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25D Cyber Network Defender Jobs in Reston, VA (NOW HIRING)

AnaVation

Cyber Data & Telemetry Engineer

Reston, VA · On-site

The Cyber Data & Telemetry Engineer will build and scale our next-generation security data ... EC-Council Certified Network Defender (CND); GlAC Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional ...

SAIC

Senior CND Engineer

Springfield, VA · On-site

$120K - $160K/yr

ORA_ON_SITE Description SAIC is seeking a skilled and motivated  Cyber Network Defense (CND ... GIAC Certified Enterprise Defender (GCED) * GIAC Continuous Monitoring Certification (GMON) * GIAC ...

SAIC

Senior CND Engineer

Springfield, VA · On-site

$120K - $160K/yr

Description SAIC is seeking a skilled and motivated Cyber Network Defense (CND) Engineer to join ... GIAC Certified Enterprise Defender (GCED) * GIAC Continuous Monitoring Certification (GMON) * GIAC ...

SAIC

Cyber Defense Analyst

Washington, DC · On-site

$120K - $160K/yr

Integrate and manage network sensors * Conduct threat analysis utilizing various sources to ... Cyber threat emulation to assess defensive posture and capabilities while in a controlled ...

Koniag, Inc.

Penetration Testing Lead

Leesburg, VA · On-site

Certified Network Defender (CND) * Certified Network Defense Architect (CNDA) * GIAC Certified ... Knowledge of NIST security controls, RMF, cyber ranges, and penetration testing methodologies.

kgs

Penetration Testing Lead

Washington, DC · On-site

Certified Network Defender (CND) * Certified Network Defense Architect (CNDA) * GIAC Certified ... Knowledge of NIST security controls, RMF, cyber ranges, and penetration testing methodologies.

SAIC

Cyber Defense Analyst

Washington, DC · On-site

$120K - $160K/yr

Integrate and manage network sensors * Conduct threat analysis utilizing various sources to ... Cyber threat emulation to assess defensive posture and capabilities while in a controlled ...

SAIC

Cyber Defense Analyst

Washington, DC · On-site

$120K - $160K/yr

Integrate and manage network sensors * Conduct threat analysis utilizing various sources to ... Cyber threat emulation to assess defensive posture and capabilities while in a controlled ...

Summit Human Capital

Cyber Threat Hunter

Haymarket, VA · On-site

... network-based threat analysis, incident analysis, trend analysis, and detection engineering ... for defending some of the federal government's most critical networks. Qualifications : Required ...

GRIMM

Cyber Engineer - Senior - TS/SCI

Triangle, VA · On-site

Understanding in information assurance, with expertise in computer and telecommunication network ... self-defending networks; developing and defending effects-based capabilities; and reverse ...

GRIMM

Cyber Engineer - Senior - TS/SCI

Triangle, VA · On-site

Understanding in information assurance, with expertise in computer and telecommunication network ... self-defending networks; developing and defending effects-based capabilities; and reverse ...

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As of Sep 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for 25d cyber network defender in Reston, VA is $127,036.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $104,600.00 and $155,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between 25D Cyber Network Defender vs 25Q Signal Support Systems Specialist?

Aspect25D Cyber Network Defender25Q Signal Support Systems Specialist
CertificationsCompTIA Security+, CISSP (preferred)CompTIA Security+, Cisco certifications
Work EnvironmentCybersecurity teams, network defenseCommunications and signal support, communication systems
Industry UsageMilitary cybersecurity, defense agenciesMilitary communications, signal support units

While both roles serve military IT and communication functions, the 25D Cyber Network Defender focuses on protecting networks from cyber threats, whereas the 25Q Signal Support Systems Specialist handles communication systems support. The roles share certifications like Security+ but differ in work environment and primary responsibilities.

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Cyber Data & Telemetry Engineer

Reston, VA • On-site

AnaVation
IT Services • 51 - 200 employees
Learn more about AnaVationexternal

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 16 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Build and manage high-throughput telemetry routing and stream processing systems.

  • Implement real-time log parsing, filtering, and enrichment pipelines.

  • Design and optimize cloud data lakehouses, focusing on schema normalization and data architecture.

Job description

Be Challenged and Make a Difference 
 
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: 

The Cyber Data & Telemetry Engineer will build and scale our next-generation security data pipelines. You will design real-time streaming architectures, normalize critical security schemas, and optimize our cloud data lakehouse to empower security operations and threat hunting.

Core Responsibilities:  

  • Stream Processing: Build and manage high-throughput telemetry routing and stream processing systems.
  • Log Management: Implement real-time log parsing, filtering, and enrichment pipelines.
  • Schema Normalization: Standardize disparate security logs using open frameworks like OCSF and ECS.
  • Data Architecture: Design and optimize cloud data lakehouses, focusing on Parquet and object storage architectures.
  • AI Integration: Leverage frontier large language models to accelerate data pipeline development, log parser generation, and query optimization.

Primary Languages & Technical Stack

  • SQL, KQL, and Python (at least one required)
Required Qualifications:
  • Clearance: Active TS/SCI Clearance with CI Polygraph 
  • Education & Years of Experience: Bachelor’s degree and 8 years of experience related to specific functional area.  
  • Certifications: Active certifications for both IAT Level II (e.g. CompTIA Security+) and Cyber Security Service Provider (CSSP) Infrastructure Support (e.g. CompTIA Cloud+) by program onboarding date. 
  • The following individual certifications cover both certification requirements for this program: CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst, CySA+; EC-Council Certified Network Defender (CND); GlAC Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional, GICSP; (ISC)2 System Security Certified Practitioner (SCCP). 
  • Hands-on experience and knowledge with the following: 
    • Proven experience with stream processing, telemetry routing, and real-time log enrichment.
    • Hands-on experience with schema normalization frameworks such as OCSF or ECS.
    • Deep understanding of cloud data lakehouse design and Parquet/object storage optimization.
    • Frontier LLMs: Familiarity with AI coding tools and LLMs
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Extensive experience with AI coding tools and LLMs: (ChatGPT, Grok, Claude, Claude Code, Codex)
  • Multiple scripting and development languages
  • Deep understanding of data normalization into SIEM/Data Lake
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.