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Computer Network Defense Analyst (CNDA) Level 4

AV
Jessup, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 8/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/2/2026
Worker Type

Regular

Summary

Job Description

The primary role of the Computer Network Defense Analyst (CNDA) is to be on the front lines of protecting critical systems, applying your expertise in cybersecurity, network defense, and traffic analysis to detect, respond, and prevent threats.

Position Responsibilities

  • Design and develop computer or information systems, including programming and network/cybersecurity solutions.
  • Conduct vulnerability analysis, penetration testing, computer forensics, and information assurance.
  • Perform systems engineering and network/system administration.
  • Analyze data from multiple sources (intrusion detection systems, firewalls, traffic logs, host system logs) to: Identify potential vulnerabilities, Respond to active cyber events, and Defend against emerging threats

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)

  • Bachelor’s in Computer Science, Network Engineering, Information Technology or related STEM discipline or equivalent combination of education, and experience
  • Minimum 11 years of relevant experience
  • An active TS/SCI with polygraph

Salary Range: $83,500 - $210,000

The AV pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Determination of official compensation or salary relies on several factors including, but not limited to, level of position, job responsibilities, geographic location, scope of relevant work experience, educational background, certifications, contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements, alignment with local internal equity as well as alignment with market data.

ITAR Requirement

This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants will be asked to provide specific documentation to verify U.S. person status under the ITAR and the EAR. A “U.S. person” according to their definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee, or asylee. See 22 CFR

  • 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.

Benefits: AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits.

We also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us.

Principals only need apply. NO agencies please.

Who We Are

Based in California, AeroVironment (AVAV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Founded in 1971 by celebrated physicist and engineer, Dr. Paul MacCready, we’ve been at the leading edge of technical innovation for more than 45 years. Be a part of the team that developed the world’s most widely used military drones and created the first submarine-launched reconnaissance drone, and has seven innovative vehicles that are part of the Smithsonian Institution’s permanent collection in Washington, DC.

Join us today in developing the next generation of small UAS and tactical missile systems that will deliver more actionable intelligence to our customers so they can proceed with certainty – and succeed.

What We Do

Building on a history of technological innovation, AeroVironment designs, develops, produces, and supports an advanced portfolio of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Agencies of the U.S. Department of Defense and allied military services use the company’s hand-launched UAS to provide situational awareness to tactical operating units through real-time, airborne reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.

ITAR

U.S. Citizenship required

Salary : $83,500 - $210,000

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