Senior Intelligence & Cyber Analyst – Space Systems

SIXGEN’s mission is to deliver agile, mission-ready cybersecurity solutions that empower government and critical infrastructure organizations to stay ahead of advanced cyber threats. We combine innovation, deep expertise, and cutting-edge capabilities to uncover vulnerabilities, protect vital systems, and ensure operational superiority in an ever-evolving digital landscape.

• Position: Senior Intelligence & Cyber Analyst - Space Systems
• Job Type: Full-time
• Location: Huntsville, AL (Hybrid - customer site and WFH)
• Clearance Requirements: Must be a U.S. citizen. TS/SCI required

WHAT YOU'LL DO

SIXGEN is actively seeking candidates to support mission-critical cyber intelligence and operational analysis efforts focused on space, missile, and tactical systems. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in cyber threat analysis, intelligence integration, and operational environments supporting Department of War and national security missions. This role requires a strategic thinker capable of analyzing complex threats, assessing vulnerabilities, and delivering actionable intelligence to support mission success and operational readiness.

Responsibilities Include: 

• Conduct intelligence-driven cyber analysis focused on space, missile defense, and tactical weapon systems to identify threats, vulnerabilities, and operational risks.
• Analyze adversary cyber capabilities, tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) impacting mission systems, critical infrastructure, and operational networks.
• Provide intelligence support to offensive cyber operations through target analysis, vulnerability identification, adversary capability assessment, and operational environment analysis across classified and mission-critical systems.
• Produce high-quality intelligence products, technical reports, threat assessments, and executive-level briefings supporting operational and strategic decision-making.
• Provide subject matter expertise on cyber operations, space systems, missile systems, tactical communications, and emerging threats within contested operational environments.

Technology proficiency includes:

• Cyber threat intelligence platforms and analytic tools, including the collection, correlation, and analysis of threat data to identify adversary capabilities, emerging threats, indicators of compromise (IOCs), and operational trends supporting cyber and intelligence missions.
• SIEM technologies and network monitoring solutions used to analyze network activity, detect anomalous behavior, support threat hunting activities, and provide operational awareness across enterprise and mission-critical environments.
• Strong understanding of the MITRE ATT&CK framework, cyber threat modeling methodologies, and adversary tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) to support intelligence-driven cyber operations, target analysis, and mission planning.
• Knowledge of space systems, missile defense architectures, tactical communication systems, and associated command, control, and mission support environments operating within contested and highly sensitive operational domains.
• Intelligence analysis, technical reporting, and briefing development experience, including the ability to synthesize complex operational and technical information into actionable intelligence products for operational teams and senior decision-makers.
• Experience supporting Department of War (DoW), Intelligence Community (IC), or other national security missions within classified environments, including collaboration with joint, interagency, and government stakeholders supporting operational objectives.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Intelligence Studies, Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related technical or analytical discipline. Advanced degrees and relevant military training or equivalent operational experience are highly desirable.
• 12+ years of experience supporting cyber intelligence, offensive or defensive cyber operations, all-source intelligence analysis, or national security missions within DoD, Intelligence Community, or other government environments.
• Demonstrated experience supporting space operations, missile defense systems, tactical military platforms, or other mission-critical weapon systems, including knowledge of associated command-and-control, communications, and operational architectures.
• Strong understanding of classified operational environments, mission assurance principles, cyber threat integration, and the protection and resilience of critical national security systems operating in contested environments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to develop high-quality intelligence products, technical assessments, operational briefings, and executive-level presentations for senior military, government, and industry leadership.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

At SIXGEN, we are committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. Compensation for this role will be based on experience, qualifications, technical expertise, and overall alignment with the position.

Additionally, SIXGEN offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including:

• Employer-paid health insurance premiums (medical, dental, vision) for you and your family 
• Employer-paid short/long term disability insurance and basic life/AD&D insurance
• 401K with a 4% employer contribution
• Professional development reimbursement options available (training, certification, education, etc)​
• Flexible and remote work policies for most positions
• Flexible PTO and holiday schedule

For more information, please reach out to our Director of Human Resources, Amy Maxwell at amy.maxwell@sixgen.io.

OUR COMMITMENT

SIXGEN is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We ensure that all applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, marital status, ancestry, projected veteran status, or any other protected group or class.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture that values diversity in our people, reflecting the communities we serve and our customer base. We strive to attract and retain a diverse talent pool and create an environment where everyone is empowered to be their authentic selves at work.