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# CNO Software Engineer Level 0

- **Company:** ADAPTIC, LLC
- **Location:** Annapolis Junction, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Computer Networks, Continuous Integration, Software Debugging, Python (Programming Language), Network Security, Red Team (Cyber Security), Reverse Engineering, Security Software, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Computer Network Operations, Software Troubleshooting, Malware, Git, Information Technology, Malware Detection, Cyber Warfare, Blue Team (Cyber Security), Vulnerability Analysis
- **Published:** August 6, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.wayup.com/i-j-CNO-Software-Engineer-Level-0-Adaptic-062745111182681/

## About the Role

+ Active TS/SCI with polygraph
 + Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline
 + Four (4) years of additional software engineering experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree
 + Experience developing in C/C++, Python, and/or Java
 + Familiarity with Git and CI/CD workflows
 + Understanding of software development principles, debugging, and testing
 + Ability to work independently and within a collaborative team environment
_Nice to Have _

 + Exposure to reverse engineering, malware analysis, or vulnerability research
 + Ability to analyze binaries, logs, memory, or network traffic
 + Experience or familiarity with Red Team, Blue Team, or Hunt operations
 + Understanding of cybersecurity tools, techniques, or network fundamentals
 + Interest in automation, modern tooling, or AI-assisted development workflows

## Description

Build the Tools Behind the Mission: Join us as a CNO Software Engineer!
Don't just write code-build the capabilities that power Computer Network Operations. Supporting the DoD and Intelligence Community, you'll work alongside Red, Blue, and Hunt teams to develop, enhance, and sustain tools used to detect, analyze, and defend against evolving threats.
This role is ideal for early-career engineers looking to apply their technical foundation in a mission-driven environment-gaining hands-on experience while contributing to real-world cyber operations from day one.
_Your Impact _
You'll support the development and evolution of cybersecurity tools and mission systems-helping drive both immediate operational needs and long-term capability growth. Day-to-day, that can look like:

 + Developing, maintaining, and enhancing software systems based on documented requirements
 + Collaborating with Red, Blue, and Hunt teams to support cyber tool development and mission needs
 + Assisting in troubleshooting software issues, debugging code, and resolving defects
 + Supporting development of tools used for vulnerability analysis, malware detection, and network defense
 + Participating in testing and validation to ensure software meets design and mission requirements
 + Contributing to CI/CD pipelines and modern development workflows
 + Working with data such as logs, binaries, and network traffic to support analysis and tool functionality
 + Providing input to system and software design, including component-level development and integration
 + Supporting rapid-response efforts to address emerging cyber threats


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