About the role
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In a world of technology, people make the difference. We believe if we invest in great people, then great things will happen. At AnaVation, we provide unmatched value to our customers and employees through innovative solutions and an engaging culture.
Description of Task to be Performed
AnaVation is looking for a talented All Source Analyst with Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) experience who is passionate about supporting National Security missions. The ideal candidate appreciates partnering with our customer and a group of intelligence and cybersecurity experts. This position is full-time on-site in Ft Meade, Maryland.
Position Responsibilities
This position will provide specialized All Source intelligence analysis focused on SCADA systems, operational technology (OT), and critical infrastructure networks. Fuse traditional intelligence reporting, technical cyber data, and SCADA/OT‑specific insights to assess threats to U.S. and DoD critical systems, including industrial control systems (ICS) that support military, government, and national‑level infrastructure. Leverage your understanding of cyber operations and industrial system architectures to evaluate adversary capabilities, identify emerging vulnerabilities, and support indications and warning for threats targeting SCADA and OT environments. This role combines core all‑source analytic tradecraft with technical knowledge of ICS/SCADA systems to deliver actionable assessments that enhance situational awareness and operational readiness. Conduct comprehensive all‑source analysis to determine adversary capabilities and intent, strengthening the predictive and proactive aspects of cyber defense.
Required Qualifications
- Clearance: U.S. Citizen, SCI cleared within last 2 years.
- Location: Full time on-site in Ft Meade, Maryland.
- Experience and knowledge:
- Five or more years of experience supporting military or intelligence missions.
- Experience conducting all‑source intelligence analysis in DoD, IC, or combatant command environments.
- Familiarity with SCADA/ICS/OT systems, architectures, and common protocols (e.g., Modbus, DNP3, OPC, BACnet).
- Understanding of cyber threat actor TTPs targeting industrial control systems and critical infrastructure.
- Experience with intelligence and analytic tools such as M3, Palantir, Analyst Notebook, cyber TIPs, or ICS security platforms.
- Strong ability to synthesize technical OT insights with non‑technical reporting to deliver actionable intelligence.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including briefing senior-level audiences.
Preferred Qualifications
- Clearance: Polygraph within last 5 years
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Intelligence Studies, Cybersecurity, Engineering or related field.
- Certification: Cyber Security Analyst (CySA+) or equivalent
- Experience and Knowledge :
- Ten or more years of experience supporting military or intelligence missions.
- Experience with cyber operations, threat intelligence, or network defense.
- Experience conducting predictive analysis or supporting cyber incident response.
- Familiarity with OT security assessments, ICS incident response, or industrial cyber threat intelligence.
- Training with ICS security frameworks (e.g., NIST 800‑82, MITRE ATT&CK for ICS).
Benefits
- Generous cost sharing for medical insurance for the employee and dependents
- 100% company paid dental insurance for employees and dependents
- 100% company paid long-term and short-term disability insurance
- 100% company paid vision insurance for employees and dependents
- 401k plan with generous match and 100% immediate vesting
- Competitive Pay
- Generous paid leave and holiday package
- Tuition and training reimbursement
- Life and AD&D Insurance
About AnaVation
AnaVation is the leader in solving the most complex technical challenges for collection and processing in the U.S. Federal Intelligence Community. We are a US owned company headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia. We deliver groundbreaking research with advanced software and systems engineering that provides an information advantage to contribute to the mission and operational success of our customers. We offer complex challenges, a top-notch work environment, and a world-class, collaborative team.
If you want to grow your career and make a difference while doing it, AnaVation is the perfect fit for you!
AnaVation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Please note: The listed salary range reflects our market-based compensation structure. Final compensation will depend on business needs, local market conditions, internal equity, and the selected candidate’s skills, education, and experience.