Reverse Engineer / CNO Engineer

Staffed4U • Annapolis Junction, MD

5d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Reverse Engineer / Software Engineer to support the analysis, development, integration, and sustainment of software solutions for complex networked systems and devices. The successful candidate will work within a multidisciplinary technical team to evaluate system behavior, develop prototypes, and create operational software tools that address challenging technical requirements. This position requires expertise in reverse engineering, low-level software development, network communications, and system analysis. The selected candidate will collaborate with engineers, analysts, and other technical stakeholders to develop innovative solutions for evolving operational needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Cybersecurity, or a related technical discipline and twelve (12) years of relevant experience; OR Master's degree in a related technical discipline and ten (10) years of relevant experience; OR Four (4) additional years of directly related software engineering experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree.
• Experience working with Unix or Linux-based operating systems.
• Experience reverse engineering Linux-based systems, software, or network-connected devices.
• Strong understanding of networking concepts and protocols, including TCP/IP.
• Experience analyzing network traffic using tools such as Wireshark or similar protocol analyzers.
• Experience developing software using: C, C++, Python, Assembly Language
• Experience supporting, troubleshooting, and maintaining deployed software systems.
• Experience using version control systems such as Git and Subversion.
• Experience utilizing collaboration and project management tools such as Jira and Confluence.

Nice To Haves

• Experience reverse engineering Windows-based or embedded systems, including real-time operating systems (RTOS).
• Experience developing software using one or more of the following: Java, JavaScript, Bash, PowerShell, Perl, C#, Rust
• Experience developing software for Linux, Windows, or embedded computing environments.
• Experience with vulnerability analysis, software security assessment, or exploit mitigation techniques.
• Knowledge of data collection, processing, and analysis systems.
• Experience supporting complex operational software platforms and distributed systems.
• Familiarity with software security principles and secure development practices.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and reverse engineer software and firmware on network-connected systems and devices.
• Design, develop, modify, and maintain software applications and technical toolsets.
• Enhance and extend existing software capabilities and frameworks.
• Gather, document, and analyze technical requirements.
• Develop prototypes and proof-of-concept solutions to validate technical approaches.
• Design and implement production-ready software solutions.
• Troubleshoot, maintain, and support deployed software systems.
• Collaborate with technical teams to evaluate system functionality and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Prepare technical documentation, reports, and implementation guidance.
• Support integration, testing, and deployment activities.

Benefits

• Medical: Employer pays 100% of the monthly premium for the employee and 80% for the employee’s dependents.
• Health Savings Account (HSA): Employer contributes 50% of the annual deductible (prorated to start date).
• Dental and Vision: Employer pays 100% of the monthly premium for the employee and 80% for dependents.
• Life Insurance: 100% company-paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) coverage offered to all full-time employees.
• Short-Term Disability: 100% company-paid short-term disability. This benefit pays out 60% of earnings, with a $1,500 maximum for up to 12 weeks.
• Retirement Plan: Automatic 6% of salary contributed to the company 401(k) plan, fully vested.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & Holidays: 5–6 weeks of PTO based on tenure with the company, in addition to 11 paid holidays.
• Tuition Reimbursement: $5,000 annually for courses directly related to job role and responsibilities.
• Training Reimbursement: Paid training, certification courses, and conferences to support employee career growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior