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title: 'Senior Forward Deployed Analyst at Twenty'
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# Senior Forward Deployed Analyst at Twenty

- **Company:** Twenty
- **Location:** San Antonio, TX
- **Compensation:** $137k–$240k
- **Employment:** full-time
- **Work type:** hybrid
- **Posted:** 2026-03-05
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-21
- **Apply:** https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/twenty/9859380f-ca18-43e1-b416-f27314a675c1

## Job description

## About the Company

America is under sustained cyber attack. Our adversaries infiltrate our networks, steal our IP, and degrade the digital infrastructure that modern life runs on. They’ve learned—correctly—that those attacks rarely produce consequences. Twenty was founded to change that, by making our adversaries think twice before they attack us. Our vision is American and allied primacy in cyberspace—a future where they cannot contest us, deterrence is assured, and the free world remains secure. Founded in 2024, Twenty Technologies ([www.twenty.io](http://www.twenty.io)) industrializes offensive cyber operations for the U.S. and its allies. Headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, Twenty has raised $168M from Khosla Ventures, Accel, Caffeinated Capital, Friends & Family Capital, Point72 Ventures, General Catalyst, and In-Q-Tel.

Mission | Hybrid | Full Time | Active TS/SCI with CI Polygraph

## Role Summary

Twenty is seeking a Senior Forward Deployed Analyst in the San Antonio, TX area to serve as the subject matter expert (SME) bridging the gap between our revolutionary cyber technologies and real-world operational requirements. We're looking for someone with 10+ years of experience in cyber operations and intelligence analysis, with deep expertise in Digital Network Exploitation and Analysis (DNEA) and/or Exploitation Analyst (EA) operations within the U.S. Government military or intelligence organizations. In this role, you'll be the technical voice of the operator, working directly with our world-class engineering team to ensure our AI-powered graph database applications meet the complex demands of modern cyber operations. You'll translate operational requirements into technical specifications, validate that our systems enhance rather than hinder operator decision-making, and serve as the critical link between the battlefield of cyberspace and the development teams building tomorrow's cyber capabilities. If you're passionate about leveraging your operational expertise to shape the next generation of cyber tools while making a direct impact on national security, we want to talk to you.

## What You'll Do

Cyber Operations & Analysis

- Perform Digital Network Exploitation and Analysis (DNEA) analysis or Exploitation Analyst cyber operations as an integrated member of our operational team, conducting real-world cyber intelligence analysis and exploitation activities
- Execute network analysis, persona development, and threat actor attribution using both traditional methods and our AI-enhanced graph database systems
- Maintain operational proficiency and credibility through regular engagement in live cyber operations and intelligence production

Subject Matter Expertise & Requirements Translation

- Serve as the primary SME for cyber operations and intelligence analysis, translating complex operational workflows into technical requirements for engineering teams
- Validate that AI-powered graph database applications accurately represent and enhance cyber operations in both defensive and offensive contexts
- Lead requirements gathering sessions with government customers and translate operational needs into actionable development priorities

Operational Integration & Validation

- Work directly with cyber operators to gather feedback on user interface designs and system workflows
- Create training materials and documentation that help operators effectively utilize our AI-enhanced cyber tools

Customer Engagement & Strategic Leadership

- Represent Twenty in customer engagements, leveraging operational credibility to build trust and understanding
- Lead technical demonstrations that showcase how our AI and graph database technologies enhance operational effectiveness
- Collaborate with government stakeholders to identify emerging operational requirements and capability gaps

Must Have Operational Experience & Expertise

- 10+ years of professional experience in cyber operations and intelligence analysis within U.S. Government military or intelligence organizations
- Expert-level knowledge of Digital Network Exploitation and Analysis (DNEA) and Exploitation Analyst (EA) methodologies and tools
- Deep understanding of cyber operations across both defensive and offensive mission sets
- Extensive experience with multi-domain intelligence analysis correlating cyber, SIGINT, GEOINT, and HUMINT
- Demonstrated expertise in network analysis, persona development, and threat actor attribution
- Strong background in operational planning and mission execution in cyber environments

Technical Skills & Knowledge

- Advanced understanding of network protocols, exploitation techniques, and cyber attack methodologies
- Experience with graph-based analysis tools and methodologies for intelligence analysis
- Knowledge of AI/ML applications in cyber operations and intelligence analysis
- Familiarity with cloud platforms and their security implications for government operations
- Understanding of IoT protocols, WiFi exploitation, and electromagnetic spectrum operations
- Experience with data visualization tools and techniques for complex intelligence presentations

Leadership & Communication

- Proven ability to translate complex technical concepts for diverse audiences including senior government officials
- Strong leadership experience mentoring analysts and leading operational teams
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to produce high-quality intelligence products
- Experience briefing senior leadership and providing operational recommendations
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams with technical and non-technical stakeholders

Education & Certifications

- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Intelligence Studies, or related field, or equivalent operational experience
- Advanced degrees or relevant certifications preferred

Security Requirements

- Must possess and be able to maintain a TS/SCI security clearance with appropriate polygraph
- U.S. citizenship required
- Willingness to travel occasionally for customer engagements and operational support

## Nice to Have

- Previous experience as a technical lead or senior analyst in government cyber operations units
- Track record of successfully transitioning from operational roles to product development or requirements engineering
- Experience with government acquisition processes and requirements development
- Background in training and doctrine development for cyber operations
- Previous experience working with defense contractors or in public-private partnerships
- Publications or presentations in cyber operations or intelligence analysis fields
- Advanced technical certifications in cyber operations or intelligence analysis

## Benefits

What's on the table:

- Health. Medical, dental, and vision plan options. Life / AD&D, disability coverage options.
- Family. Paid parental leave for eligible full-time employees. 12 weeks for birthing parents, 4 for non-birthing parents, 6 weeks for adoptive, foster, or intended parents through surrogacy.
- Vacation. Paid holidays and flexible PTO. Take what you need.
- Retirement. 401(k) with pre-tax and Roth options. HSA/FSA options, dependent care FSA.

