CNO Programmer — Offensive Cyber Ops Engineer

Bigbear.ai; Corridor North (MD); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

BigBear.ai is seeking a skilled CNO Programmer to prototype, develop, test, and maintain cutting-edge Computer Network Operations capabilities in support of national security missions.

The role involves reverse engineering hardware and software, documenting findings, and delivering hands-on demonstrations. Requires TS/SCI with Poly, a relevant degree or equivalent experience, and strong programming in Python, C/C++, Assembly, or Java.

Qualifications

• Clearance: Active TS/SCI with Poly (required).
• Education: Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; OR four (4) years of directly related experience.
• Programming Experience: Windows applications using Visual Studio or .NET; UNIX applications using make files or comparable build environments; Mission-applicable platforms.
• Proficiency in Assembly, C, C++, Java, Perl, and/or Python.
• Experience developing in one or more of the following environments.

Responsibilities

• Prototype & Develop: Design, develop, test, and maintain CNO capabilities to meet mission requirements for offensive cyber operations.
• Reverse Engineer: Analyze hardware components, software applications, and operating systems to uncover their functionality, code structure, and circuit design.
• Create Documentation: Author insightful documentation and deliver impactful reports on your findings.
• Develop Proof-of-Concept Code: Build innovative proof-of-concept code, prototypes, and hands-on demonstrations to showcase your research results.
• Present Your Findings: Author and participate in technical presentations on assigned projects, communicating complex concepts clearly and effectively to diverse audiences.
• Contribute to Tool Development: Plan, organize, and contribute to tool development efforts, utilizing and developing advanced techniques in offensive cyber operations.
• Collaborate Across Teams: Work closely with engineers, researchers, and stakeholders to deliver robust, innovative solutions that meet mission needs.

Skills

Python

C/C++

Assembly

Java

Perl

PowerShell

Bash

Git

Reverse engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree or 4 years of directly related experience

Tools

IDA Pro

Ghidra

OllyDbg

Visual Studio

Makefiles

Job description

BigBear.ai is seeking a skilled CNO Programmer to prototype, develop, test, and maintain cutting-edge Computer Network Operations capabilities in support of national security missions.

The role involves reverse engineering hardware and software, documenting findings, and delivering hands-on demonstrations. Requires TS/SCI with Poly, a relevant degree or equivalent experience, and strong programming in Python, C/C++, Assembly, or Java.