Job Description

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.