Senior Computer Network Operations (CNO) Vulnerability Researcher

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MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Senior Computer Network Operations (CNO) Vulnerability Researcher to join our team in Fort Meade, MD.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Research and discover software vulnerabilities.
• Reverse engineer software for security mechanism bypasses and perform as the team lead on projects, if/when needed.
• Manage the design, development, documentation, testing, and debugging of user land and kernel software and systems.
• Research and maintain proficiency in tools, techniques, countermeasures, and trends in computer network vulnerabilities, static and dynamic program analysis, network security, and encryption.
• Communicate statuses with leadership and supervise and mentor subordinate project and ICON Innovation Collaborative (IIC) staff.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree and 9+ years of experience OR High School Diploma/GED and 13+ years of experience OR Associate’s degree and 11+ years of experience OR Master’s Degree and 7+ years, OR a PhD with 5+ years of progressively responsible experience.
• Proficiency in Python, C/C++ or Assembly (x86/x64) programming
• Experience in reverse engineering and common security research tools (e.g., IdaPro, Ghidra, Radare, Binary Ninja, SysInternals), GDB, WinDBG, etc.).
• CNO capability development experience.
• Proficiency in low-level internals in one or more technology areas (e.g., Windows, Linux, Mobile).
• Troubleshooting / debugging experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Degree in IT-related discipline.
• 5+ years of position-specific relevant experience.
• Strong ability to operate within advanced technical environments.
• 3+ years experience with cybersecurity, computer networking, or cyberspace operations.

Clearance Requirements:

• An active TS/SCI with polygraph is required.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.

• Needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets and office machinery.
• Frequently communicates with co-workers, management, and customers, which may involve delivering presentations.
• Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.