Protocol Analyst 3 at Sentar Inc. in Fort Meade, MD
- Company: Sentar Inc.
- Location: Fort Meade, MD
- Posted: Sep 18, 2026
- Type: Full-time
- Experience: 12+ years
Overview
Sentar is seeking a Protocol Analyst 3 in Ft. Meade! We are looking for a Protocol Analyst proficient in RF signals analysis and understanding signal characteristics to determine signal structure, define parameters, and model signal behavior. You will need to be skilled in COMINT, ELINT, FISINT, or …
Job description
- Sentar is seeking a Protocol Analyst 3 in Ft. Meade!
- We are looking for a Protocol Analyst proficient in RF signals analysis and understanding signal characteristics to determine signal structure, define parameters, and model signal behavior. You will need to be skilled in COMINT, ELINT, FISINT, or PROFORMA, and expertise in more than 1 is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Proficient in RF signals analysis and understanding signal characteristics to determine signal structure, define parameters, and model signal behavior.
Requirements
- Relevant experience must be in a signals analysis, waveform analysis, network troubleshooting, network traffic characterizations, and/or network security analysis.
- 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.
- 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).
- Bachelor’s?Degree must be in Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, a Physical Science, or related technical field.
- Clearance Level: TS/SCI with active poly (FS preferred)
Skills
Required
- RF signals analysis
- Understanding signal characteristics
- Determine signal structure
- Define parameters
- Model signal behavior
- COMINT
- ELINT
- FISINT
- PROFORMA
Benefits
- Our unique ownership model attracts top talent, giving employees the freedom to take initiative and drive meaningful improvements. In addition to cultivating a thriving and inclusive work environment, Sentar offers an extensive benefits package designed to support the well-being of employees and their families. Employee ownership is the foundation of our culture, promoting participation, teamwork, and accountability while ensuring long-term financial security and a commitment to excellence.
- Voluntary Medical, Dental, Vision, with Health Savings or Flexible Spending Plan options
- Voluntary Life, Critical Illness, Accident, and Long Term Care insurance options
- Group Term Life, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability is provided by Sentar to all qualifying employees
- Generous 401(k) match
- Competitive PTO plan that graduates quickly with years of service
- Other leave programs; holiday schedule along with bereavement, maternity, jury and military duty
- Mental health awareness programs
- Tuition reimbursement
- Professional development reimbursement
- Recognition and Awards programs
About Sentar Inc.
Sentar is proud to be an employee-owned company, fostering a culture of empowerment, collaboration, and innovation. Sentar is dedicated to developing the critical talent that the connected world demands to create solutions to address the convergence of cybersecurity, intelligence, analytics, and systems engineering. We invite you to join the team where you can build, innovate, and secure your career.