> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/1103839-senior-cno-developer-onsite](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/1103839-senior-cno-developer-onsite). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md).

---

# Senior CNO Developer (Onsite)

- **Company:** NIGHTWING LLC
- **Location:** Annapolis, MD, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $99,000.0 - $206,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C (Programming Language), Java (Programming Language), .NET Framework, Microsoft Windows, Agile Methodology, Bash Shell, Unix, C++ (Programming Language), Network Sockets, Configuration Management, Computer Programming, Software Debugging, Perl (Programming Language), Cryptographic Protocols, Intrusion Detection Systems, Python (Programming Language), Microsoft Visual Studio, OllyDBg, Windows PowerShell, Reverse Engineering, Software Engineering, Scripting, Git, Build Management, IDA Pro, Software Version Control
- **Published:** June 30, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9002518/senior-cno-developer-onsite

## About the Role

* Bachelor's Degree and (9) years of experience OR Master's degree with (7) years of experience.
 * Minimum eight (8) years of experience programming in Assembly, C, C++, Java, Perl, and/or Python
 * Minimum seven (7) years of 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
 * Minimum six (6) years of experience with programming CNO tools and techniques
 * Minimum five (5) years of experience managing and supervising teams in support of Government CNO capability development
 * Minimum five (5) years of experience programming CNO tools for the US Government
 * Minimum four (4) years of experience programming techniques to evade host and/or network-based IDS
 * Minimum four (4) years' experience in network sockets programming and application-level protocols
 * Place of Performance - MD, FL, SC, TX, Remote

Specialized Qualifications:

 * Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, C/C++, and/or Assembly, along with scripting languages (e.g., Bash, PowerShell)
 * Deep understanding of operating systems internals and kernel-level programming
 * Expertise in exploitation techniques, including buffer overflows, heap spraying, privilege escalation, and more
 * 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

## Description

The candidate will take a leading role in designing, developing, testing, and maintaining advanced CNO capabilities to fulfill high-priority mission requirements. They will contribute technical expertise, provide mentorship to junior team members, and ensure tools are ready for operational success.


## Related Videos

- [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94)
- [WeAreDevelopers LIVE - Node and Package Security](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2138-wearedevelopers-live-node-and-package-security)
- [Why Your Best Mediors Never Become Seniors (And How to Fix It)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2108-why-your-best-mediors-never-become-seniors-and-how-to-fix-it)
- [Git for Code Reviews](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/429-git-for-code-reviews)
- [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers)
- [The Time Paradox: Building Timezone-Safe Python/Django Applications](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1915-the-time-paradox-building-timezone-safe-python-django-applications)

## Related Articles

- [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer)
- [9 Ways to Make Money Hacking](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/333-9-ways-to-make-money-hacking)
- [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated)
- [Dev Digest 134 - Where pixels sing?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/477-dev-digest-134-where-pixels-sing)
- [7 Important Tips That Every Software Developer Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/101-7-important-tips-that-every-software-developer-should-know)
- [The 10 C++ programming questions to expect in an interview](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/50-the-10-c-programming-questions-to-expect-in-an-interview)