Protocol Analyst 3

Location: Annapolis Junction, MD | Onsite | Clearance Required: TS/SCI with Polygraph | Employment Type: Full-Time

About the role

Weeghman & Briggs is seeking a motivated and mission-driven Protocol Analyst 3 to support critical government initiatives. Founded in 2016, Weeghman & Briggs specializes in delivering high-impact analytical services to Government Agencies and private organizations. As we continue to expand across current programs and upcoming contract awards, we are looking for talented individuals who want to contribute, grow, and build something meaningful alongside us.

At Weeghman & Briggs, you're more than a number—you're part of the team. We've built a culture where your opinion matters, your voice is heard, and your contributions make a direct impact on mission success. Our growth creates opportunity for advancement, leadership visibility, and long-term career development while maintaining the supportive, close-knit environment that sets us apart.

Responsibilities

• Support mission-critical programs in secure government environments
• Analyze requirements and translate them into actionable solutions
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality results
• Ensure compliance with contract and security standards
• Contribute ideas to improve processes, efficiency, and performance
• Work directly with signals analysis, preferably related to communications signals (e.g., bitstream analysis, waveform analysis, protocol analysis), network troubleshooting, network traffic characterization, and/or network security analysis

Requirements

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance
• Experience supporting government or DoD programs
• Ability to work independently and within a collaborative team environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Relevant experience in signals analysis, waveform analysis, network troubleshooting, network traffic characterization, and/or network security analysis

Qualifications

• Doctoral Degree with 4 years of relevant experience
• Master's Degree with 6 years of relevant experience
• Bachelor's Degree with 8 years of relevant experience (must be in Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, a Physical Science, or related technical field)
• Associates degree with 10 years of relevant experience
• HS diploma or GED with 12 years of experience will be considered for those who have completed one of the following military training courses: 451 (Intermediate Signals Analysis) or 452 (Advanced Signals Analysis) or who have participated in or graduated from the Military COMINT Signals Analysis Program (MCSAP)

Preferred Qualifications

• Relevant certifications (Security+, CISSP, PMP, AWS, etc.)
• Agile, cloud, or modernization experience
• Background in process improvement or analytical services

Pay

The projected salary range for this position is $164,900–$183,200, dependent upon experience, qualifications, and contract requirements.

Benefits

We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support you both professionally and personally. Learn more about our comprehensive benefits here.