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Analygence

Exploitation Analyst

Norfolk, VA · On-site

The Exploitation Analyst will develop/oversee the development of detailed plans that are executed by the OPTEVFOR Red Team or other organizations supporting cyber OT&E events. Additionally, this role ...

ECS

Tech / Exploitation Analyst

Alexandria, VA · On-site

The Technical Exploitation Analyst supports the analysis, exploitation, and assessment of adversarial Unmanned Systems, including UAS/UXS platforms, associated technologies, electronic components ...

Peraton

Exploitation Analyst

Chantilly, VA

$146K - $234K/yr

Responsibilities The Exploitation Analyst will provide mission critical support to the Intelligence Community by reviewing, analyzing, and responding to requests for a variety of analytic products ...

Peraton

Exploitation Analyst

Chantilly, VA

$146K - $234K/yr

Responsibilities The Exploitation Analyst will provide mission critical support to the Intelligence Community by reviewing, analyzing, and responding to requests for a variety of analytic products ...

Peraton

Exploitation Analyst

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$146K - $234K/yr

Responsibilities The Exploitation Analyst will provide mission critical support to the Intelligence Community by reviewing, analyzing, and responding to requests for a variety of analytic products ...

Analygence

Exploitation Analyst

Norfolk, VA · On-site

The Exploitation Analyst will develop/oversee the development of detailed plans that are executed by the OPTEVFOR Red Team or other organizations supporting cyber OT&E events. Additionally, this role ...

VTG

Digital Network Exploitation Analyst III

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$140K - $180K/yr

Overview VTG is seeking a Digital Network Exploitation Analyst III to strategically safeguard critical national security interests by leveraging advanced network intelligence and precision-targeted ...

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How much do exploitation analyst jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for exploitation analyst in Virginia is $107,036.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $84,123.00 and $134,695.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Exploitation Analyst position, and why are they important?

A successful Exploitation Analyst typically has a background in cybersecurity, computer science, or information systems, along with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Experience with network analysis tools, intrusion detection systems, scripting languages, and certifications such as CEH or CISSP are often required. Excellent attention to detail, critical thinking, and effective communication are valuable soft skills for collaborating within security teams and presenting findings. These competencies enable the analyst to identify vulnerabilities, assess threats, and provide actionable intelligence to protect organizational assets.

What are the typical day-to-day responsibilities for an Exploitation Analyst?

As an Exploitation Analyst, your daily activities often involve analyzing network traffic and system logs to detect potential vulnerabilities or threats, performing penetration testing, and researching emerging exploits. You will collaborate closely with other cybersecurity professionals, such as incident responders and threat intelligence teams, to share insights and develop mitigation strategies. The role also includes documenting findings, preparing detailed reports, and sometimes briefing stakeholders on risk levels or recommendations. This dynamic environment requires you to stay current with evolving threats and continuously enhance your technical skillset.

What is an Exploitation Analyst job?

An Exploitation Analyst is a cybersecurity or intelligence professional who analyzes digital data, networks, and systems to identify vulnerabilities and potential threats. They assess and exploit weaknesses in computer systems to enhance security measures and support intelligence operations. Typically working in government, military, or private sectors, they help organizations detect cyber threats, conduct penetration testing, and improve defenses. Strong technical skills in programming, network security, and data analysis are essential for this role.

