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# CNO Capability Developer (Linux)

- **Company:** Markesman Group
- **Location:** Fort Meade, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** JavaScript (Programming Language), Bash Shell, C++ (Programming Language), Linux, IT Management, Intelligence Analysis, Python (Programming Language), Linux System Administration, Network Protocols, Ruby, Software Engineering, Wireshark, Scripting, Integrated Service Routers, Computer Network Operations, Git, Software Version Control, Vulnerability Analysis, Golang
- **Published:** July 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9012243/cno-capability-developer-linux

## About the Role

* 3+ years of software development experience (C/C++, Golang, JavaScript, Python, or Ruby)
 * 3+ years of embedded hardware/software development
 * Experience with vulnerability analysis and exploitation
 * Experience analyzing network protocols
 * Experience working in Linux environments
 * Experience using Git
 * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
 * TS/SCI with CI Polygraph
 * Bachelor's Degree

## Description

The CNO Software Engineer develops and engineers computer network operations capabilities in support of national security missions. This role focuses on exploitation development, working on complex technical challenges within a specialized team environment.

What You'll Do

 * Develop CNO capabilities using C/C++, Golang, JavaScript, Python, or Ruby
 * Support embedded hardware and software development efforts
 * Conduct vulnerability analysis and apply exploitation techniques
 * Analyze and interpret network protocols using tools such as Wireshark or tshark
 * Develop and maintain solutions in Linux-based environments
 * Use Git and other version control systems to manage code
 * Apply scripting (Python, Ruby, Bash) to automate tasks and support development
 * Contribute to engineering solutions addressing technical security challenges


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