Junior CNO Developer
Nightwing· Defense & Intelligence Services· Feb 17, 2026 · 8mo agoPosted 252 days ago
Annapolis Junction, MD
In office
Full-time
Junior
$64K–$128K
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Job description
Nightwing provides technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence mission support services to meet our customers’ most demanding challenges. Our capabilities include cyber space operations, cyber defense and resiliency, vulnerability research, ubiquitous technical surveillance, data intelligence, lifecycle mission enablement, and software modernization. Nightwing brings disruptive technologies, agility, and competitive offerings to customers in the intelligence community, defense, civil, and commercial markets.
Position Overview:
The candidate will support a team of developers in prototyping, developing, testing, and maintaining CNO capabilities to meet mission requirements. They will contribute to tool development efforts while learning advanced techniques in offensive cyber operations.
Clearance :
TS/SCI FSP CI Poly within 5 years
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor s degree or four (4) years’ experience in relevant field
Minimum one (1) year experience programming in Assembly, C, C , Java, Perl, and/or Python
Minimum one (1) year experience developing in one (1) or more of the following: Windows applications using Visual Studio or .NET environments: UNIX applications using make files or comparable build environments; mission-applicable platforms
Specialized Qualifications:
Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, C/C , and/or Assembly, along with scripting languages (e.g., Bash, PowerShell)
High-level understanding of operating systems internals
Knowledge of modern encryption protocols, defense evasion strategies, and network interception
Understanding of network protocols and sockets, common CNO techniques, exploitation mitigations such as DEP and ASLR, and modern software engineering concepts
Experience with reverse engineering frameworks (e.g., IDA Pro, Ghidra, OllyDbg) and disassemblers/debuggers
Experience with project management best practices such as Scrum and Kanban methodologies
Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) along with understanding of basic configuration management principles
The salary associated with this position $64,000-$128,000 i s commensurate with the selected candidate’s qualifications, years of relevant experience, and demonstrated level of expertise. Compensation will be determined based on these factors to ensure alignment with skills, responsibilities, and market standards.
Nightwing offers medical, vision and dental insurance coverage in addition to a 401k plan, PTO, Holidays, and additional insurances.
At Nightwing, we value collaboration and teamwork. You’ll have the opportunity to work alongside talented individuals who are passionate about what they do. Together, we’ll leverage our collective expertise to drive innovation, solve complex problems, and deliver exceptional results for our clients.
Thank you for considering joining us as we embark on this new journey and shape the future of cybersecurity and intelligence together as part of the Nightwing team.
Nightwing is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.
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