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Exploitation Analyst

Exploitation Analyst

Analygence

Norfolk, VA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 8 days ago

Job description

Description
Tharros has an immediate opportunity to support the US Navy with operational test and evaluation support. The Exploitation Analyst will develop/oversee the development of detailed plans that are executed by the OPTEVFOR Red Team or other organizations supporting cyber OT&E events.
Additionally, this role functions as a subject matter expert in cyberspace operations and uses all available system documentation and intelligence sources to determine system access points and critical components to develop test objectives that are executed by a supporting red team. This position will identify capability gaps and review cyber test requirements for each system under test and research and coordinate with other DoD organizations, academia, private sector, and defense contractors on cyber capabilities and tools to meet the test requirements.
Responsibilities:
  • HQ Tasks:
    • Serve as a OPTEVFOR 01D Exploitation Analyst supporting cyber survivability policy and process oversight to warfare divisions, and becoming proficient in, and following OPTEVFOR cyber T&E concept of operations, SOPs, policies, and guidance.
    • Support sustainment and updating of OPTEVFOR to conduct and instruct Cyber Survivability Test Planning course.
    • Attend OPTEVFOR required meetings in support of OT&E.
    • Inform 01D Future Operations Officer of any challenges and issues in a timely manner for resolution.
    • Maintain and participate in the development of 01D SOPs and OPTEVFOR Cyber test planning documents to include participation in and support of the CCB process.
  • Pre-Test Planning:
    • Support the Future Operations Officer to determine overall test strategy and level of cyber OT&E for acquisition programs.
    • Support the Future Operations Officer in reviewing Test and Evaluation Master Plan (TEMP) (or other types of OT&E resourcing documents), Integrated Evaluation Framework (IEF), test plan or other test planning related documents to ensure adequate test strategies are established within OPTEVFOR policies and guidelines to include adjudication of related comments from stakeholders.
    • Support program specific T&E Integrated Product Team (IPT), cyber table tops and other internal or external events as assigned and non-program specific T&E IPTs, technical exchange meetings, and other briefs and meetings as required.
  • Test Planning:
    • Develop cyber survivability test plans following OPTEVFOR Cyber OT&E procedures and templates and with minimal administrative errors.
    • Coordinate with the warfare divisions and red team operators to ensure defined test objectives are comprehensive and executable, data collection requirements are adequately defined, cyber test capabilities are identified, resourced, and integrated prior to the test plan being signed.
    • Attend test planning visits in support of cyber OT&E planning.
  • Lead preparation of test execution, including:
    • Participate in site pre-test coordination visits. Provide an in brief to the test site.
    • Conduct Pre-Execution Brief to 01D leadership.
    • Prepare library of data needed for test and arrange for its arrival at the test site.
    • Ensure all deconfliction requirements are met prior to test execution in accordance with JFHQ DoDIN and Navy Cyber Defense Operations Command guidance.
  • Lead execution of cyber OT&E related test events as assigned, supporting cooperative vulnerability penetration assessments and adversarial assessments in accordance with DoD guidance and OPTEVFOR Cyber OT&E policies, guidance and procedures.
    • Coordinate with the OTD, site personnel, program office SMEs, and supporting red teams.
    • Ensure test are conducted safely and OPTEVFOR policies are adhered to.
    • Follow JFHQ-DODIN deconfliction procedures.
    • Verify collected data for accuracy and completeness.
    • Conduct daily hotwashes during test and submit a daily summary report to the OTD and 01D leadership.
    • Ensure all test objectives are completed.
  • Post-Test:
    • Support the Future Operations Officer during the post-test process to ensure traceability between test objectives, collected data, and post-test deliverables.
    • Coordinate with the OTD to set up post-test meetings.
    • Participate in post-test processes including data upload, scoring board, 01D Review Board, CEWG, SERB, and E-SERB.
    • Lead generation of final report products to ensure the information is technically accurate following OPTEVFOR Cyber OT&E procedures and templates and with minimal administrative errors. This includes, drafting of the Data Analysis Summary and Results Enclosure, and reviewing Blue/Gold Sheets drafted by Red Team Operators.

Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, cybersecurity, or related technical degree OR minimum 5 years' experience in DoD defensive or offensive cyberspace operations planning or exploitation analysis.
  • Proficiency in decomposing complex computer systems/networking configurations in support of system exploitation analysis.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications (MS Visio, Project, Excel, PowerPoint etc.).
  • Ability to perform detail-oriented work quality assurance/quality control prior to delivery to the government.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite to include Teams or similar workplace chat and videoconferencing tools.
  • Excellent written and oral communications skills to support briefing senior leadership (O6/GS-15 or higher).

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