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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Digital Network Exploitation Analyst (DNEA) - **Company:** SWIFT - **Location:** Annapolis, MD, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Software System Penetration Testing, Systems Engineering, Network Analysis, Signals Intelligence, Protocol Stack, Cyber Security, Information Systems, Computer Programming, Computer Networks, Computer Forensics, Data Structures, Digital Electronics, OSI Models, Network Security, Network Connections, Network Protocols, Open Systems Interconnection (OSI), Software Engineering, Traffic Analysis, Information Technology, Communication Devices, Cyber Warfare, Vulnerability Analysis - **Published:** May 13, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/8911141/digital-network-exploitation-analyst-dnea ## About the Role * Experience in computer or information systems design, development, and/or analysis roles. * Experience may include hardware/software engineering, programming, computer or network security, vulnerability analysis, penetration testing, computer forensics, information assurance, systems engineering, and/or network and systems administration. * Understanding of network protocols, traffic analysis, and cybersecurity concepts across the OSI model. * Experience supporting cyber operations, network analysis, or exploitation-focused missions is highly desired. * Completion of military cyber training such as JCAC may count toward relevant experience requirements. * Foreign language proficiency may be considered toward experience requirements where applicable. Recent ILR scores are required to substantiate language proficiency. * Degree in Computer Science is required. + Degrees in related technical fields such as Engineering or Mathematics may be considered if coursework includes foundational Computer Science areas including: Algorithms, Computer Architecture, Programming Methodologies and Languages, Data Structures, Logic and Computation, Advanced Mathematics (e.g., Calculus, Discrete Mathematics) + Information Technology (IT) and Information Security (IS) degrees may be considered if coursework is equivalent to a Computer Science major. Level 1 * Associate's degree plus 4 years of relevant experience OR * Bachelor's degree plus 2 years of relevant experience Level 2 * Associate's degree plus 7 years of relevant experience OR * Bachelor's degree plus 5 years of relevant experience OR * Master's degree plus 3 years of relevant experience OR * Doctorate plus 2 years of relevant experience Level 3 * Associate's degree plus 10 years of relevant experience OR * Bachelor's degree plus 8 years of relevant experience OR * Master's degree plus 6 years of relevant experience OR * Doctorate plus 4 years of relevant experience Level 4 * Associate's degree plus 13 years of relevant experience OR * Bachelor's degree plus 11 years of relevant experience OR * Master's degree plus 9 years of relevant experience OR * Doctorate plus 7 years of relevant experience * US citizenship and an active TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance required Desired Experience: Relevant certifications and training may include: * Security+ * Network+ * CEH * JCAC graduate ## Description * Evaluate target opportunities using all-source data to understand and map target networks and assist in developing detailed exploitation and operations plans. * Analyze SIGINT and cybersecurity data across multiple layers of the OSI network stack. * Apply knowledge of logical and physical IP core infrastructure, communication devices, network connectivity, and traffic flow analysis. * Support cyber operations through network analysis, exploitation support, vulnerability analysis, and operational planning activities. * Analyze network traffic, identify vulnerabilities, and contribute to mission-focused cyber analysis and targeting efforts. ## Related Videos - [What Makes Open Source Work: Licensing and Beyond](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1416-what-makes-open-source-work-licensing-and-beyond) - [gRPC Load Balancing Deep Dive](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1576-grpc-load-balancing-deep-dive) - [Cyber Sleuth: Finding Hidden Connections in Cyber Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/893-cyber-sleuth-finding-hidden-connections-in-cyber-data) - [Going Quantum: The future of the internet ...](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/672-going-quantum-the-future-of-the-internet) - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [One AI API to Power Them All](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1601-one-ai-api-to-power-them-all) ## Related Articles - [9 Ways to Make Money Hacking](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/333-9-ways-to-make-money-hacking) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs) - [System change: restart as developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/39-system-change-restart-as-developer) - [Best Coding Boot Camps in Germany](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/237-best-coding-boot-camps-in-germany) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market)