Senior Reverse Engineer / CNO Engineer

Senior Reverse Engineer / CNO Engineer

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

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Reverse Engineer / Software Engineer to support the analysis, development, integration, testing, and sustainment of software solutions for network-connected systems and devices. The successful candidate will leverage expertise in reverse engineering, low-level software development, and network communications to design and implement technical solutions that address complex operational requirements.

This position requires close collaboration with engineers, analysts, data specialists, and other technical stakeholders throughout the software development lifecycle. The selected candidate will contribute to system analysis, requirements development, prototyping, testing, deployment, and ongoing support activities.

Key Responsibilities

Required Qualifications

Education and Experience

• 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.

Technical Qualifications

• 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 analysis tools.
• Experience developing and modifying software applications 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 project management and collaboration tools such as Jira and Confluence.
• Experience supporting operational software environments and production systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• 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
  • JavaScript
  • Bash
  • PowerShell
  • 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 distributed systems and operational software platforms.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to evaluate complex software systems and identify root causes of technical issues.
• Strong understanding of operating systems, computer architecture, networking, and software engineering principles.
• Experience developing test plans, validating software functionality, and ensuring software quality.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary technical teams.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality technical solutions.

Benefits

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 pre-tax money to an HSA account. Employer contributes 50% of the annual deductible (prorated to start date).

• Dental and Vision
  Employer pays 100% of the monthly premium for the employee and 80% for dependents.

• Life Insurance
  100% company-paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) coverage offered to all full-time employees.

• Short-Term Disability
  100% company-paid short-term disability. This benefit pays out 60% of earnings, with a $1,500 maximum for up to 12 weeks.

• Retirement Plan
  Automatic 6% of salary contributed to the company 401(k) plan, fully vested. Employee match encouraged but not required.

• Paid Time Off (PTO) & Holidays
  5–6 weeks of PTO based on tenure with the company, in addition to 11 paid holidays.

• Tuition Reimbursement
  $5,000 annually for courses directly related to job role and responsibilities.

• Training Reimbursement
  Paid training, certification courses, and conferences to support employee career growth.

We do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.