CNO Software Engineer
ManTechAbout the role
Secure our Nation, Ignite your Future
This position is officially titled: CNO Developer. At ManTech, a Computer Network Operations (CNO) Developer designs and develops technologies to defend, attack and exploit computer networks. This esteemed position supports a critical national security program held by ManTech for over 15 years. If you have an interest in using your software development skills to make an impact in the realm of Offensive Cybersecurity, this is the position for you.
ManTech International Corporation, founded in 1968, is a leading company in offensive and defensive cybersecurity, dedicated to securing the future and protecting national security. Our team of elite cyber software engineers works on challenging problems and develops innovative solutions. We prioritize employee well-being by offering excellent benefits, flexible schedules, and numerous opportunities for career advancement.
Currently considering multiple career levels including Entry-Level/Junior, Mid-Level, Team Lead, Senior, and Principal. The office locations available are Hanover, Maryland, Aurora, Colorado, and San Antonio, Texas.
Required Qualifications:
• Active/current TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance (Intelligence Agency)
• Proficiency with one (or more) of the following programming languages: Python, C++, C, or Assembly
• Desire to work in a hands-on, coding-heavy role where the primary focus is to design and develop new bleeding edge software
• Able/willing to work on-site from one of the following secure office locations: Hanover, Maryland, Aurora, Colorado, San Antonio, Texas
Desired Qualifications:
• B.S. or M.S. degree in Computer Science
• Possess interests in Low-Level Programming, Hacking, Reverse Engineering, Capability/Tool Development, Embedded Development, Security Research, Penetration Testing, and Networking
Willingness to Learn and/or Experience Areas:
• Troubleshooting and debugging
• Networking (TCP/IP) and socket level programming
• Low-level internals in one or more technology areas (e.g. Windows, Unix, Mobile, Network devices)
• Assembly programming concepts (x86)
• Unit Tests
• Atlassian products (JIRA, Confluence, Crucible)
• Penetration testing and analysis
• Computer forensic analysis and data recovery
• Computer intrusion detection and analysis
• Computer incident response
• Reverse Engineering (Ghidra, IDA Pro, Binary Ninja)
Position Benefits:
• Choose-your-own work schedule (whether it's staggered shifts, four 10 hour days, early mornings, evenings, nights, etc.)
• Compensation for any and all hours worked (total time accounting)
• Enhanced health benefits package (individual medical premiums are fully paid)
• ManTech yearly HSA contribution
• Up to 8% 401k match
• Up to 25 days PTO plus 10 holidays for 35 days off in total (and the ability to bank holidays for additional PTO)
• Ability to sell back your PTO for a payout/bonus
• PTO carryover of up to 240 hours
• Eligibility for annual program bonus
• Parental leave
• Training and conference opportunities including the industry’s leading cyber development course - ManTech's Advanced Cyber Training Program (ACTP)
• Tuition assistance (select BS/MS programs are fully paid)
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The projected compensation range for this position is $122,600-$204,200. There are differentiating factors that can impact a final salary/hourly rate, including, but not limited to, Contract Wage Determination, relevant work experience, skills and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location (For Remote Opportunities), education and certifications as well as Federal Government Contract Labor categories. In addition, ManTech invests in it’s employees beyond just compensation. ManTech’s benefits offerings include, dependent upon position, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, Short Term and Long Term Disability, Retirement and Savings, Learning and Development opportunities, wellness programs as well as other optional benefit elections.For all positions requiring access to technology/software source code that is subject
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