Lead Exploitation Analyst

Booz Allen Hamilton

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Work type
On-site
Location
Annapolis Junction, MD
Salary
$99,000–$225,000 / yr
Employment
Full-time
Posted
102 days ago
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Confirmed live yesterday

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This role $162k
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This role pays more than 60% of similar roles. Most pay $129,500–$180,800 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $162k versus about $155k for comparable roles.

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About Booz Allen Hamilton

Booz Allen Hamilton is a management and technology consulting firm that provides analytics, digital, engineering, and cybersecurity solutions primarily to U.S. government agencies and commercial clients. Industry: Management & Technology Consulting

Booz Allen Hamilton currently has 1240 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Lead Exploitation Analyst

The Exploitation Analyst, Lead role involves providing expert analytic support to mission owners while tackling complex problems in computer network analysis, network exploitation, digital network intelligence, dataflow, access development, and target network analysis. The successful candidate will perform offensive cyber operations by utilizing knowledge of ports, protocols, networking devices, and common exploitation frameworks to conduct vulnerability analysis and network mapping. Key technical requirements include experience with encryption techniques, routing, network infrastructure, CNO processes, and signals intelligence discovery analysis. Preferred skills include programming in Python or C++, penetration testing tools, and familiarity with IT logging best practices. This role focuses on the specific domain of offensive cyberspace operations to support national security missions by identifying key network topologies and analyzing dataflows within protected networks to provide critical intelligence for mission success.

What you'll do

  • Execute offensive cyber operations to support critical national security missions.
  • Perform complex computer network analysis and dataflow analysis.
  • Conduct network mapping and identify key network topologies.
  • Assess network vulnerabilities and analyze port and protocol configurations.
  • Utilize common exploitation frameworks to gain access to protected networks.
  • Provide analytic support for signals intelligence discovery and analysis.
  • Develop and share methodologies and tool experiences with other analysts.

What we're looking for

  • TS/SCI clearance with polygraph is required.
  • Experience with encryption techniques, routing, and network infrastructure.
  • Experience with CNO processes and capabilities.
  • Ability to leverage processes and tools for signals intelligence discovery analysis.
  • Ability to assess network vulnerabilities and identify key network topology.
  • High school diploma or GED and 6+ years of experience with network exploitation or signals intelligence analysis, or a Bachelor's degree and 2+ years of experience.
  • Experience with dataflow and signals intelligence architecture (preferred).
  • Experience with programming languages for scripting and automation, such as Python or C++, penetration testing tools, or certifications like OSCP, OSCE, or SANS (preferred).

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