Signals Intelligence Systems Analyst - Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory

Do you love to work in data collection system development, techniques, and operations? Are you passionate about data analysis for extracting intelligence and identifying and quantifying previously unrealized mission risk? Do you like contributing to ground-breaking innovations for SIGINT and Cyber applications?

If so, we're looking for someone like you to join our team at APL.

Our team provides creative solutions and systems to the Department of Defense, Intelligence Community, and supporting commands. We are seeking talented analysts, engineers, and software developers to help us deliver ground-breaking capabilities to our sponsors.  As a member of our team, you'll join a diverse group of 60+ engineers and analysts who are passionate about applying state-of-the-art engineering to identify and tackle complicated problems and are committed to developing and delivering impactful products. We strive to foster a creative, friendly, collegial environment that values inclusion, camaraderie, and team work. 

As a Signals Intelligence Systems Analyst, you will...

• Perform the role of remote on-site subject matter expert for a US Navy tailored IP network data analysis suite
• Act as the APL program liaison to the US Navy submarine community
• Perform mission focused data analysis, risk quantification, and mitigation development for the submarine community
• Perform technical system sustainment, tailoring and tuning
• Support software and hardware installations for emerging and evolving technologies
• Provide training and operational support to uniformed Navy personnel
• Collaborate with program leadership and development teams to assess the impact that proposed hardware, software, and algorithm changes will have on collection systems operations
• Propose user interface updates that enhance the capability of collection systems as a whole
• Develop tailored alerting capabilities for emerging risks
• Support task planning activities by creating workflows for briefing collaborators, executing training, and rolling out capabilities
• Work alongside US Navy users to observe use cases and explain software features and collection products
• Work with APL operations and maintenance leads to maintain awareness of troubleshooting needs or observed anomalies

You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...

• Have expertise in TCP/IP communications and mission centric data analysis for the US Navy Submarine Community
• Have experience working with submarine network systems, applications, protocols, and supporting technologies
• Have experience developing and delivering training for operational hardware or software systems
• Have experience working in Linux operating systems and IP data collection systems and applications
• Are comfortable and effective in communicating with DoD leadership and peers

• In Support Of (ISO) mission requirements, there is anticipated to be both CONUS and OCONUS travel.  The frequency is driven by Sponsor direction.

• Hold an active Top Secret security clearance and can ultimately acquire a TS/SCI level clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.

You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...

• Possess a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Cybersecurity, or Information Science
• Have direct experience working with the US Navy submarine community in an operational capacity
• Have demonstrated ability in a technical position, with experience leading a small simulation, software development, or data analysis task
• Have demonstrated knowledge and application of machine learning or statistical analysis techniques
• Have Python programming experience
• Have demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with government sponsors
• Possess an active TS/SCI clearance

Why work at APL?

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.

At APL, we celebrate our differences and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL’s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at http://www.jhuapl.edu/careers.

Base pay will take into account the selected candidate’s knowledge, experience, skill and/or abilities with consideration for internal parity. APL may offer bonuses or other forms of compensation per internal policy and/or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be provided in the form of a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, locality allowance or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.  APL provides a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance and training and development. Base pay range for this role: $90,000 to $220,000. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

APL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

APL is committed to promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas. In doing so, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accommodations@jhuapl.edu. Only by ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard are we empowered to be bold, do great things, and make the world a better place.