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Senior Computer Network Operations (CNO) Vulnerability Researcher
ManTechFort Meade, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 16 Jul 2026
💰 $190,200/yr($114,600/yr – $190,200/yr)
About the role
General information
Requisition #
R69235
Locations
USA-MD-Fort Meade
Posting Date
07/15/2026
Security Clearance Required
TS/SCI w/ Poly
Remote Type
Hybrid
Time Type
Full time
Description & Requirements
Unlock the secrets of intelligence with MANTECH! Join a dynamic team at the forefront of national security, providing advanced solutions to government intelligence agencies. Since 1968, we’ve been solving the toughest challenges with groundbreaking tech. Explore thrilling projects in Digital Transformation, Cybersecurity, IT, Data Analytics and Software Development. Elevate your career and make a difference. Your adventure begins now—unleash your potential with MANTECH!
MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Senior Computer Network Operations (CNO) Vulnerability Researcher to join our team in Fort Meade, MD.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Research and discover software vulnerabilities.
- Reverse engineer software for security mechanism bypasses and perform as the team lead on projects, if/when needed.
- Manage the design, development, documentation, testing, and debugging of user land and kernel software and systems.
- Research and maintain proficiency in tools, techniques, countermeasures, and trends in computer network vulnerabilities, static and dynamic program analysis, network security, and encryption.
- Communicate statuses with leadership and supervise and mentor subordinate project and ICON Innovation Collaborative (IIC) staff.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree and 9+ years of experience OR High School Diploma/GED and 13+ years of experience OR Associate’s degree and 11+ years of experience OR Master’s Degree and 7+ years, OR a PhD with 5+ years of progressively responsible experience.
- Proficiency in Python, C/C++ or Assembly (x86/x64) programming
- Experience in reverse engineering and common security research tools (e.g., IdaPro, Ghidra, Radare, Binary Ninja, SysInternals), GDB, WinDBG, etc.).
- CNO capability development experience.
- Proficiency in low-level internals in one or more technology areas (e.g., Windows, Linux, Mobile).
- Troubleshooting / debugging experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Degree in IT-related discipline.
- 5+ years of position-specific relevant experience.
- Strong ability to operate within advanced technical environments.
- 3+ years experience with cybersecurity, computer networking, or cyberspace operations.
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 s
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