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# CNO Software Developer / Analyst Programmer - TS/SCI Poly

- **Company:** TALENTOPS LLC
- **Location:** Fort Meade, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Starter
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C (Programming Language), Java (Programming Language), .NET Framework, Microsoft Windows, Software Applications, Unix, C++ (Programming Language), Code Review, Information Systems, Computer Programming, Software Debugging, Linux, Perl (Programming Language), Make (Software), Integrated Development Environments, Networking Hardware, Python (Programming Language), Linux System Administration, Microsoft Visual Studio, Open Source Technology, Software Engineering, Scripting, Build Management, Linux Development, Information Technology
- **Published:** November 1, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9281796/cno-software-developer-analyst-programmer-tssci-poly

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Network Engineering, or a related technical field.
 * Four years of relevant programming experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree.
 * Programming knowledge in one or more of the following: C++, Python, C, Java, Perl, or Assembly.
 * Familiarity with Linux/UNIX or Windows development environments.
 * Ability to work collaboratively in a classified software engineering environment.
 * Active TS/SCI clearance with Full Scope Polygraph.
 * Ability to work onsite five days per week in a secure facility.

Preferred Technical Skills

 * Strong hands-on development experience with C++ and Python.
 * Linux development, scripting, and debugging.
 * Windows application development using Visual Studio or .NET.
 * UNIX application development using makefiles or comparable build environments.
 * Embedded or mobile platform development.
 * Experience with network devices, protocols, or network-focused software.
 * Experience with government, proprietary, or open-source development environments.
 * Prior experience supporting CNO or classified DoD/Intelligence Community programs.

## Description

Our client is seeking Software Developer/CNO Analyst Programmers to support a long-term Computer Network Operations (CNO) program supporting a classified federal mission in the Fort Meade, Maryland area.

This program focuses on software development, network technologies, and engineering solutions supporting mission-critical operations.

We are seeking candidates with strong programming skills, particularly in C++ and Python, and experience developing software in Linux environments. Additional opportunities exist for engineers with Windows, embedded systems, and network device experience., * Design, develop, test, and maintain software applications supporting CNO operations.

 * Develop software primarily in Linux/UNIX environments, with select Windows development opportunities.
 * Write and maintain code using C++, Python, C, Java, Perl, or Assembly.
 * Support software development involving network devices and embedded platforms.
 * Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize software applications.
 * Participate in software design, code reviews, testing, and readiness reviews.
 * Prepare and maintain technical documentation in accordance with government development standards.
 * Collaborate with software engineers, network engineers, test engineers, and mission teams.