Linux CNO Developer

Markesman Group•Fort Meade, MD

About The Position

This role involves designing, developing, testing, and maintaining Linux-based software capabilities for Computer Network Operations (CNO) missions. The developer will primarily use C/C++ and Python in Linux environments, focusing on low-level operating system functionalities, networking, and system interfaces. The position requires developing and integrating software that interacts with network protocols and operating systems, debugging complex issues, and conducting technical research to meet mission requirements. The developer will also be involved in prototyping, transitioning capabilities to operational support, and collaborating with various technical teams throughout the development lifecycle, including code reviews, configuration management, testing, documentation, and release activities. Support for existing CNO capabilities through troubleshooting and updates is also a key part of the role.

Requirements

Experience developing software in Linux environments.
Strong development experience with C and/or C++.
Experience with Python, Bash, or other scripting languages.
Understanding of Linux operating system concepts, including processes, memory management, file systems, permissions, and networking.
Knowledge of TCP/IP, network protocols, sockets, and client/server communications.
Experience debugging software using tools such as GDB or similar development tools.
Experience with Git or other software configuration management tools.
Ability to analyze complex technical problems and develop effective software solutions.
Ability to work independently as well as within a collaborative technical team.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, test, and maintain Linux-based software capabilities supporting Computer Network Operations (CNO) missions.
Develop software primarily in C/C++ and Python for Linux environments.
Work with low-level Linux functionality, operating system internals, networking, processes, memory, and system interfaces.
Develop and integrate software capabilities that interact with network protocols, operating systems, and target environments.
Debug and troubleshoot complex software issues using standard Linux development and diagnostic tools.
Perform software analysis, testing, and technical research to identify potential solutions to mission requirements.
Develop prototypes and transition successful capabilities into operationally supportable software.
Collaborate with vulnerability researchers, reverse engineers, analysts, and other software developers throughout the development lifecycle.
Participate in code reviews, configuration management, testing, documentation, and software release activities.
Support existing CNO capabilities through troubleshooting, enhancements, and technical updates.