CNO Reverse Engineer

Belay Technologies is hiring a CNO Reverse Engineer in Fort George G Meade, Anne Arundel County, US, offering a competitive salary of $192,656 per year. Join a BBJ‑recognized Best Place to Work and work on cutting‑edge mission‑critical projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, prototype, and modify reverse‑engineering tools and solutions for CNO (Command and Control) systems.
• Integrate engineered components into existing mission‑centric platforms supporting EWH initiatives.
• Collaborate closely with analysts, operators, data scientists, and software engineers to translate requirements into functional implementations.
• Conduct detailed code analysis, vulnerability assessments, and performance optimization.
• Document designs, test procedures, and results to ensure reproducibility and compliance with security standards.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• 5+ years of experience in reverse engineering, low‑level programming, and CNO/command‑and‑control environments.
• Proficiency with disassembly tools (IDA, Ghidra, Binary Ninja) and scripting languages (Python, C/C++).
• Strong understanding of network protocols, embedded systems, and cybersecurity principles.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and ability to work in multidisciplinary teams.

Preferred Experience

• Experience with mission‑critical defense or intelligence projects.
• Familiarity with data science pipelines and machine‑learning integration.
• Security clearance (active or ability to obtain).

Compensation & Benefits

Salary: $192,656 per year (fixed). Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans; 401(k) match; generous paid time off; professional development assistance; and a collaborative, award‑winning workplace culture.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does a CNO Reverse Engineer do at Belay Technologies?

You design and develop reverse‑engineering tools for command‑and‑control systems, integrate them into mission‑critical platforms, and collaborate with analysts, data scientists, and engineers.

What qualifications are required for this role?

A bachelor’s degree in a technical field, 5+ years of reverse‑engineering experience, proficiency with disassembly tools and programming languages, and strong problem‑solving skills.

Is a security clearance needed?

While not mandatory, an active clearance or the ability to obtain one is preferred, especially for defense‑related projects.