CNO Software Engineer

CNO Software Engineer
Fort Meade, MD • Government/Military

Clearance Required: TS/SCI with Polygraph

Full-Time | Fully Funded | $180,000-$220,000

Protect National Security. Advance CNO Capabilities.
Helm Point Solutions is a woman-owned cybersecurity and physical security firm supporting the nation's most critical missions. We're hiring a CNO Software Engineer to join a high-impact team developing cutting-edge capabilities across Windows, Unix, and mobile platforms in direct support of national security objectives.


You'll work alongside elite engineers designing, building, and maintaining advanced Computer Network Operations (CNO) tools to meet evolving mission requirements. This is an opportunity to apply deep technical skills while solving complex problems that matter.


What You'll Do
In this role, you will:

• Design, develop, test, and maintain Windows, Unix, or mobile-based CNO tools
• Program in Assembly, C, C++, Java, Perl, Python, and/or Objective-C
• Develop software to evade host/network-based IDS and conduct low-level packet programming
• Use Visual Studio, .NET, makefiles, and mission-specific build environments
• Work with reverse engineering tools (e.g., IDA Pro, Ghidra, Binary Ninja)
• Read and write assembly (x86, x64, ARM, MIPS, SPARC, etc.)
• Debug with tools like gdb, WinDbg, OllyDbg
• Write software leveraging deep knowledge of OS internals and network protocols
• Participate in Agile development cycles using Scrum or Kanban methodologies
• Use Git for version control and contribute to configuration management

What You Bring
Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree and 4+ years of relevant experience OR 8+ years in lieu of degree
• 6+ years programming in Assembly, C, C++, Java, Perl, and/or Python
• 5+ years developing for Windows (.NET/Visual Studio) or Unix (makefiles/build tools)
• 4+ years experience with CNO tools and techniques
• 2+ years developing CNO tools for the US Government
• 2+ years of evasion technique development for host/network-based IDS
• 2+ years of packet-level and network socket programming

Specialized Skills:

• Experience with Objective-C, Swift, and modern software engineering practices
• Deep understanding of DEP, ASLR, OS internals, and exploitation mitigation techniques
• Familiarity with project management best practices (Scrum/Kanban)
• Comfort with Git and collaborative version control workflows

Why Helm Point?


At Helm Point Solutions, you're more than a developer, you're part of a mission. We offer a people-first culture and a values-driven approach to solving our nation's toughest cyber challenges. You'll join a close-knit team that:

• Supports your technical and professional growth
• Celebrates your achievements and contributions
• Invests in your future through mentorship, training, and benefits

Our Benefits Include:

• CareFirst Gold Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Profit Sharing & Performance Bonuses
• Annual Education & Training Allowance
• Leave Buy-Back Program
• Flexible Work Environment & Career Growth Support
• Community Engagement Opportunities

Next Steps
Multiple positions may be filled from this posting. If you're interested in this or similar roles, mention it in your application.


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Helm Point Solutions, Inc. does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, protected veteran status, or any other non-merit factor.