CNO Reverse Engineer

Position: CNO Reverse Engineer Level 1

Location:

US – MD, Ft. Meade
Category:
Cyber / Reverse Engineering

Clearance Requirement:
Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph
Education Requirement: BS in Computer Science (or related field)

Experience Requirement: 0-8

We are seeking a CNO Reverse Engineer Level 1 to perform in-depth analysis of hardware components, software applications, and operating systems to determine their functionality, code structure, and circuit design. This role supports the development of advanced Computer Network Operations (CNO) tools and techniques through technical research, reverse engineering, and hands‑on prototyping.

The ideal candidate will have strong programming skills, experience using reverse engineering tools, and an interest in analyzing complex systems to uncover hidden functionality or vulnerabilities.

• Perform reverse engineering of hardware, software, and operating systems to determine functionality and design.
• Analyze binary code, firmware, and applications to identify logic, structure, and vulnerabilities.
• Develop proof‑of‑concept code, prototypes, and technical documentation based on reverse engineering results.
• Use and administer hardware and software reverse engineering tools.
• Program in Assembly, C, C++, C#, Java, Perl, or Python.
• Utilize software version control systems such as Subversion or CVS.
• Support the design and development of CNO tools and techniques.
• Prepare and deliver technical presentations, reports, and demonstrations of findings.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to apply reverse engineering insights to tool and capability development.

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, Network Engineering, or a related field and 4 years of relevant experience — or — Master’s degree in a related field and 2 years of relevant experience — or — High School Diploma and 8 years of relevant experience
• Experience performing hardware or software reverse engineering
• Strong programming background in Assembly, C, C++, C#, Java, Perl, or Python
• Familiarity with reverse engineering tools and techniques
• Understanding of software version control systems (e.g., Subversion, CVS, or Git)
• Excellent analytical, documentation, and presentation skills

This position requires ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance, based on current background investigation (SBI), as well as the favorable completion of full scope polygraph. Clearance and polygraph processing will be completed by the U.S. Government. Factors considered for a U.S. Government Security Clearance include, but are not limited to:

• U.S. Citizenship
• Favorable Criminal History Check
• Education Verification
• Abuse/Illegal Drug Use
• Credit Check
• Subject Interview

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TAP Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer and applicants receive lawful consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.