Radio Frequency Analyst

Location: Annapolis Junction, MD

Schedule (FT/PT): Full Time

Travel Required: No

Shift: Day

Remote Type: No Remote

Clearance: Active TS/SCI with polygraph required

Certification: None Required

Education: Bachelor’s degree

Years of Experience: Twelve (12) years of experience

Salary: $252,798 - $267,966

Description

At Altus, we’re proud to provide a supportive environment where your contributions are valued and your growth matters. Our size gives us both stability and flexibility, offering opportunities for development while supporting a healthy work-life balance.

If you thrive in high-impact environments and want to be part of a skilled team, we’d love to have you on board!

The Altus team supports a high-impact program designed to deliver rapid intelligence and cyber solutions to mission partners across various government sectors worldwide. Our work involves a broad spectrum of services, including intelligence operations, cyber defense, technical support, and emerging threat innovation. Through strategic partnerships, we provide an adaptable, task-based solution to meet mission-critical needs efficiently and effectively.

In this role, you will enhance situational awareness within the electromagnetic spectrum (EMS) by conducting detailed radio frequency analysis in support of cyber and intelligence operations.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Conduct real-time and historical electromagnetic spectrum analysis to identify and classify RF signals based on modulation schemes and communication protocols
• Analyze wireless communication technologies including Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, cellular, and related RF systems to identify vulnerabilities in devices and networks
• Perform RF vulnerability assessments and assist with developing and implementing techniques to exploit identified RF vulnerabilities
• Integrate RF analysis findings into cyber operations planning and mission execution
• Prepare clear, concise, and technically accurate reports documenting findings, assessments, and recommendations
• Maintain detailed records of RF spectrum activity, analysis results, and operational observations
• Advise government stakeholders on compliance with applicable RF spectrum regulations, policies, and operational constraints
• Maintain awareness of legal and ethical considerations related to RF-enabled cyber operations
• Support the deployment and operation of specialized RF tools and capabilities used to execute RF-related cyber tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs)
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support mission objectives and operational readiness

Qualifications:

Minimum Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree and twelve (12) years of experience

Education Equivalencies:

• High School diploma plus sixteen (16) years of experience
• Associate’s degree plus fourteen (14) years of experience
• Master’s degree plus ten (10) years of experience
• PhD plus eight (8) years of experience

Relevant Experience

• Seven (7) years of position-specific, relevant experience

Additional Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience working with RF signals, RF techniques, and RF-related technologies
• Strong understanding of wireless communication protocols and spectrum operations
• Ability to communicate complex technical findings clearly in written and verbal formats
• Experience supporting intelligence, cyber, or mission-focused operational environments

About Altus

Since 2004, Altus Technology Solutions has been committed to providing top-quality, performance-driven services to both government and commercial clients. As an ISO 9001:2015 Certified firm, Altus integrates proven solutions with industry-leading practices to tackle mission-critical challenges.

Learn more at www.Altusts.com.

Pay and Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience

• Comprehensive healthcare benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage

• Retirement savings plan with employer contributions

• Income protection through short- and long-term disability insurance

• Education assistance for professional growth

• Flexible paid leave and career advancement opportunities

Commitment to Equal Opportunity Employment

Altus Technology Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local laws. As a federal contractor, we are committed to hiring and retaining a workforce that includes individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process, please contact recruiting@altusts.com.

Protecting Your Information

We never request payment or personal banking details during the hiring process. If you encounter suspicious emails, contact us at support@altusts.com immediately.

Join Us!

Are you ready to apply your skills to support intelligence and cyber missions around the world? Apply today and be part of something bigger.