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Requisition #: 1365
Job Title: Radio Frequency Analyst (SME)
Location: Annapolis Junction, MD
Clearance Level: TS/SCI
Travel: Up to 25%
As part of the Agile Defense team supporting the National Security Innovation Network (NSIN) and the Interagency Intelligence and Cyber Operations Network (ICON), you will work alongside government and industry partners to support cyber intelligence operations, digital network exploitation, and operational effectiveness across a diverse set of national security missions. NSIN, a program office within the Defense Innovation Unit (DIU), builds communities of innovators to develop solutions to national security challenges in support of the Department of Defense, the Intelligence Community, and other government organizations. Through ICON, NSIN delivers intelligence and cyber capabilities to a broad range of mission partners, including U.S. Cyber Command, Cyber Mission Forces, Combatant Commands, Intelligence Community organizations, and DoD components. In this role, you will directly support cyber intelligence and network exploitation activities contributing to mission execution across cyber intelligence operations, defensive and offensive cyber operations, and DoD information network operations.
SUMMARY
As a Radio Frequency (RF) Analyst, you will support mission-critical national security operations by enhancing situational awareness across the electromagnetic spectrum (EMS). In this role, you will conduct real-time and historical RF spectrum analysis to identify, classify, and assess wireless signals, protocols, and technologies that impact cyber and intelligence operations.
You will apply advanced RF analysis techniques to identify vulnerabilities in wireless systems, support exploitation planning, and integrate RF-derived insights into broader cyber operations. This position requires deep technical expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to operate within classified environments while advising government stakeholders on RF-related risks, compliance considerations, and operational impacts.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
· Conduct real-time and historical electromagnetic spectrum analysis to identify, classify, and characterize RF signals using a variety of tools and analytical techniques.
· Analyze RF signals based on modulation schemes, protocols, and waveform characteristics to enhance situational awareness within the EMS.
· Evaluate wireless communication technologies, including Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, cellular, and other RF-enabled systems, to identify vulnerabilities in devices, networks, and supporting infrastructure.
· Perform RF-focused vulnerability assessments and assist with the development and implementation of techniques to exploit identified RF vulnerabilities.
· Integrate RF analysis findings into cyber operation planning and execution in coordination with cyber, intelligence, and mission partners.
· Prepare clear, concise, and accurate technical reports documenting RF findings, assessments, recommendations, and operational implications.
· Maintain detailed records of RF spectrum activity, analysis methodologies, and assessment results to support mission continuity and historical analysis.
· Advise government stakeholders on RF spectrum usage, compliance with applicable regulations and policies, and risk considerations related to RF-enabled cyber operations.
· Maintain awareness of legal, regulatory, and ethical considerations governing RF spectrum monitoring and exploitation activities.
· Support the deployment, configuration, and operational use of specialized RF tools and capabilities used to implement RF-related cyber tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).
· Provide subject matter expertise to support mission planning, execution, and continuous improvement of RF analysis and exploitation capabilities.
Education, Background, and Years of Experience
Minimum Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree and Twelve (12) years of experience
Relevant Experience: Seven (7) years of position-specific relevant experience
Education Equivalences:
High School + Sixteen (16) years of experience
Associate’s Degree + Fourteen (14) years of experience
Master’s Degree + Ten (10) years of experience
PhD + Eight (8) years of experience
ADDITIONAL SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
· Demonstrated experience with RF signals, RF analysis techniques, and RF-related technologies.
· Strong understanding of wireless communication protocols and RF-enabled systems.
· Experience conducting RF spectrum analysis in support of cyber, intelligence, or operational missions.
· Ability to assess technical risk and communicate findings effectively to technical and non-technical audiences.
· Experience operating in classified environments and supporting sensitive national security missions.
· Strong analytical, documentation, and reporting skills.
· Ability to work independently and collaboratively in high-tempo, mission-focused environments.
Employees of Agile Defense are our number one priority, and the importance we place on our culture here is fundamental. Our culture is alive and evolving, but it always stays true to its roots. Here, you are valued as a family member, and we believe that we can accomplish great things together. Agile Defense has been highly successful in the past few years due to our employees and the culture we create together.
What makes us Agile? We call it the 6Hs, the values that define our culture and guide everything we do. Together, these values infuse vibrancy, integrity, and a tireless work ethic into advancing the most important national security and critical civilian missions. It's how we show up every day. It's who we are.
We also believe in supporting our employees by offering a competitive and comprehensive benefits package. To explore the benefits we offer, please visit our website under the Careers section.
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Success is not achieved alone, humility ensures a culture of mutual respect, encouraging open communication, and a willingness to learn from one another and take on any task.
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Our hunger for excellence drives an insatiable appetite for innovation and continuous improvement, propelling us forward in the face of new and unprecedented challenges.
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Hustle is reflected in our relentless work ethic, where we are each committed to going above and beyond to advance the mission and achieve success.
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