CNO Web Developer

Required Clearance Level TS/SCI with Polygraph

We’re looking for a mission-driven CNO Developer to join our CNO (Computer Network Operations) team in support of advanced cyber capabilities. You’ll help design and deliver low-level software tools and capabilities that directly enable national security missions. This is a hands‑on, impactful role for someone who thrives in reverse engineering, software development, and complex problem‑solving. You’ll work shoulder‑to‑shoulder with top talent in a collaborative environment focused on solving real‑world problems that matter.

• To be eligible for this position you must hold an active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph.
• Design and develop new CNO capabilities, tools, and applications
• Independently contribute to full‑lifecycle software development, including documentation, testing, and debugging
• Troubleshoot and debug complex, low-level software systems
• Apply your knowledge of networking (TCP/IP), socket programming, and secure code development
• Collaborate with engineers, analysts, and mission partners to ensure performance and security
• Maintain high standards for software quality, testing, and code documentation
• Strong proficiency in Python or C/C++
• Experience with network programming (TCP/IP) and socket‑level development
• Experience troubleshooting and debugging complex systems
• JR LCAT:
  Bachelor’s degree in a technical field (e.g., Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or similar) and 4 years of software engineering experience
  (OR) High School diploma and minimum of 8 years of relevant technical experience (OR) A Master’s degree in a relevant discipline and 2 years relevant technical experience
• MID LCAT:
  Bachelor’s degree in a technical field (e.g., Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or similar) and 8 years of software engineering experience (OR) High School diploma and minimum of 12 years of relevant technical experience (OR) A Master’s degree in a relevant discipline and 6 years relevant technical experience
• SR LCAT:
  Bachelor’s degree in a technical field (e.g., Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or similar) and 12 years of software engineering experience (OR) High School diploma and minimum of 16 years of relevant technical experience (OR) A Master’s degree in a relevant discipline and 10 years relevant technical experience (OR) A PhD in a relevant discipline and 8 years of relevant experience

• Experience developing CNO capabilities or reverse engineering software
• Familiarity with assembly‑level concepts
• Experience with low‑level system internals across platforms (Windows, Unix, mobile, or network devices)
• Understanding of unit testing and test automation
• Familiarity with Atlassian tools such as JIRA, Confluence, or Crucible

In compliance with Maryland’s Equal Pay for Equal Work law, the annual base salary range for this position is $150,000 - $275,000. This range represents the base pay for this role and is provided in accordance with Maryland’s requirements to disclose compensation in job postings. Please note that actual compensation may vary based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate’s qualifications, experience, education, skills, internal equity, and market conditions.

In addition to base salary, candidates hired into this position may be eligible for a hiring bonus of $10,000.00, subject to applicable contingencies and Navstar policy.

• Highly Competitive Health Care Premiums, including 100% employer paid for employee
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical and Dependent Care
• Generous PTO and Federal Holiday Paid Leave
• Employer Paid STD/LTD
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• 401K plan and Employer Match
• Referral and Opportunity Referral Programs
• Professional Development Assistance

EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled

Navstar, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religious beliefs, national origin, disability, U.S. veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics under federal, state or local law.