CNO Engineer: Secure Mobile & Wireless Systems (TS/SCI)

Socket.dev; Maryland; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking a CNO Engineer to design, develop, and deploy software for mobile and embedded systems supporting national security initiatives. You will work on secure, mission-ready solutions, collaborating with cybersecurity and CNO specialists in a fast‑paced environment.

The role emphasizes reverse engineering, vulnerability analysis, and integration of Wi‑Fi/Bluetooth features, with a TS/SCI clearance and eligibility to work in the United States.

Qualifications

• Experience in C for mobile or embedded targets.
• 3+ years developing cybersecurity or CNO software.
• Proficiency in reverse engineering and vulnerability analysis.
• Familiarity with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth technologies.
• Strong knowledge of secure software development practices.
• Active TS/SCI clearance with Full Scope Polygraph.
• Eligible to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize complex software systems using C and related technologies.
• Engineer and integrate advanced features focused on Wi-Fi and Bluetooth communication protocols.
• Conduct reverse engineering and vulnerability analysis to enhance system resilience and mission effectiveness.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity and CNO specialists to design secure, mission-ready software solutions.
• Participate in code reviews, documentation, and continuous integration activities to ensure high-quality deliverables.
• Contribute to research and prototyping efforts for next-generation mobile and embedded systems.

Skills

C for mobile/embedded

Cybersecurity software

Reverse engineering

Wi-Fi / Bluetooth

Secure SDLC

US work eligibility

TS/SCI clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering

Job description

Socket.dev is seeking a CNO Engineer to design, develop, and deploy software for mobile and embedded systems supporting national security initiatives. You will work on secure, mission-ready solutions, collaborating with cybersecurity and CNO specialists in a fast‑paced environment.

The role emphasizes reverse engineering, vulnerability analysis, and integration of Wi‑Fi/Bluetooth features, with a TS/SCI clearance and eligibility to work in the United States.