CNO Programmer

• Work on classified, mission-critical projects that directly support offensive cyber operations.
• Collaborate with elite teams of engineers and researchers who are passionate about pushing the boundaries of technology.
• Have the freedom to explore and innovate, developing cutting-edge tools and capabilities for some of the most challenging missions in the industry.
• See your work make a real difference in protecting national security interests.

What you will do

• Prototype & Develop: Design, develop, test, and maintain CNO capabilities to meet mission requirements for offensive cyber operations.
• Reverse Engineer: Analyze hardware components, software applications, and operating systems to uncover their functionality, code structure, and circuit design.
• Create Documentation: Author insightful documentation and deliver impactful reports on your findings.
• Develop Proof-of-Concept Code: Build innovative proof-of-concept code, prototypes, and hands-on demonstrations to showcase your research results.
• Present Your Findings: Author and participate in technical presentations on assigned projects, communicating complex concepts clearly and effectively to diverse audiences.
• Contribute to Tool Development: Plan, organize, and contribute to tool development efforts, utilizing and developing advanced techniques in offensive cyber operations.
• Collaborate Across Teams: Work closely with engineers, researchers, and stakeholders to deliver robust, innovative solutions that meet mission needs.

Are you a skilled cybersecurity professional ready to push the boundaries of offensive cyber operations? BigBear.ai is seeking a talented CNO Programmer to prototype, develop, test, and maintain cutting-edge Computer Network Operations (CNO) capabilities that directly support critical national security missions. In this exciting role, you’ll embark on a thrilling journey of reverse engineering hardware components, software applications, and operating systems-uncovering their functionality, code structure, and circuit design. You’ll craft insightful documentation, develop innovative proof-of-concept code, create prototypes, and deliver impactful hands-on demonstrations. If you’re passionate about offensive cyber operations, thrive on solving complex technical challenges, and want to make a real difference in national security, we want to hear from you!, * Clearance: Active TS/SCI with Poly (required).

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field; OR four (4) years of directly related experience.
• Programming Experience:
• Windows applications using Visual Studio or .NET.
• UNIX applications using make files or comparable build environments.

• Mission-applicable platforms.

• Proficiency in Assembly, C, C++, Java, Perl, and/or Python.
• Experience developing in one or more of the following environments:

What we’d like you to have

• Programming Proficiency: Strong skills in Python, C/C++, and/or Assembly, as well as scripting languages such as Bash and PowerShell.
• Operating Systems Knowledge: High-level understanding of operating system internals and architecture.

• Cybersecurity Expertise:

• Knowledge of modern encryption protocols, defense evasion strategies, and network interception techniques.
• Understanding of network protocols and sockets, common CNO techniques, and exploitation mitigations such as DEP and ASLR.
• Familiarity with modern software engineering concepts and best practices.

Reverse Engineering Skills: Experience with reverse engineering frameworks such as IDA Pro, Ghidra, and OllyDbg, as well as disassemblers and debuggers.

Project Management: Familiarity with Agile, Scrum, and Kanban methodologies for managing and delivering complex projects.

Version Control: Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and understanding of basic configuration management principles. About BigBear.ai

BigBear.ai is a leading provider of AI-powered decision intelligence solutions for national security, supply chain management, and digital identity. Customers and partners rely on Bigbear.ai’s predictive analytics capabilities in highly complex, distributed, mission-based operating environments. Headquartered in McLean, Virginia, BigBear.ai is a public company traded on the NYSE under the symbol BBAI. For more information, visit and follow BigBear.ai on LinkedIn: @BigBear.ai and X: @BigBearai.