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# Senior Principal Computer Network Operations Engineer

- **Company:** Clarity
- **Location:** Fort Meade, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $159,400 - $271,000
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** ARM Architecture, Assembly Language, User Authentication, C++ (Programming Language), Network Analysis, CMake, Computer Programming, Computer Engineering, Software Debugging, Linux, Domain Name System (DNS), Memory Management, Emulators, Firmware, Hypertext Transfer Protocols (HTTP), Network Protocols, Nmap, Program Analysis, Systems Development Life Cycle, Reverse Engineering, System Programming, TCP/IP, Tcpdump, Wireshark, Virtual Memory, WinDBg, Computer Network Operations, Mitre Att&ck, Malware, Git, Information Technology, IDA Pro, Windows Kernel, Cyber Warfare
- **Published:** November 7, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=a2b9f0af51fee024

## About the Role

* Low-Level Programming: Demonstrated proficiency in C/C++ and inline assembly, with a deep understanding of memory management, pointer arithmetic, and system call interfaces.
 * Reverse Engineering: Expertise in analyzing binary blobs, malware, and firmware using industry-standard tools (IDA Pro, Ghidra, Binary Ninja) and a strong grasp of ELF/PE formats.
 * Exploit Development: Proven ability to identify and exploit vulnerabilities such as buffer overflows and use-after-free, including the creation of proof-of-concept exploits.
 * Assembly Language: Advanced knowledge of x86/x64 and ARM architectures for reading, writing, and analyzing shellcode and disassembled code.
 * Operating System Internals: Comprehensive understanding of Linux and Windows kernel-mode programming, process/thread management, and virtual memory.
 * Networking Protocols: In-depth knowledge of the TCP/IP stack, DNS, and HTTP/S, with the ability to manipulate packets and implement covert channel techniques.
 * Cyber Tool Development: Experience engineering custom implants, backdoors, beacons, and Command and Control (C2) infrastructure., * Security Fundamentals: Experience with encryption, authentication, sandboxing, and privilege escalation methodologies.
 * Threat Emulation: Experience in red teaming and emulating APT tradecraft, with practical application of the MITRE ATT&CK framework.
 * Malware Analysis: Proficiency in static and dynamic analysis, including AV evasion, packers, and obfuscation techniques.

Tooling & Environment

 * Reverse Engineering & Debugging: Expertise in IDA Pro, Ghidra, Binary Ninja, WinDbg, x64dbg, and GDB.
 * Network Analysis: Skilled in using Wireshark, Scapy, Nmap, and tcpdump for protocol analysis.
 * Development Lifecycle: Proficient in Git, Make, CMake, and GCC/Clang cross-compilation suites., * Education: Bachelor's degree in computer science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field.
 * Security Clearance: The ability to obtain a TS/SCI clearance.
 * Experience: 8-12 years of specialized experience in reverse engineering, systems development, or cyber operations.
 * Certifications: Possession of CISSP, OSCP, GREM, or GPEN is highly desirable., * Curiosity & Problem-Solving: An innate drive to understand the inner workings of complex systems and resolve intricate technical challenges.
 * Attention to Detail: Critical precision required for successful exploit development and reverse engineering tasks.
 * Discretion & Ethics: Unwavering commitment to maintaining the integrity and confidentiality of sensitive mission tools and data.
 * Collaboration: Ability to work effectively in multi-disciplinary teams alongside operators, analysts, and fellow engineers.