Benefits vary by location, role, and eligibility. Full plan details provided during the interview and offer process.

If this role sounds like you, apply and share with us your interest Due to U.S. government contract and security requirements, this role is limited to U.S. citizens. Some positions may also require eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance. Any active clearance requirement will be listed in the role description. Twenty is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected status, consistent with applicable law. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the hiring process, let us know and we will work with you.

## About Twenty

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Twenty builds and scales the software and capabilities of modern cyber conflict, industrializing the American arsenal for the war of now.
- **Entity Type**: Private (Series B; $138M total funding as of June 2026)
- **Headquarters**: Arlington, Virginia, United States
- **Founded**: 2024
- **Founders**: Joe Lin (CEO), Peter S., Skyler O.

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Cyber warfare and national security (Computer and Network Security)
- **Target customers**: U.S. military and Intelligence Community (B2G)
- **Mission**: Deliver industrial-scale cyber capabilities, ensuring the U.S. and its allies are able to deter and defeat their adversaries [twenty.io/careers](https://twenty.io/careers/).

## Products & Services
- **Cyber Warfare Platform**: Intelligent, autonomous end-to-end systems that accelerate the entire offensive cyber operations lifecycle. Encodes elite tradecraft directly into software, transforming workflows that once took weeks of manual effort into automated, continuous operations across hundreds of targets simultaneously. [twenty.io](https://twenty.io/)

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not disclosed
- **Key Metric**: Total funding $138M (as of June 2026), including a $38M Series A led by Caffeinated Capital in November 2025 and a subsequent $100M round in June 2026 [aventure.vc](https://aventure.vc/companies/twenty-arlington-va-us) [prnewswire.com](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/twenty-raises-38m-to-transform-cyber-warfare-at-industrial-scale-302622230.html)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Caffeinated Capital, General Catalyst, In-Q-Tel, Accel, Point72 Ventures, Friends & Family Capital [twenty.io/careers](https://twenty.io/careers/)
- **Growth Signals**: Headcount grew 245% YoY, reaching ~50 employees; 34+ active job postings as of July 2026; emerged from stealth in November 2025 with over $100M in government contracts [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/twentytechnologies) [prnewswire.com](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/twenty-raises-38m-to-transform-cyber-warfare-at-industrial-scale-302622230.html)

## Competitive Advantages
- **Elite team**: Composed of the top 0.1% of cyber operators (from USCYBERCOM, NSA, DHS, U.S. Marine Corps, Navy, Army) and proven builders (from Palantir, Palo Alto Networks, Expanse) [twenty.io/careers](https://twenty.io/careers/)
- **Proven track record**: The founding team built the most successful SaaS cyber product in U.S. military history and defended tens of thousands of networks [twenty.io](https://twenty.io/)
- **100X improvement**: Industrial-scale automation replaces manual, bespoke methods, fundamentally reshaping how the U.S. and allies engage in cyber conflict [twenty.io](https://twenty.io/)
- **Strategic backing**: Supported by top defense-tech VCs and In-Q-Tel (the CIA’s venture arm)

## Strategic Focus
- Accelerating the delivery of intelligent, autonomous cyber warfare systems to close critical gaps in U.S. offensive capabilities
- Countering adversaries such as the People’s Republic of China (PRC) in the cyber domain
- Expanding partnerships across the U.S. military and Intelligence Community, with deployments already in active combat operations [prnewswire.com](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/twenty-raises-38m-to-transform-cyber-warfare-at-industrial-scale-302622230.html)

## Why Work Here
- **Mission-driven impact**: Your code directly affects mission success or failure — “the difference between mission success and mission failure” [twenty.io/careers](https://twenty.io/careers/)
- **Elite peer group**: Work alongside top 0.1% cyber operators and world-class technologists
- **Rapid growth**: 245% headcount increase YoY; 39 open roles across engineering, product, finance, growth, and talent [twenty.io/careers](https://twenty.io/careers/)
- **Culture**: “Serious work, savage wit, zero excuses.” Emphasis on solving “crazy-hard problems” that nation-state adversaries face. “No one is coming to save us, so we’d better do it ourselves.” [twenty.io/careers](https://twenty.io/careers/)
- **Work environment**: Primarily on-site at secure locations (Arlington, VA HQ; Fort Meade, MD; San Antonio, TX; Augusta, GA). Most roles require relocation to the Washington, DC area or other government facilities. [twenty.io/careers](https://twenty.io/careers/)
- **Notable perks**: Not explicitly detailed, but the focus is on building revolutionary capabilities for national security rather than typical engagement metrics.

## Sources
1. [twenty.io](https://twenty.io/)
2. [twenty.io/careers](https://twenty.io/careers/)
3. [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/twentytechnologies)
4. [prnewswire.com](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/twenty-raises-38m-to-transform-cyber-warfare-at-industrial-scale-302622230.html)
5. [aventure.vc](https://aventure.vc/companies/twenty-arlington-va-us)

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