Network-Savvy CNO Developer

Labor Category (LCAT):

Computer Scientist 3 (Flexible to CS2 or CS4 based on qualifications)

Team:

Network Devices

Work Location:

Annapolis Junction, MD
Research & Engineering (R&E) Division

Clearance Requirement:

TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph (FS) - Required to start

Salary:

$225,000 per year

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled Network-Savvy CNO Developer to join the Network Devices Team within our mission-critical Research & Engineering environment. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in software development, CNO (Computer Network Operations), and reverse engineering, particularly within the context of network infrastructure. You will contribute to both new capability development and enhancement of existing systems targeting network devices such as routers, switches, and firewalls.

LCAT Requirements:

• 10+ years of software development experience with a Bachelor's degree, or
• 8+ years of experience with a Master's degree, or
• 6+ years of experience with a Doctorate

Note: A minimum of 3 years of experience must be specific to cybersecurity/CNO development

• Degree must be in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a closely related field

Primary Responsibilities:

• Develop and enhance CNO capabilities specifically targeting network devices
• Perform C development and reverse engineering in embedded/real-time environments
• Work in a Real-Time Operating System (RTOS) environment to support low-level software tasks
• Collaborate closely with fellow CNO developers, reverse engineers, and analysts on high-priority network missions
• Integrate with broader R&E and operational teams to deploy secure and advanced capabilities

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in C programming and reverse engineering
• Hands-on experience with CNO development for network devices
• Strong understanding and hands-on experience with network protocols
• Familiarity with or experience working on network appliances such as routers, switches, or firewalls
• Experience developing or integrating code within a Real-Time Operating System (RTOS)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Additional experience with firmware analysis, embedded development, or custom protocol analysis
• Ability to independently conduct vulnerability research or contribute to exploit development

Why Join Us?

• Collaborate with top-tier developers and engineers on cutting-edge national security missions
• Work in a high-impact, mission-driven environment
• Enjoy a competitive salary, full clearance-level access, and robust benefits
• Flexible labor category options allow you to be considered at CS2, CS3, or CS4 levels based on your qualifications