Columbia, Maryland, United States · On-site
What You Will Do: As a Protocol Analyst, Level 3 at Independent Software, you will perform advanced telecommunications and network protocol analysis in support of mission-critical operations. You will analyze network tra…
Skills: Protocol analysis, Network engineering, Signals analysis, Network traffic characterization, Network security analysis
Columbia, Maryland, United States · On-site
$148k–$267k/yr
In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next! At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of v…
Skills: C, C++, Python, Software development, Reverse engineering
Columbia, Maryland, United States · Hybrid
$115k–$145k/yr
Enlighten, honored as a Top Workplace from USA Today, is a leader in big data solution development and deployment, with expertise in cloud-based services, software and systems engineering, cyber capabilities, and data sc…
Skills: Python, Kubernetes, LLM Integration, Model Context Protocol, RAG
Columbia, Maryland, United States · Hybrid
$138k–$195k/yr
Enlighten, honored as a Top Workplace from USA Today, is a leader in big data solution development and deployment, with expertise in cloud-based services, software and systems engineering, cyber capabilities, and data sc…
Skills: Python, Kubernetes, LLM Integration, Model Context Protocol, RAG
Columbia, Maryland, United States · Hybrid
$115k–$145k/yr
Enlighten, honored as a Top Workplace from USA Today, is a leader in big data solution development and deployment, with expertise in cloud-based services, software and systems engineering, cyber capabilities, and data sc…
Skills: Java, Spring Framework, Microservices, RESTful Web Services, Object Oriented Programming
Columbia, Maryland, United States · Hybrid
$138k–$190k/yr
Enlighten, honored as a Top Workplace from USA Today, is a leader in big data solution development and deployment, with expertise in cloud-based services, software and systems engineering, cyber capabilities, and data sc…
Skills: Java, Spring Framework, Microservices, RESTful Web Services, Object Oriented Programming
IAMUSColumbia, Maryland, United States · On-site
$155k–$202k/yr
The ideal candidate will have strong working knowledge in Kubernetes and Container Orchestration, Configuration Management, CI/CD, Automation, AWS, Linux systems administration, Scripting in Bash and Programming in Pytho…
Skills: Kubernetes, Container orchestration, AWS, Linux, Bash
DigiFlight, Inc.Columbia, Maryland, United States · On-site
Network Based Systems Analyst IV - TS/SCI Arlington, VA Join an outstanding team that offers exciting job opportunities with the goal of providing the absolute best support to our customers. Here at DigiFlight we embrace…
Skills: Network investigations, Incident response, Computer network defense, Splunk, SIEM
DigiFlight, Inc.Columbia, Maryland, United States · On-site
Network Based Systems Analyst II - TS/SCI Arlington, VA Join an outstanding team that offers exciting job opportunities with the goal of providing the absolute best support to our customers. Here at DigiFlight we embrace…
Skills: Cyber defense analysis, Network traffic analysis, Packet analysis, Intrusion detection systems, Incident handling
Columbia, Maryland, United States · On-site
$89k–$196k/yr
AT&T Global Public Sector is a trusted provider of secure, IP enabled, cloud-based, network solutions and professional services to the Federal Government. We are dedicated to recruiting, developing and empowering a diver…
Skills: Network engineering, Cisco routers, Cisco switches, Firewalls, IPSEC VPN
Columbia, Maryland, United States · On-site
$108k–$195k/yr
Leidos has a new and exciting opportunity for a Software Engineer (SWE) in our Intelligence Sector, Cyber & Analytics Business Area (CABA). Our talented team is at the forefront in Security Engineering, Computer Network …
Skills: React, Java, C++, Python, Robot Framework
Columbia, Maryland, United States · Remote Solely
Location: Fully Remote, United States Position Type: Full-Time Clearance: U.S. citizenship is required. The candidate must be eligible to obtain and maintain federal suitability, a government-issued PIV credential, and r…
Skills: Databricks, Google Cloud Platform, BigQuery, Python, SQL
Columbia, Maryland, United States · On-site
$108k–$195k/yr
Leidos has a new and exciting opportunity for a Software Engineer in our National Security Sector's (NSS) Cyber & Analytics Business Area (CABA). Our talented team is at the forefront in Security Engineering, Computer Ne…
Skills: Software Engineering, Cybersecurity, Python, Linux, AWS
Columbia, Maryland, United States · On-site
$33k–$69k/yr
AT&T Global Public Sector is a trusted provider of secure, IP enabled, cloud-based, network solutions and professional services to the Federal Government. We are dedicated to recruiting, developing and empowering a diver…
