Digital Network Exploitation Analyst (DNEA)

About the role

Worker Type

Regular

Summary

The primary role of the Digital Network Exploitation Analyst is to analyze network and cybersecurity data to identify exploitation opportunities and support mission operations. This role applies all-source intelligence and advanced analytic tradecraft to produce actionable insights in collaboration with mission partners.

Positions Responsibilities

• Analyze target networks and develop exploitation plans using all-source data.
• Work with SIGINT and cybersecurity data across the OSI model.
• Collaborate with military, government, and contractor teams to address mission-critical intelligence needs.
• Develop and share new tradecraft and techniques as technologies evolve.
• Use your analytical skills to derive insights, distill findings, and drive forward innovative solutions.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related technical field (equivalent military training may be considered)
• Minimum of 8+ years of relevant experience in cybersecurity, network exploitation, or related fields.
• Strong understanding of IP core infrastructure, network traffic analysis, and cybersecurity.
• Experience with SIGINT analysis, vulnerability assessments, or penetration testing.
• Demonstrated ability to work with multi-disciplinary teams in high-stakes environments.
• An active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph

Salary Range: $83,500 - $210,000

The AV pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Determination of official compensation or salary relies on several factors including, but not limited to, level of position, job responsibilities, geographic location, scope of relevant work experience, educational background, certifications, contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements, alignment with local internal equity as well as alignment with market data.

ITAR Requirement

This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations ("ITAR") and/or the Export Administration Regulations ("EAR"). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants will be asked to provide specific documentation to verify U.S. person status under the ITAR and the EAR.

• A "U.S. person" according to their definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee, or asylee.
• See 22 CFR § 120.15.
• Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.

Benefits

• AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown.
• Principals only need apply. NO agencies please.

What We Do

Building on a history of technological innovation, AeroVironment designs, develops, produces, and supports an advanced portfolio of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Agencies of the U.S. Department of Defense and allied military services use the company's hand-launched UAS to provide situational awareness to tactical operating units through real-time, airborne reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition.

Itar

U.S. Citizenship required