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# System Vulnerability Analyst

- **Company:** SWIFT
- **Location:** Annapolis Junction, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $8,000.0 - $290,004.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Software System Penetration Testing, Network Analysis, Information Systems, Computer Engineering, System Configuration, Network Security, Network Architecture, Network Protocols, Systems Architecture, Information Technology, Vulnerability Analysis
- **Published:** November 1, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.com/details/5889000383

## About the Role

* Experience performing system vulnerability assessments, security analysis, or cybersecurity engineering.
 * Experience identifying, analyzing, and assessing system vulnerabilities and recommending mitigation strategies.
 * Understanding of operating systems, network protocols, system architectures, and security controls.
 * Experience with vulnerability assessment methodologies, security testing, and risk analysis.
 * Familiarity with cybersecurity principles, network security, and system hardening.
 * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to evaluate complex technical environments.

Level 1

 * Bachelor's degree plus 2 years of relevant experience; OR
 * Associate's degree plus 4 years of relevant experience.
 * Degree must be in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, or a related technical discipline.
 * Relevant experience must include vulnerability assessment, system security analysis, penetration testing, network analysis, and/or cybersecurity engineering.

Level 2

 * Bachelor's degree plus 5 years of relevant experience; OR
 * Master's degree plus 3 years of relevant experience; OR
 * Doctoral degree plus 2 years of relevant experience; OR
 * Associate's degree plus 7 years of relevant experience.
 * Degree requirements as outlined above.

Level 3

 * Bachelor's degree plus 8 years of relevant experience; OR
 * Master's degree plus 6 years of relevant experience; OR
 * Doctoral degree plus 4 years of relevant experience; OR
 * Associate's degree plus 10 years of relevant experience.
 * Degree requirements as outlined above.

Level 4

 * Bachelor's degree plus 11 years of relevant experience; OR
 * Master's degree plus 9 years of relevant experience; OR
 * Doctoral degree plus 7 years of relevant experience; OR
 * Associate's degree plus 13 years of relevant experience.
 * Degree requirements as outlined above.

US citizenship and an active TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance required

## Description

* Perform vulnerability assessments of operational and developmental systems to identify security weaknesses and recommend mitigation strategies.
 * Analyze system configurations, security controls, and network architectures to assess risk and identify potential exploit paths.
 * Conduct security analysis of hardware, software, operating systems, and network environments.
 * Evaluate vulnerabilities using automated and manual analysis techniques and support remediation efforts.
 * Collaborate with mission teams to assess system security and improve overall cybersecurity posture.
 * Document technical findings and communicate risk assessments and mitigation recommendations.
 * Support cybersecurity engineering activities through vulnerability analysis, risk assessment, and security best practices.