discipline
• Certified Defense Financial Manager (CDFM) or equivalent certification

• BS in Information Technology, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience
• 7+ years of architecture experience designing, developing, and documenting collection capabilities and services in the cloud
• 5+ years of experience driving innovation and optimization in the design, development, and deployment of collection capabilities
• Demonstrated knowledge of emerging technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), and cloud computing.
• Experience architecting and leading the implementation of collection solutions that enhance security, agility, and effectiveness of collection capabilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft cloud-based tools including Office 365, Azure, Entra, Intune, and Teams
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with demonstrated ability to effectively engage all levels of Customer and contractor personnel
• Experience collaborating with Customer staff, contractors, and external vendors in support of technical delivery
• US citizenship and an active TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance required 

• Develop and maintain software using Assembly, C, C++, Java, Perl, and Python.
• Design and implement data flows and tasking frameworks for CNO tools.
• Conduct design, code, and readiness reviews to ensure quality and reliability.
• Present and communicate technical updates and ensure thorough project documentation.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure performance and security standards are met.
• Build and debug network-level applications using sockets programming.
• Expertise in IP, TCP, and application-layer protocols for optimization.
• Support integration, testing, and deployment of operational systems.

• At least four (4) years' experience designing and maintaining solutions utilizing CNO tools. Expertise in network programming and CNO techniques.
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or network engineering preferred. Equivalent years of experience is required without degree.
• US citizenship and an active security clearance required

• Experience supporting data management, collection processes, or mission operations
• Ability to track, organize, and manage large sets of data and requirements
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to collaborate across teams and communicate effectively
• Familiarity with intelligence or mission-driven environments is a plus

Level 1:

• A Bachelor’s degree with 2 years of relevant experience, OR
• An Associate’s degree with 4 years of relevant experience, OR
• A High School diploma/GED with 6 years of relevant experience
• Degree in any field is acceptable

Level 2:

• A Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of relevant experience, OR
• A Master’s degree with 3 years of relevant experience, OR
• An Associate’s degree with 7 years of relevant experience, OR
• A High School diploma/GED with 9 years of relevant experience
• Degree in any field is acceptable

Level 3:

• A Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of relevant experience, OR
• A Master’s degree with 6 years of relevant experience, OR
• An Associate’s degree with 10 years of relevant experience, OR
• A High School diploma/GED with 12 years of relevant experience
• Degree in any field is acceptable

Level 4:

• A Bachelor’s degree with 11 years of relevant experience, OR
• A Master’s degree with 9 years of relevant experience, OR
• An Associate’s degree with 13 years of relevant experience, OR
• A High School diploma/GED with 15 years of relevant experience
• Degree in any field is acceptable
• US citizenship and an active TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance required

• Use information collected from a variety of sources (e.g., intrusion detection systems, firewalls, network traffic logs, and host system logs) to identify potential vulnerabilities, respond to cyber events that occur, and defend against events that might occur.
• Help develop mitigations to strengthen network defenses and protect against attacks on network infrastructure devices or systems.
• Work with data transport technologies, including traditional wired networks, wireless transport (Wi-Fi and cellular), collaborative platforms such as video teleconferencing, and the hardware and software that support them.
• Support cyber defense operations through analysis, monitoring, investigation, and response activities across enterprise and operational environments.

• Experience in computer or information systems design/development, programming, information/cyber/network security, vulnerability analysis, penetration testing, computer forensics, information assurance, and/or systems engineering.
• Experience using intrusion detection systems, firewalls, network traffic logs, host system logs, and related cyber defense resources to identify vulnerabilities and respond to cyber events.
• Experience developing mitigations to strengthen network defenses and protect infrastructure systems.
• Experience in network or system administration is required.
• Foreign language experience may be considered toward experience requirements where applicable.
• Degree in Network Engineering, Systems Engineering, Information Technology, or a related technical field such as: Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Forensics, Cyber Security, Software Engineering, Information Assurance, Computer Security

• Associate’s degree plus 4 years of relevant experience OR
• Bachelor’s degree plus 2 years of relevant experience

• Associate’s degree plus 7 years of relevant experience OR
• Bachelor’s degree plus 5 years of relevant experience OR
• Master’s degree plus 3 years of relevant experience OR
• Doctorate plus 2 years of relevant experience

• Associate’s degree plus 10 years of relevant experience OR
• Bachelor’s degree plus 8 years of relevant experience OR
• Master’s degree plus 6 years of relevant experience OR
• Doctorate plus 4 years of relevant experience

• Associate’s degree plus 13 years of relevant experience OR
• Bachelor’s degree plus 11 years of relevant experience OR
• Master’s degree plus 9 years of relevant experience OR
• Doctorate plus 7 years of relevant experience
• US citizenship and an active TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance required

• JCAC graduate
• CEH
• CFR
• CySA+
• GCIH
• CNDSP

• Experience in computer science (theoretical or applied), including algorithm development and analytic problem solving
• Strong foundation in mathematics and computational methods
• Experience designing, developing, and evaluating models, methods, and/or techniques to solve complex problems
• Exposure to areas such as high performance computing, engineering (electrical or computer), or applied mathematics
• Strong analytical and discovery-oriented mindset

Level 2:

