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# Cleared Senior Windows CNO Developer & Analyst

- **Company:** Yellow Duck Technologies Inc.
- **Location:** Annapolis Junction, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, C++ (Programming Language), Configuration Management, Software Debugging, Payment Systems, Python (Programming Language), Network Protocols, Scrum Methodology, Reverse Engineering, Software Engineering, WinDBg, Software Security, Operating System Security, Scalable Processor Architecture, Software Version Control
- **Published:** July 27, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=0694a16662acf212

## About the Role

Yellow Duck Technologies is seeking a Senior Windows Reverse Engineer & CNO Developer with 12+ years of experience in low-level software analysis, reverse engineering, and exploit development. The ideal candidate will have extensive expertise in C++ and Python development, experience reading and writing assembly (x86/x64, ARM, PPC, MIPS, SPARC, or others), and proficiency with debugging tools such as WinDbg. This role requires deep knowledge of Windows internals, OS security, and exploitation techniques, along with the ability to analyze network protocols, exploitation mitigations (DEP, ASLR), and modern software engineering principles. The candidate will work on cutting-edge vulnerability research, collaborating in an Agile environment to drive security innovations., * Must have an active TS/SCI clearance with Full Scope Polygraph.

 * Bachelor's degree in a related field or an additional 4 years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
 * 12+ years of experience in software security research, reverse engineering, and CNO development.
 * Proficiency in C++ and Python.
 * Experience reading and writing assembly.
 * Hands-on experience with debugging tools.
 * Strong knowledge of reverse engineering tools.
 * Deep understanding of Windows internals, OS security, network protocols, and sockets.
 * Familiarity with common CNO techniques and exploitation mitigations.
 * Experience with Scrum/Kanban methodologies.
 * Proficiency with version control systems.
 * Understanding of basic configuration management principles.



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