Target Development Network Analyst (TDNA) Level 3

Location

US-MD-Fort Meade

ID

2026-8383

Markon is seeking a Target Digital Network Analyst (TDNA) Level 3 to support advanced intelligence and cyber operations through in-depth analysis of digital networks, communications, and open-source data for the Fort Meade Customer. This role focuses on developing actionable intelligence, maintaining target continuity, and enhancing analytic tradecraft to support mission objectives. The TDNA will work both independently and collaboratively to identify intelligence gaps, drive collection strategies, and mentor analysts in modern targeting methodologies.

Conduct analysis of collection and open-source data to generate actionable insights and leads
• Ensure target continuity by profiling targets, activities, and associated behaviors
• Develop techniques to acquire additional target information and enhance intelligence collection
• Maintain databases supporting targeting, tasking, and analytical efforts
• Build and maintain comprehensive baseline profiles for designated target sets
• Identify intelligence gaps and recommend adjustments to collection strategies
• Apply multiple analytic disciplines, including pattern recognition across communications, network usage, and digital footprints
• Leverage understanding of IC missions, target cultures, behaviors, and communications technologies to inform analysis
• Support development of new analytic methodologies and tradecraft
• Mentor junior analysts on tools, methodologies, and best practices for conducting TDNA

Required Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI W/ Polygraph with this Customer.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Intelligence Studies, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 6+ years of experience in SIGINT, cyber analysis, or TDNA-related roles
• Experience analyzing communications, network usage, and digital footprints
• Experience maintaining targeting databases and developing target profiles
• Strong understanding of intelligence collection processes and gap analysis
• Familiarity with IC missions, tools, and analytic methodologies
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience mentoring or leading junior analysts
• Experience developing analytic tradecraft or methodologies
• Familiarity with scripting or data analysis tools
• Experience working with multi-source intelligence data and large datasets

USD $170,000.00 – USD $190,000.00 /Yr.
The Markon pay range for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

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Markon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.

Benefits Offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Training and Tuition Assistance, Paid Time Off, and Holidays