• A Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of relevant experience, OR
• A Master’s degree with 3 years of relevant experience, OR
• A Doctoral degree with 2 years of relevant experience, OR
• An Associate’s degree with 7 years of clearly related experience
• Degree must be in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics (including Applied Math), or related field
• Must include at least one programming course and four upper-level math courses (Calculus and above)

Level 3:

• A Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of relevant experience, OR
• A Master’s degree with 6 years of relevant experience, OR
• A Doctoral degree with 4 years of relevant experience, OR
• An Associate’s degree with 10 years of clearly related experience
• Degree must be in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics (including Applied Math), or related field
• Must include at least one programming course and four upper-level math courses (Calculus and above)

Level 4:

• A Bachelor’s degree with 11 years of relevant experience, OR
• A Master’s degree with 9 years of relevant experience, OR
• A Doctoral degree with 7 years of relevant experience, OR
• An Associate’s degree with 13 years of clearly related experience
• Degree must be in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics (including Applied Math), or related field
• Must include at least one programming course and four upper-level math courses (Calculus and above)
• US citizenship and an active TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance required

• Experience with Python, Spark, and working with large-scale data.
• Must have a strong background in network protocol analysis.
• The ideal candidate will be inquisitive and have a discovery-focused mindset.
• Level 2:
  • 5 years of relevant experience in the following areas: computer system research, simulation/ model development and prototyping, software design, programming, computational science, algorithm analysis, design, and reverse engineering/ designing/ developing to include hardware and/ or software.
  • A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related fields such as (Engineering, Mathematics, Information Technology, or Information Systems), only if the following foundational Computer Science areas are met: algorithms, computer architecture, programming methodologies, data structures, logic and computation, and advanced mathematics.
• Level 3:
  • 8 years of relevant experience in the following areas: computer system research, simulation/ model development and prototyping, software design, programming, computational science, algorithm analysis, design, and reverse engineering/ designing/ developing to include hardware and/ or software.
  • A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related fields such as (Engineering, Mathematics, Information Technology, or Information Systems), only if the following foundational Computer Science areas are met: algorithms, computer architecture, programming methodologies, data structures, logic and computation, and advanced mathematics.
• Level 4:
  • 11 years of relevant experience in the following areas: computer system research, simulation/ model development and prototyping, software design, programming, computational science, algorithm analysis, design, and reverse engineering/ designing/ developing to include hardware and/ or software.
  • A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related fields such as (Engineering, Mathematics, Information Technology, or Information Systems), only if the following foundational Computer Science areas are met: algorithms, computer architecture, programming methodologies, data structures, logic and computation, and advanced mathematics.

• A current government clearance, background investigation, and polygraph are required.

• Experience supporting cyber, intelligence, or collection mission areas
• Experience with strategic and/or operational planning (e.g., joint operations)
• Ability to collaborate across teams and external stakeholders
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Experience supporting IC or DoD mission environments preferred

Level 1:

• A High School diploma/GED with 6 years of relevant experience, OR
• An Associate’s degree with 4 years of relevant experience, OR
• A Bachelor’s degree with no experience required
• Degree in Cybersecurity, Information Assurance, or related field preferred (degree in any field acceptable)

Level 2:

• A High School diploma/GED with 9 years of relevant experience, OR
• An Associate’s degree with 7 years of relevant experience, OR
• A Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of relevant experience, OR
• A Master’s degree with 3 years of relevant experience, OR
• A Doctoral degree with 2 years of relevant experience
• Degree in Cybersecurity, Information Assurance, or related field preferred (degree in any field acceptable)

Level 3:

• A High School diploma/GED with 12 years of relevant experience, OR
• An Associate’s degree with 10 years of relevant experience, OR
• A Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of relevant experience, OR
• A Master’s degree with 6 years of relevant experience, OR
• A Doctoral degree with 4 years of relevant experience
• Degree in Cybersecurity, Information Assurance, or related field preferred (degree in any field acceptable)

Level 4:

• A High School diploma/GED with 15 years of relevant experience, OR
• An Associate’s degree with 13 years of relevant experience, OR
• A Bachelor’s degree with 11 years of relevant experience, OR
• A Master’s degree with 9 years of relevant experience, OR
• A Doctoral degree with 7 years of relevant experience
• Degree in Cybersecurity, Information Assurance, or related field preferred (degree in any field acceptable)
• US citizenship and an active TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance required

• Perform advanced manual threat hunting
• Conduct PCAP and packet-level analysis
• Perform network traffic, protocol, and netflow analysis
• Analyze malicious activity and identify exploited weaknesses
• Correlate enterprise security events for situational awareness
• Understand IDS/IPS tuning and Snort filters
• Identify Command and Control (C2) indicators
• Detect host- and network-based intrusions

• Four (4) years of demonstrated experience as a Cyber Defense Analyst in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required. A technical bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university may be substituted for two (2) years of CDA experience.
• 1 year TCP/IP fundamentals
• 1 year experience with network traffic analysis tools (e.g., Wireshark, tcpdump)
• 2 years SIEM experience (e.g., Splunk, ArcSight, Kibana)
• 2 years network and threat analysis experience
• Splunk “Fundamentals I” course completion
• DoD 8570 CSSP Analyst baseline certification
• DoD 8570 IAT Level I or II
• CE certification
• 2 years maintaining or managing cloud environments (Azure, AWS)
• US citizenship and an active TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance required