Protocol Analyst (Cyber Analyst

• TS/SCI with Polygraph is Required
• 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.
• A bachelor’s degree plus 8 years, Maters Degree plus 6y years, or a Doctoral degree plus 4 years. A high school diploma or GED plus 12 years of relevant experience, or an associate’s degree plus 10 years of experience will be considered for those who have completed one of the following military training courses: 4521 (Intermediate Signals Analysis) or 452 (Advanced Signals Analysis), or who have participated in or graduated from the Miliary COMINT Signals Analysis Program (MCSAP)
• Degree must be in Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, a Physical Science or related field
• Preferred Military Training: (Not required to have every training and certification course): 451/461 (Intermediate Signals Analysis) (452 (Advanced Signals Analysis)
• Military COMINT Signals Analysis Program (MCSAP)

ANS offers excellent compensation along with a generous benefits package to include:

• Family Medical, Dental (w/ adult orthodontia) and Vision coverage
• Pet Discount Program
• PTO (Paid Time Off)
• Maternity/ Paternity Leave
• Supplemental Military Leave Pay
• 11 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) plan with 6% Company Contribution
• Generous Professional Development Program
• 100% Employer paid Short- and Long-Term Disability
• 100% Employer paid Life Insurance
• Supplemental Whole Life Insurance
• Lucrative Referral Bonus Program
• Annual Allowance for ANS Swag
• Potential for Paid Overtime
• Flexible Work Schedules

Applied Network Solutions, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

As required by local law, Applied Network Solutions, Inc. provides reasonable salary ranges of compensation for work performed in applicable states. Ranges are not a guarantee of compensation and depend on a variety of factors, including but not limited to contractual requirements, work location, years of experience, skill set, and education. Overtime is not guaranteed for this position.

The anticipated pay range for this position is $100,000.00 - $200,000.00 USD.

At Applied Network Solutions (ANS), we bring together some of the most curious minds in networking and cybersecurity. ANS was founded to disrupt the status quo. For over 20 years, our team provides expertise in network, system engineering and both offensive and defensive cybersecurity operations.

What we do:

Our vision is for a future in which talent and customers alike come to ANS because of our reputation for delivering technical excellence, solving our nation’s toughest challenges and our ability to exceed expectations.

Why ANS:

At ANS we value the integrity of your work. We are looking for the right person to plan, analyze, design, develop, test, secure, integrate, implement, operate, and maintain the custom solutions that ANS delivers. Together, let’s ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter.

ANS is seeking a Protocol Analyst (Cyber Analyst) to join our team in Annapolis Junction, MD.