Agile Programming Methodologies, Assembly Language, Atlassian JIRA, C Programming Language, C++ Programming Language, Computer Networks, Computer Security, Crucible, Cryptography, Customer Relations, Data Analysis, Debugging Skills, Documentation, Dynamic Analysis, Engineering Software, GDB (Gnu Debugger), Government Intelligence, High School Diploma, IDA Pro, Identify Issues, Intelligence Agencies, Internet Security, Kernel Programming, Leadership, Linux Operating System, Mentoring, Microsoft Windows System Internals/Programming, Multiplatform/Cross-Platform, Network Programming, Network Security, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Research Skills, Reverse Engineering, Risk, Scrum Project Management and Software Development, Secret Clearance, Security Software, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), Software Development, Static Analysis, Team Lead/Manager, Technical Leadership, Testing, Top Secret Clearance, Trend Analysis, WinDbg, x86 Processors
General information
Requisition #
R69090
Locations
USA-VA-Herndon
Posting Date
07/02/2026
Security Clearance Required
Secret
Remote Type
Onsite
Time Type
Full time
Description & Requirements
Unlock the secrets of intelligence with MANTECH! Join a dynamic team at the forefront of national security, providing advanced solutions to government intelligence agencies. Since 1968, we've been solving the toughest challenges with groundbreaking tech. Explore thrilling projects in Digital Transformation, Cybersecurity, IT, Data Analytics and Software Development. Elevate your career and make a difference. Your adventure begins now-unleash your potential with MANTECH!
MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented CNO Vulnerability Researcher to join our team in Herndon, VA. In this role, you will support critical national security missions by identifying and analyzing software vulnerabilities, developing innovative solutions, and collaborating with a highly skilled cyber team to advance offensive and defensive capabilities.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Researching and discovering software vulnerabilities across multiple platforms and environments
- Reverse engineering software to identify security weaknesses and develop mechanism bypasses
- Performing as a team lead on projects when appropriate, providing technical guidance and mentorship
- Managing the design, development, documentation, testing, and debugging of user land and kernel software and systems
Researching and maintaining proficiency in tools, techniques, countermeasures, and emerging trends in computer network vulnerabilities, static and dynamic program analysis, network security, and encryption
- Communicating project status, findings, and risk considerations with leadership and customers
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree and 8+ years of relevant experience, or High School Diploma and 10+ years of relevant experience
- Experience in vulnerability research
- Experience in reverse engineering and common security research tools such as IDA Pro, Ghidra, Radare, Binary Ninja, SysInternals, GDB, WinDBG or similar
- Experience in Python, C/C++, and Assembly (x86/x64) programming
- Experience with CNO capability development
- Experience with low-level internals in Windows and Linux
- Experience with troubleshooting and debugging
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience managing or leading teams
- Experience developing fuzzers and static analysis tools
- Experience with modern security system features
- Experience using Atlassian products (JIRA, Confluence, Crucible)
- Experience applying Agile Scrum methodologies
Experience mentoring junior vulnerability researchers
Clearance Requirements:
- Must have a current/active Secret clearance with the ability to upgrade to a TS/SCI clearance
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.
MANTECH considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to disability or veteran status or any other status protected under any federal, state, or local law or regulation.
If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with MANTECH, please email us at careers@mantech.com and provide your name and contact information.
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ManTech International Corp
Our Mission
Our mission is empowering our nation through a diverse and skilled workforce securely delivering innovative technology, consulting services and digital solutions for our customers’ mission success, every day.
Our Vision
Our vision is Securing the Future as the most trusted partner for U.S. Defense, Intelligence and Federal Civilian customers through the power of One ManTech. When these agencies think of an essential partner for their national and homeland security needs, they think ManTech.
Our Values
Our values are grounded in a bedrock of truth, integrity and caring for each other and the mission. We hold steadfast to:
• TRUST – We earn and protect the trust of our customers, employees and investors through an enduring foundation of respect, fairness, credibility and honoring our commitments, always.
• INCLUSION – We are an inclusive, diverse and talented workforce with a passion for mission success, intellectual capital, creativity and integrity. Our high ethical standards and investment in our people build confidence with our customers.
• QUALITY– We deliver exceptional quality to customers through differentiated technology solutions and an uncompromising focus on excellence, value and innovation.
5,000 to 9,999 employees
https://www.mantech.com/about