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CNO Developer

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Compensation
No compensation found
Location
Annapolis Junction, MD
Work Authorization
US work authorization required

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

TS/SCI clearanceBachelor's degree

Job overview

ManTech is hiring a CNO Developer. ManTech is seeking a motivated CNO Developer to join their team in Annapolis Junction, MD. This role involves developing custom cyberspace capabilities, writing and maintaining code for operational tools, and collaborating with vulnerability researchers. The developer will also conduct testing, refactor legacy capabilities, and document functionality for operators.

Key focus areas include Develop custom cyberspace capabilities based on operational requirements and vulnerability research findings, Write, test, and maintain code for operational tools, exploits, post-exploitation frameworks, and automation systems, and Implement operational security (OPSEC) controls in capability design including anti-analysis, evasion, and attribution management.

Successful candidates bring Bachelor's Degree, Active TS/SCI with Polygraph, and U.S. Citizenship. Important skills include C, C++, Rust, Go, Python, and PowerShell. Preferred (not required): Windows Target Environments, Linux Target Environments, Exploitation Techniques, and Post-Exploitation Workflows.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

CC++RustGoPythonPowerShellBashOperational Security ConsiderationsEvasionAnti-ForensicsAttributionCommunicationWindows Target EnvironmentsLinux Target EnvironmentsExploitation TechniquesPost-Exploitation WorkflowsmacOSiOSAndroidEmbedded PlatformsContainerizationDockerEncryption ProtocolsCryptographic ImplementationsCross-Platform DevelopmentCMakeMake

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree and 4+ Years Experience or High School and 8+ Years Experience or Associate's and 6+ Years Experience or Master's and 2+ Years Experience or PhD and 0+ Years Experience3+ Years Software Development ExperienceTS/SCI With PolygraphU.S. CitizenBachelor's in Computer ScienceBachelor's in Software EngineeringBachelor's in Related Technical Field or Equivalent ExperiencePrevious Work Supporting CNO / OC Missions

Full job description

MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented CNO Developer to join our team in Annapolis Junction, MD.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Develop custom cyberspace capabilities based on operational requirements and vulnerability research findings

  • Write, test, and maintain code for operational tools, exploits, post-exploitation frameworks, and automation systems, implementing operational security (OPSEC) controls in capability design including anti-analysis, evasion, and attribution management

  • Collaborate with vulnerability researchers to weaponize discovered vulnerabilities into operational capabilities and integrate capabilities with existing operational infrastructure, data pipelines, and deployment systems

  • Conduct unit testing, integration testing, and operational validation of developed capabilities and work with infrastructure developers to ensure capabilities deploy reliably across cloud and traditional environments

  • Refactor and maintain legacy capabilities to address target environment changes and operational feedback

  • Document capability functionality, usage, limitations, and OPSEC considerations for operators

  • Participate in operational readiness exercises and capability demonstrations

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree and 4+yrs experience OR High School and 8+ yrs experience OR Associates and 6+ yrs OR experience OR Master's and 2+ yrs experience OR PhD and 0+ yrs of progressively responsible experience.

  • 3+ years software development experience, preferably in offensive / defensive cyberspace operations

  • Proficiency in compiled languages (C, C++, Rust, or Go)

  • Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, PowerShell, Bash)

  • Familiarity with operational security considerations in capability development (evasion, anti-forensics, attribution)

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Demonstrated experience developing capabilities for Windows and Linux target environments

  • Understanding of exploitation techniques and post-exploitation workflows

  • Experience developing capabilities for MacOS, mobile (iOS, Android), or embedded platforms

  • Knowledge of containerization and capability packaging (Docker)

  • Understanding of encryption protocols and cryptographic implementations

  • Experience with cross-platform development and build systems (CMake, Makefile)

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical field (or equivalent experience). Previous work supporting CNO / OC missions

Clearance Requirements:

  • An active TS/SCI with Polygraph is required.

  • Must be a U.S. citizen.

Physical Requirements:

  • Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.

  • Needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets and office machinery.

  • Frequently communicates with co-workers, management, and customers, which may involve delivering presentations.

  • Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.

MANTECH International Corporation 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 [email protected] and provide your name and contact information.

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