Senior CNO Software Developer in Columbia, Maryland at Endictus

Location: Fort Meade, MD

Clearance Required: Active TS/SCI with CI Polygraph (or ability to obtain prior to start)

Employment Type: Full-Time

About ENDICTUS

ENDICTUS delivers advanced cyber, software engineering, and mission-focused technology solutions that support the U.S. Department of Defense and Intelligence Community. Our team develops innovative capabilities that solve complex operational challenges while working alongside some of the nation's most critical cyber missions.

We are seeking an experienced Senior CNO Software Developer to support advanced cyber operations through software development, capability integration, rapid prototyping, and vulnerability research. This role is ideal for an experienced developer who thrives in a fast-paced mission environment and enjoys solving complex technical problems that directly support national security.

Position Overview

As a Senior CNO Software Developer, you will design, develop, and integrate advanced software capabilities supporting Computer Network Operations (CNO). You will work across multiple operating systems and programming environments to develop mission-focused tools, conduct vulnerability research, prototype emerging capabilities, and support operational cyber missions.

This position requires a strong software engineering background, low-level programming experience, and the ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary technical teams supporting high-priority cyber operations.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain software supporting Computer Network Operations (CNO)
• Develop and integrate cyber capabilities into operational mission environments
• Build software components, tools, and prototypes to support evolving mission requirements
• Conduct vulnerability research and support reverse engineering efforts
• Rapidly prototype new technologies and demonstrate technical capabilities
• Develop software across multiple operating systems and platforms
• Collaborate with engineers, analysts, and mission operators to deliver innovative solutions
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in operational environments
• Manage multiple priorities while supporting time-sensitive mission objectives
• Identify technical risks early and communicate mitigation strategies to leadership
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of software architecture, development practices, and mission capabilities

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Assurance, Information Security Systems Engineering, or a related technical discipline and 12+ years of relevant experience
• OR Master's degree in a related field and 10+ years of relevant experience
• OR Associate's degree (or High School diploma with additional experience) and 16+ years of relevant experience
• Experience developing software for Computer Network Operations or related cyber mission programs
• Strong experience with one or more operating systems including:
  • Linux
  • Windows
• Proficiency with programming languages such as:
  • C
  • C++
  • Python
• Experience with assembly language on any processor or platform
• Ability to work effectively in fast-paced, mission-driven environments
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to identify, communicate, and mitigate technical and operational risks
• Active TS/SCI clearance with CI Polygraph, or the ability to obtain a CI Polygraph prior to start

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting:
  • USCYBERCOM
  • NSA
  • Department of Defense cyber operations
  • Other Intelligence Community cyber mission environments
• Experience with:
  • Reverse engineering
  • Vulnerability research and analysis
  • Secure software development
• Experience developing across two or more platforms such as:
  • Linux
  • Windows
  • Mobile platforms
• Background in one or more of the following:
  • Cybersecurity
  • Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning
  • Cloud Computing
  • Full-Stack Development
• DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level II certification, including one of the following:
  • CySA+
  • GSEC
  • GICSP
  • SSCP

Benefits

Our industry-leading benefits package contributes to approximately 30% of your total compensation!

• Paid time off accrued at 6.33 hours per semi-monthly pay period (19 days/152 hours annually during the first two years)
• 12 paid holidays that can be used as floating holidays throughout the year (11 Federal holidays plus one birthday holiday)
• Compensatory Time and Flex Time (when authorized)
• 100% employer-paid health insurance premium, or a prorated annual stipend of up to $5,000 if you opt out of the health plan
• 100% employer-paid dental insurance
• 100% employer-paid vision insurance
• 100% employer-paid short-term disability insurance
• 100% employer-paid long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance (currently 2x annual salary, up to $300,000)
• 401(k) with employer match of up to 100% of the first 10% contributed
• $500 annual business attire stipend
• $500 annual fitness reimbursement
• $1,500 annual technology reimbursement
• $1,500 annual professional development and certification reimbursement
• $5,000 adoption assistance
• Employee referral bonuses:
• $1,000 after 30 days for each qualified referral who is hired
• $2,000 after six months for each referred employee retained beyond six months
• Unlimited referral opportunities
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Company-provided laptop and mobile phone (when telework is required), including all necessary work software
• Opportunity to earn up to half of the company's profit rate (approximately 2–3.5%) or a bonus for new business you bring in and oversee
• Company-sponsored morale and team-building events