Protocol Analyst 3
About The Position
We are looking for a Protocol Analyst to work directly with signals analysis, preferably related to communications signals (e.g., bitstream analysis, waveform analysis, protocol analysis), network troubleshooting, network traffic characterization, and/or network security analysis. The Level 3 Protocol Analyst shall possess the following capabilities: Will be a 450/451/452 graduate. Will be well-versed in DVT, WVT, and PKTSWING. Will have the ability to dig into massive sets of hexdump and pick out repeatable sets of data that could be forms of communication hiding in the signal. PROFORMA Focus – Understanding signal characteristics to determine signal structure, define parameters, model signal behavior. Strong demonstrated performance with Networking and protocols is required. Seeking exp with RF signal analysis. COMINT, ELINT, FISINT experience on top is a plus. (pref 1 or more of these specialties) – R&D flair, Weapons and space. Qualifications: Associate's Degree with 10 years of relevant experience. Bachelor's degree with 8 years of relevant experience. Master's degree with 6 years of relevant experience. Doctoral degree with 4 years of relevant experience. HS diploma or GED with 12 years of experience will be considered for those who have completed one of the following military training courses: 451 (Intermediate Signals Analysis) or 452 (Advanced Signals Analysis) or who have participated in or graduated from the Military COMINT Signals Analysis Program (MCSAP). Bachelor's Degree must be in Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, a Physical Science, or related technical field. Relevant experience must be in signals analysis, including protocol analysis, and preferably related to communication signals, network troubleshooting, network traffic characterization, and/or network security analysis. Strong understanding of telecom-based network analysis, especially the network layer. TS/SCI with polygraph is required.
Requirements
- Must be a 450/451/452 graduate
- Well-versed in DVT, WVT, and PKTSWING
- Ability to dig into massive sets of hexdump and pick out repeatable sets of data that could be forms of communication hiding in the signal
- Strong demonstrated performance with Networking and protocols is required
- Associate's Degree with 10 years of relevant experience or Bachelor's degree with 8 years of relevant experience or Master's degree with 6 years of relevant experience or Doctoral degree with 4 years of relevant experience or HS diploma or GED with 12 years of experience with specific military training
- Bachelor's Degree must be in Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, a Physical Science, or related technical field
- Relevant experience must be in signals analysis, including protocol analysis, and preferably related to communication signals, network troubleshooting, network traffic characterization, and/or network security analysis
- Strong understanding of telecom-based network analysis, especially the network layer
- TS/SCI with polygraph is required
Nice To Haves
- Experience with RF signal analysis
- COMINT, ELINT, FISINT experience
- R&D flair, Weapons and space experience
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
