Reverse Engineer​/CNO Engineer

Reverse Engineer / CNO Engineer

Location: Annapolis Junction, MD
Clearance: TS/SCI with Polygraph required
Work Type: On-site
Salary:$267,000-$279,000

We are seeking an experienced Reverse Engineer / Software Engineer to support the analysis, development, integration, and sustainment of software solutions for complex networked systems and devices. The successful candidate will work within a multidisciplinary technical team to evaluate system behavior, develop prototypes, and create operational software tools that address challenging technical requirements.

This position requires expertise in reverse engineering, low-level software development, network communications, and system analysis. The selected candidate will collaborate with engineers, analysts, and other technical stakeholders to develop innovative solutions for evolving operational needs.

• Analyze and reverse engineer software and firmware on network-connected systems and devices.
• Design, develop, modify, and maintain software applications and technical toolsets.
• Enhance and extend existing software capabilities and frameworks.
• Gather, document, and analyze technical requirements.
• Develop prototypes and proof-of-concept solutions to validate technical approaches.
• Design and implement production-ready software solutions.
• Troubleshoot, maintain, and support deployed software systems.
• Collaborate with technical teams to evaluate system functionality and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Prepare technical documentation, reports, and implementation guidance.
• Support integration, testing, and deployment activities.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Cybersecurity, or a related technical discipline and twelve (12) years of relevant experience; OR
• Master's degree in a related technical discipline and ten (10) years of relevant experience; OR
• Four (4) additional years of directly related software engineering experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree.

• Experience working with Unix or Linux-based operating systems.
• Experience reverse engineering Linux-based systems, software, or network-connected devices.
• Strong understanding of networking concepts and protocols, including TCP/IP.
• Experience analyzing network traffic using tools such as Wireshark or similar protocol analyzers.
• Experience developing software using:
  • C
  • C++
  • Python
  • Assembly Language
• Experience supporting, troubleshooting, and maintaining deployed software systems.
• Experience using version control systems such as Git and Subversion.
• Experience utilizing collaboration and project management tools such as Jira and Confluence.

• Experience reverse engineering Windows-based or embedded systems, including real-time operating systems (RTOS).
• Experience developing software using one or more of the following:
  • Java
  • Java Script
  • Bash
  • Power Shell
  • Perl
  • C#
  • Rust
• Experience developing software for Linux, Windows, or embedded computing environments.
• Experience with vulnerability analysis, software security assessment, or exploit mitigation techniques.
• Knowledge of data collection, processing, and analysis systems.
• Experience supporting complex operational software platforms and distributed systems.
• Familiarity with software security principles and secure development practices.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to evaluate complex software systems and identify root causes of technical issues.
• Strong understanding of computer architecture, operating systems, and networking fundamentals.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary technical teams.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality technical solutions.

This position includes a competitive and flexible benefits package, including:

• Medical
  Employer pays 100% of the monthly premium for the employee and 80% for the employee’s dependents.

• Health Savings Account (HSA)
  Save for all medical, dental, vision and prescription expenses by contributing…