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We promote open communication, encourage professional development, and foster idea-sharing across teams to create a collaborative and innovative environment.\nWe are seeking talented team members who share our passion for excellence, integrity, and pride while being a part of an incredible team.\n\nBenefits:\nCulper Technology, understands that our success starts with our employees. That's why we provide an exceptional benefits package and above-market compensation. We're dedicated to recognizing hard work, promoting well-being, and ensuring our team members feel valued and supported both professionally and personally. Some of our top-tier benefits include:\n\n100% Paid Healthcare\n100% Paid Vision and Dental\nGenerous 10% 401k gift\n4 weeks PTO with 11 paid holidays\nProfessional Development stipend\nTechnical Device Allotment\nWellness Program\nRecognition Program\nExclusive Events and Culture Initiatives\n\nEEO Statement:\nCulper Technology is dedicated to fostering a work environment that values diversity and is free from discrimination. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We adhere to all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing equal employment opportunity. This policy applies to all employees, including managers, supervisors, and all levels of staff within the organization. All employment decisions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, and termination, are made without discrimination based on protected characteristics.\n\nAbout the role\n\nWe are seeking experienced Computer Network Defense Analysts (CNDAs) to support mission-critical Intelligence Community (IC) operations through our Next Generation Analysts portfolio. As part of a collaborative team of government, military, and contractor professionals, you'll help identify, analyze, and defend against evolving cyber threats while delivering intelligence that directly supports our nation's security.\n\nWhat you'll do\n\nMonitor and analyze data from intrusion detection systems, firewalls, network traffic, and host system logs to identify vulnerabilities, investigate cyber events, and detect emerging threats.\nAnalyze security incidents and develop mitigation strategies to strengthen network defenses and protect critical systems and infrastructure.\nSupport and secure a variety of network environments, including wired and wireless networks, cloud technologies, video teleconferencing platforms, and other enterprise communication systems.\nPerform network and cybersecurity analysis across diverse technologies, including networking protocols, cloud environments, Internet of Things (IoT) devices, and advanced security architectures.\nCollaborate with government, military, and contractor personnel to support mission objectives, share intelligence, and coordinate cyber defense efforts.\nApply critical thinking and analytical techniques to evaluate complex datasets, identify patterns, and generate actionable intelligence.\nDocument, communicate, and present findings, recommendations, and newly developed tradecraft to technical teams, stakeholders, and intelligence customers.\n\nQualifications\n\nActive TS/SCI clearance with a current polygraph.\nBachelor's degree in Network Engineering, Systems Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related STEM field. 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