Network and Exploitation Analyst

Booz Allen Hamilton

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Work type
On-site
Location
Dayton, OH
Employment
Full-time
Posted
49 days ago
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Confirmed live today
Closes
Dec 5, 2026

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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

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TL;DR · Network and Exploitation Analyst

The Network and Exploitation Analyst joins the team to execute offensive cyber operations that inform critical security missions. This junior to mid-level role focuses on network exploitation, protocol analysis, and vulnerability assessment to identify adversary capabilities. Day-to-day responsibilities include performing network mapping, IT logging, and protocol reverse engineering to understand adversary tactics. The candidate will also perform part-time Red Hat Enterprise Linux systems administration to maintain infrastructure. Required technical skills include experience with Wireshark, tcpdump, and containerization tools like Docker or Podman. Candidates must demonstrate knowledge of TCP/IP, UDP, DNS, and HTTP(S) protocols, along with basic programming in Python, C, C++, or Bash. The work involves solving complex technical problems by analyzing network communication protocols and identifying vulnerabilities within communication systems.

What you'll do

  • Execute offensive cyber operations to identify adversary capabilities and tactics.
  • Perform network exploitation and protocol analysis to map target networks.
  • Conduct vulnerability assessments to identify security weaknesses in systems.
  • Analyze and decode network traffic using tools like Wireshark or tcpdump.
  • Perform reverse engineering on unknown or proprietary communication protocols.
  • Administer Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) systems for infrastructure maintenance.
  • Manage containerized workloads using Docker or Podman.
  • Develop scripts in Python, C, C++, or Bash to automate network analysis.

What we're looking for

  • TS/SCI clearance is required.
  • High school diploma or GED is required.
  • 1+ years of experience in network exploitation, protocol analysis, or cybersecurity operations is required.
  • Experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) systems administration is required.
  • Experience with tools such as Wireshark or tcpdump for network traffic analysis is required.
  • Knowledge of network communication protocols including TCP/IP, UDP, DNS, and HTTP(S) is required.
  • Knowledge of basic programming or scripting using Python, C, C++, or Bash is required.
  • Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or technical discipline.

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