Firmware CNO Developer

Tiber Technologies; Maryland; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Tiber Technologies is seeking a Firmware CNO Developer to advance low-level firmware, reverse engineering, and cyber capability development. Active clearance with a polygraph is required, and U.S. citizenship is mandatory. Bachelor’s degree in CS, engineering, or related field is required.

The role emphasizes firmware analysis, cross-architecture reverse engineering, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver secure, reliable firmware solutions across services and networks.

Qualifications

• Design, develop, and maintain CNO capabilities for firmware-based systems.
• Perform reverse engineering on firmware across multiple architectures.
• Support the development and enhancement of existing cyber capabilities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure solutions meet operational requirements.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize firmware-related software for reliability and performance.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain CNO capabilities for firmware-based systems.
• Perform reverse engineering on firmware across multiple architectures.
• Support the development and enhancement of existing cyber capabilities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure solutions meet operational and technical requirements.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize firmware-related software for reliability and performance.

Skills

C programming

Reverse engineering

Firmware development

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/Engineering

Job description

When You Love the Work You Do, Any Mission Is Possible

Position: Firmware CNO Developer

*** (Active Clearance with a Polygraph is Required)

We’re on multiple contracts and have many opportunities. It is encouraged if applicants don’t meet all the technical requirements to still apply.

Join Our Team:

At Tiber, we believe our people are our greatest investment. We are committed to creating an environment where employees can grow, contribute, and build meaningful careers. From professional development opportunities and mentorship to access to the tools and resources needed to succeed, we support our team members at every stage of their journey.

Our success is driven by the diverse skills, experiences, and perspectives each person brings to the team. We foster a collaborative culture built on teamwork, innovation, and shared goals — where ideas are valued, contributions are recognized, and everyone has the opportunity to make an impact.

When you join Tiber, you become part of a team that values excellence, continuous improvement, and the people behind the mission.

Position Description:

We are seeking CNO Developer specializing in firmware to join our team, supporting the development and enhancement of both new and existing cyber capabilities. This role emphasizes low-level software development, reverse engineering, and firmware analysis across diverse architectures. The ideal candidate will have deep proficiency in C programming and hands‑on experience with reverse engineering techniques, contributing to cyber operations.

Desired Skills:

• Design, develop, and maintain CNO capabilities for firmware-based systems.
• Perform reverse engineering on firmware across multiple architectures.
• Support the development and enhancement of existing cyber capabilities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure solutions meet operational and technical requirements.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize firmware-related software for reliability and performance.
• Strong proficiency in C programming.
• Experience performing reverse engineering on diverse hardware and software architectures.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with vulnerability research.
• Experience analyzing or developing firmware for embedded systems or network devices.
• Familiarity with low-level hardware interactions and firmware development environments.

Requirements:

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must hold an active clearance with a Polygraph
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or related field

Physical Requirements:

• This position involves sedentary work with physical requirements expected for at least 50% of the time. Essential functions include prolonged periods of sitting, standing, walking, and talking.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

External Referrals

Do you know a cleared professional looking to advance their career? Want to earn some extra cash? Refer them to us by sending their name and contact information, and you may be eligible for a referral bonus of up to $10,000 for each successful hire.

Don’t see the right opportunity listed right now? Feel free to reach out—our team will keep you informed as new contracts and positions become available.

Send referrals and inquiries to: [e-mail]

EEO Employer:

Tiber Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. All employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs and apply to all aspects of employment, including recruiting, hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, training, and termination.