Independent Software

Specialized CNO Developer, Level 4

Software Development - Annapolis Junction, MD - Full Time

What you will be doing!
As a Specialized CNO Developer, Level 4, the candidate will play a critical role in supporting the team's overall objectives by designing, developing, testing, and maintaining CNO (Computer Network Operations) capabilities that align with the customer’s mission requirements. 

Job Description / Requirements: 

  • Experience with designing and writing code in C, C++, or similar with a focus on implementing SSL/TLS protocols,
  • Expertise in analyzing and securing SSL/TLS protocols,
  • Proficiency in analyzing network traffic using tools like Wireshark, tcpdump, or custom scripts,
  • Understanding of advanced cryptographic attacks and knowledge of secure coding practices to prevent vulnerabilities (e.g., SSL stripping, man-in-the-middle attacks),
  • Solid understanding of network security concepts, including firewalls, VPNs, IDSs, IPSs, and protocols like HTTPS, SSH, and TCP/IP,
  • Experience with project management best practices such as Scrum and Kanban methodologies, and
  • Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and understanding basic configuration management principles.
Education and Experience:
  • A minimum of sixteen (16) years of experience in a relevant field, or a Bachelor's Degree plus twelve (12) years of experience, a Master's Degree plus ten (10) years of experience, or a PhD plus eight (8) years of experience.
  • At least twelve (12) years of experience programming in Assembly, C, C++, Java, Perl, and/or Python
  • A minimum of ten (10) years of experience programming CNO tools.
  • At least five (5) years of experience leading, managing, and/or supervising teams in support of CNO capability development.
  • A minimum of four (4) years of experience in network socket programming and application-level protocols.

Clearance Required:   Must possess an active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph security clearance to be considered for this role
Independent Software is an Equal Opportunity Employer EOE, M/F/D/V.

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