Network Device Reverse Engineer

Bitwise • Columbia, MD

6h

About The Position

As a Network Device Reverse Engineer (CNO Focus), you will analyze, reverse engineer, and develop capabilities targeting network-based systems and embedded devices in support of mission operations. You will work alongside operators, analysts, and other engineers to understand mission needs and build solutions that operate within real-world constraints. This role focuses on low-level system analysis, protocol understanding, and development of tooling that interacts directly with network infrastructure and embedded platforms. You will be expected to operate independently, prototype quickly, and deliver production-ready solutions in dynamic environments.

Requirements

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph.
• Experience working in UNIX/Linux environments
• Strong understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, routing, switching, packet analysis)
• Experience analyzing binaries or embedded systems
• Proficiency in at least one systems programming language (C/C++, Rust, etc.)
• Familiarity with scripting languages such as Python
• Experience using version control systems such as Git
• Ability to work independently in mission-driven environments

Nice To Haves

• Prior CNO experience.
• Familiarity with Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain an active TS/SCI with Polygraph. Candidates without a current clearance will not be considered.
• Reverse engineer Linux-based network devices, firmware, and embedded systems
• Analyze network protocols and traffic to understand device behavior and communication patterns
• Develop and modify software in C, C++, Python, or similar languages
• Prototype and deliver deployable toolsets that meet mission constraints
• Troubleshoot and support fielded software systems
• Derive and document technical requirements based on mission needs
• Test and oversee testing of developed capabilities
• Collaborate closely with analysts and operators to refine solutions

Benefits

• Top salaries because we're top performers
• Pick your PTO – Everyone values time and money differently, so we give you the flexibility to choose between 3 and 5 weeks of PTO with a corresponding adjustment to your pay. Your choice, your balance.
• All 11 federal holidays, paid!
• Up to 2 snow days, paid!
• We’ll quadruple (4x!) the first 6% you contribute to your 401(k), giving you up to a 24% company match. Contributing less than 6%? Unclaimed matches come right back to you as extra income, giving you a guaranteed 24% that goes to your retirement, to your paycheck, or both. C’mon now!
• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances. That’s a lot. Already covered on health insurance? No problem – we’ll trade you this benefit for a boost to your salary instead.
• $5,250 annual education assistance for training, certifications, tuition, and even student loan repayments.
• Spot bonuses for obtained certifications, customer recognition, and just about anything else that makes us go "Hot damn!". We hope to say that many times about you.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed