Senior CNO Developer/Analyst

Clear Ridge Defense is seeking a TS/SCI cleared professional to serve as a CNO Developer/Analyst in Columbia, MDRoles and ResponsibilitiesYou will…Oversee/handle operations infrastructure and serve as a lead assisting the teamManage covert physical infrastructureLead program development to satisfy mission objectivesMust-HavesYou possess…Excellent interpersonal communication skills.A Top Secret clearance with polygraphIn depth Linux CLI experience Experience with operations, preferably in a semi-automatic scripted operations environmentAn ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic workplace with unique TTPsExperience in computer network protocols and network analysis toolsProject management experienceA Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Cyber Operations, Computer Networks, Cybersecurity, Information Security, Information Assurance, and/or Network Administration degree from an accredited university/college22 YOE with an Associates Degree, 18 with Bachelors, 14 with Masters and 10 with a Doctorate Nice to HavesRIOT/FORGE/CNOQC graduate Additional InformationRanking #5 in Maryland and #7 in Government Services! And see how we were ranked a 2025 Top Workplace by the Baltimore Sun!Clear Ridge Defense is the premier service solutions provider supporting the Service and Joint cyberspace operations and intelligence community in three core areas of expertise:Cyber Systems & Software EngineeringCyber Intelligence & Operations PlanningSecurity Risk Analysis, Mitigation & TrainingAll delivered by highly talented and focused team members that are supported by an unmatched professional and family-oriented culture that leverages and builds on sound, proven principles.Benefits Snapshot:100% Fully-Covered Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance100% Fully-Covered Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance100% Fully-Covered Life and AD&D InsuranceUnique Flexible PTO11 Paid Federal Holidays$500 New Uniform Bonus for Transitioning MilitaryMonthly Tax-Free Cell Phone StipendMonthly Tax-Free Gym Wellness / Streaming Subscription Stipend to include Amazon Prime, Netflix, Audible, etc.Competitive 401k Matching to plan for retirementFree financial advising from qualified expertsAnnual $5,000 Training AllotmentOne-of-a-kind Referral Program:$250/mo indefinitely per successful referral, with no limit to number of referralsBusiness Development and Client Expansion BonusesMonthly Company-Paid Socials and EventsAccess to our Company Swag Store CRD fully supports Maryland’s Equal Pay for Equal Work - Wage Range Transparency law, which mandates employers to provide detailed wage and benefits information in all job postings. The salary range for this position is:$215,000- $315,000 / year Salary ranges provided are subject to the following variables and circumstances, which may impact whether the actual paid salary falls within the range:The contract the employee is assigned to support. For example, this advertised position may support multiple contracts.The negotiated rates between CRD and our client.The option year of the contract the employee is assigned to.Annual performance of the employee and/or the company.If the employee takes on additional company responsibilities.If the company makes a strategic hiring decision (e.g., investment in the employee) for growth opportunities.If the employee does not meet the qualifications fully but a waiver is provided by CRD or our clients.If the employee is assigned a lower-level labor category due to external circumstances than they actually qualify for. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

• Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
• A Top Secret clearance with polygraph
• In depth Linux CLI experience
• Experience with operations, preferably in a semi-automatic scripted operations environment
• An ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic workplace with unique TTPs
• Experience in computer network protocols and network analysis tools
• Project management experience
• A Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Cyber Operations, Computer Networks, Cybersecurity, Information Security, Information Assurance, and/or Network Administration degree from an accredited university/college
• 22 YOE with an Associates Degree, 18 with Bachelors, 14 with Masters and 10 with a Doctorate

Nice to Haves

• RIOT/FORGE/CNOQC graduate