{"id":1637562,"url":"https://alion.io/job/markon-solutions-digital-network-exploitation-analyst-level-3-2","title":"Digital Network Exploitation Analyst Level 3","company":{"id":3863685,"name":"Markon Solutions","domain":"markonsolutions.com","url":"https://alion.io/company/markon-solutions","size_band":"1001-5000","is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"iCIMS","truth_index":null},"role":"Analytics","role_family":"Analytics","seniority":"middle","employment_type":null,"work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["Fort Meade, United States"],"countries":["US"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":{"min":180000,"max":190000,"currency":"USD","period":"year","gross":null,"usd_annual":190000},"salary_estimate":null,"experience_years_min":3,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[{"name":"C++","optional":false},{"name":"Java","optional":false},{"name":"Python","optional":false},{"name":"TCP/IP","optional":false}],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-10-01T21:39:16Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-10-01","last_verified_at":"2026-10-04T23:41:40Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":3,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":3},"description":"Description\nMarkon is looking for a Digital Network Exploitation Analyst to support our Fort Meade Customer.\nResponsibilities\nThe Defense Network Exploitation Analyst will:\nHave the ability to perform technical analysis of metadata and content for systems and networks of interest across several communications technologies and protocols\nCharacterize target network capabilities and vulnerabilities using advanced application analysis\nSupport development of new techniques to exploit targets\nUse current IC tools and databases to research relevant intelligence sources\nHave a desire for continual learning and strong problem-solving, analytic and interpersonal skills that are:flexible - able to communicate effectively\nable to collaborate with others\n\nHave specialized skills and experience in one or more of the following is desired:Knowledge of network protocols (especially TCP/IP, VOIP, wireless protocols)\nUnderstanding of Internet\nUnderstanding of WAN and LAN\nVulnerability analysis\nProgramming experience (prefer one or more of the following: C, C++, Java, Assembly, Python)\n\nQualifications\nRequired experience/knowledge may include, but is not limited to, the following:\nTS/SCI with Active Polygraph\nDigital network analysis, characterization, or exploitation analysis\nMust be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of communication networks and security issues such as vulnerabilities and common hacker TTPs\nComputer networking and telecommunication architecture, the OSI model, communication protocols, TCP/IP, IPv6, routing concepts, network mapping, sub-netting and target templating\nPublic Switching Telephone Network Infrastructure\nMobile technologies and geospatial analysis\nKnowledgeable in advanced analytic techniques\nBasic understanding of cloud architecture and data flow\nFamiliarity with vulnerabilities and malware\nDepending on the Level, a Bachelor’s degree and 2-11 years of relevant experience, a Master’s degree plus 3-9 years of relevant experience or a Doctoral degree and 2-7 years of relevant experience. An Associate’s degree plus 4-13 years of relevant experience may be considered for individuals with in-depth experience that is clearly related to the position.\n*** Relevant experience:\nMust be in computer or information systems design/development/analysis. In addition, it may also include engineering hardware and/or software, programming, computer/network security, vulnerability analysis, penetration testing, computer forensics, information assurance, systems engineering and/or network and system administration. Completion of military training in a relevant area such as JCAC (Joint Cyber Analysis course) will be considered towards the relevant experience requirement (i..e., 24-week JCAC course will count as 6 months of experience).\nSalary Range\nUSD $180,000.00 - USD $190,000.00 /Yr.The Markon pay range for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.Overview\nEager to join a team where your skills are valued, your growth is nurtured, and your impact is profound? Look no further than Markon, a premier consulting firm deeply dedicated to advancing our nation's most critical missions.\nAt Markon, we don't just offer jobs - we offer opportunities for personal and professional transformation. Empowering our employees to lead, innovate, and excel, we foster an environment where new ideas are not just welcomed but celebrated. As a perennial Washington Post Top Workplace, we prioritize the well-being and success of our team members, ensuring they can bring their best selves to work.\nHeadquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, Markon has garnered national recognition for our unwavering dedication to excellence in serving the intelligence community, as well as federal civilian and defense agencies. Our growing reach extends across 17 states, 116 countries, and 5 continents, where our team of dynamic professionals collaborates to deliver unparalleled program and project management services.\nMarkon values people and the tremendous impact each individual can make - which is why we’re consistently recognized as one of the best places to work in federal government consulting. Here, you can help solve the nation’s most important challenges, surrounded by colleagues who help you grow, advance, and succeed. We are deeply dedicated to what matters - bringing out the best in each other to advance our clients’ missions.Join us and make a meaningful impact.\nMarkon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.\nBenefits Offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Training and Tuition Assistance, Paid Time Off, and Holidays","description_format":"text","description_chars":5256,"description_truncated":false,"requirements":{"experience_years_min":3,"management_years_min":null,"team_size_min":null,"manages_managers":false,"education":{"level":"associate","optional":false},"security_clearance":true,"languages":[]},"benefits":["Equity","Life insurance"],"hiring_locations":[{"name":"United States","iso":"US","kind":"country"}],"hiring_excludes":[],"relocation_offered":false,"industries":[],"lifecycle":[{"event":"open","at":"2026-10-01T21:39:16Z"}],"visa":[],"liveness":{"score":99,"band":"hot","label":"Hiring now","p_open":1,"p_active":0.993,"p_room":1,"age_days":2,"expected_fill_days":25,"reasons":["conf:0","urgency","velocity","win:early","comp:brand"],"computed_at":"2026-10-04T05:45:00Z"},"pay":{"stated_usd_annual":190000,"is_top_pay":true},"html_url":"https://alion.io/job/markon-solutions-digital-network-exploitation-analyst-level-3-2","json_url":"https://alion.io/job/markon-solutions-digital-network-exploitation-analyst-level-3-2.json","meta":{"generated_at":"2026-10-05T02:08:34Z","cache_seconds":300,"methodology":"https://alion.io/methodology","terms":"https://alion.io/terms","contact":"https://alion.io/contact","api":"https://alion.io/developers","usage":{"tier":"crawler","counted_by":"address","units_charged":1,"used_today":2848,"day_limit":5000,"remaining_today":2152,"minute_limit":60,"resets_at":"2026-10-06T00:00:00Z"}}}