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CNO Developer with Security Clearance

Dexian Signature FederalHerndon, VA🇺🇸United StatesPosted 13 Jul 2026

Quick Overview

Seniority
Mid Senior
Employment type
Employee
Work mode
Hybrid
Location
Herndon, VA, United States
Posted
7 weeks ago
Embedded SystemsAssemblyC++JavaPerlPythoniOSAndroid

Job Description

CNO Developer--designs, develops, and tests offensive cyber tools, techniques, and integrated effects for computer network operations (CNO), a critical aspect of national security. These roles require expertise in programming languages like C++, Python, and Java, deep knowledge of operating systems, network protocols, hardware/software reverse engineering, and vulnerability analysis.

Preferred Qualification: Experience or familiarity with AI/ML.

Key Responsibilities
Software Development: Design, write, and test software applications.

Cyber Tool Development: Create specialized tools and techniques for offensive computer network operations.

Vulnerability Analysis: Identify and analyze vulnerabilities in hardware and software systems.

Reverse Engineering: Analyze and understand the internals of software and hardware to find weaknesses.

Network Operations: Develop solutions to protect networks and achieve strategic cyber objectives.

Required Skills & Qualifications
Programming Languages:
Proficiency in Assembly, C, C++, Java, Perl, and Python is often required.

Operating Systems

Strong knowledge of Windows, Linux, macOS, Android, iOS, and embedded systems.

Networking

Understanding of computer network protocols, architectures, and security principles.

Technical Expertise

Experience with kernel-level development, firmware, device drivers, and secure coding practices.

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