Skills: Ticket management, Queue coordination, Customer service, Help desk, Network operations center
Columbia, Maryland, United States · On-site
$33/hr–$46/hr
Job Requirements Under general supervision gathers and analyzes user needs for developing and modifying clinical or business applications in the healthcare environment. Writes documentation specifications, fact-finding a…
Skills: Systems Analysis, Application Configuration, Technical Documentation, User Needs Analysis, Testing Scripts
Columbia, Maryland, United States · On-site
$88k–$155k/yr
In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next! At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of v…
Skills: Mechanical Engineering, CAD, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Electro-mechanical design
Columbia, Maryland, United States · Hybrid
An active Top Secret/SCI Clearance with a Full Scope Polygraph is required. This is a hybrid schedule with up to 3 days/week remote and 2 days/week onsite in Annapolis Junction, MD. We have an immediate need for a Front-…
Skills: Front-end development, Section 508 compliance, WCAG 2.1/2.2, JavaScript, Vue.js
Columbia, Maryland, United States · Remote Solely
$130k–$160k/yr
Location: Fully Remote, United States Position Type: Full-Time Clearance: U.S. citizenship is required. The candidate must be eligible to obtain and maintain federal suitability, a government-issued PIV credential, and r…
Skills: Python, JavaScript, SQL, Cloud Services, API Development
Columbia, Maryland, United States · Remote OK
ABOUT THE ROLE We’re seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join our growing team and help evolve our core product. You’ll work closely with designers, product managers, and fellow engineers to deliver features that empow…
Skills: Software Engineering, AI Development, Full Stack Development, Angular, Go
Columbia, Maryland, United States · Hybrid
$98k–$175k/yr
AT&T Global Public Sector is a trusted provider of secure, IP enabled, cloud-based, network solutions and professional services to the Federal Government. We are dedicated to recruiting, developing and empowering a diver…
Skills: ServiceNow administration, Linux, UNIX, JavaScript, HTML
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Perform advanced telecommunications and network protocol analysis to support mission-critical operations and signals analysis activities. Analyze network traffic, infrastructure, and security to identify behaviors and develop technical solutions like XKS fingerprints.
Requires a minimum of 4 to 12 years of relevant experience depending on the level of education, ranging from a high school diploma to a doctoral degree. Candidates must possess an active TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph.
What You Will Do:
As a Protocol Analyst, Level 3 at Independent Software, you will perform advanced telecommunications and network protocol analysis in support of mission-critical operations. You will analyze network traffic, protocols, and telecommunications infrastructure to identify characteristics, behaviors, and potential areas of interest.
In this role, you will apply your knowledge of network engineering and signals analysis to complex telecommunications environments, with a strong focus on network-layer analysis.
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We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
Entrepreneurs who are serious about giving their idea the best chance of success turn to Independent Software. Our product development and acceleration services allow startups to build a solid foundation during the early, risky phase of company formation. Through our A100 Software Developer Apprenticeship Program, we develop emerging local talent and connect these A100 Certified Developers with growing, innovative Partner Companies building their teams. Our A100 for Entrepreneurs program provides a revolutionary product development platform to early stage companies looking to reduce risk and maximize the return on their development budget. Venture Partner Companies accelerate their product and their team through a managed service that provides them with Apprentice teams and expert guidance on topics like Customer Development and Agile. Collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. During the software development process, we take an idea from blank page to beta. Clients become a part of our team even as they maintain control and ownership of what we build together. Working with us is also a gateway to other resources like startup founders, supporters, mentors, investors, and talent.
Offices: 786 Chapel Street, New Haven, Connecticut 06510, US
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