CNO Developer

Navstar Inc; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 150,000 - 275,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401K match

PTO and holidays

Life insurance

Professional development

Job summary

Navstar Inc is seeking a mission-driven CNO Developer to join our CNO team supporting national security missions. You will design and deliver low-level software tools, reverse engineer capabilities, and work with top talent in a collaborative environment on mission-critical programs.

The role requires active TS/SCI with Polygraph and strong Python or C/C++ skills, plus experience with networking, debugging, and secure coding practices.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph required.
• Full lifecycle software development experience.
• Strong Python or C/C++ and TCP/IP networking skills.
• Ability to design/implement low-level tools and document tests.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver CNO capabilities, tools, and applications.
• Contribute to full software lifecycle including testing and debugging.
• Troubleshoot and debug complex low-level software systems.
• Collaborate with engineers and mission partners to ensure performance and security.

Skills

CNO development

Python or C/C++

Networking TCP/IP

Reverse engineering

Software debugging

Documentation/testing

Collaboration

Security standards

Education

Bachelor's degree in tech field

Master’s degree in relevant discipline

PhD in relevant discipline

High school diploma + 8+ years experience

Tools

JIRA

Confluence

Crucible

Job description

Would you like to perform rewarding work while contributing to the success of an established, growing company? Navstar is an award-winning organization that has a proven track record of successfully providing IT services and solutions both as a prime and sub-contractor on mission-focused IT programs. Our employees are integral players in support of mission-critical programs focused on our National Security.

Role Description:

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.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• 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
• 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 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

Desired Skills and Qualifications:

• 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

Pay Rate:

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.

About Navstar

For 20 years Navstar has provided high-quality Innovative Technology Services and Solutions throughout the Intelligence Community. We would not have achieved the success we have without the best AllStar team; this is not just a place to work, Navstar is a community. At Navstar everything we do revolves around listening to both our customers and employees, delivering the results they expect, and being a trusted partner as both a prime and subcontractor. We have a proven track record of successfully providing innovative technology services and solutions on highly mission-focused programs; all while enjoying what we do at the same time. Security is our priority; together, we will make the nation a safer place.

Benefits at Navstar

• 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.