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# Software / CNO Developer (Senior Software Developer; Systems Sof

- **Company:** Avid Technology Professionals, LLC
- **Location:** Columbia, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Microsoft Windows, Artificial Intelligence, Systems Engineering, C++ (Programming Language), Cloud Computing, Cyber Security, Linux, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Reverse Engineering, Software Engineering, Scripting, Vulnerability Analysis
- **Published:** July 7, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9014480/software-cno-developer-senior-software-developer-systems-sof

## About the Role

Software / CNO Developer (Senior Software Developer; Systems Software)

Columbia, MD

Active TS/SCI + Polygraph

C/C++, Python experience

Assembly experience (any platform/processor)

Qualifications - Degree from an accredited college or university in System Engineering or related discipline and one of the following: - 10+ years of experience with a Master's degree - 12+ years of experience with a Bachelor's degree - 16+ years of experience with Associate's Degree or HS Diploma

Desired:

Software Development, Reverse Engineering, Vulnerability Analysis

Cyber Security, AI/ML, cloud computing, full-stack development

Languages: C/C++, Java, Python, scripting languages, Assembly

Platforms: Linux, Windows, Mobile

Assembly: x86, ARM, MIPS

CySA+, or GICSP, or GSEC, or SSCP (DoD 8570/8140 IAT level II certification)



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