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Bluehalo

Senior CNO Software Engineer

Bluehalo, Corridor North, Maryland, United States

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Description We're looking for a mission-driven

Senior Software Engineer

to join our CNO (Computer Network Operations) team in support of advanced cyber capabilities. You'll help design and deliver low-level software tools and capabilities that directly enable national security missions.

This is a hands‑on, impactful role for someone who thrives in reverse engineering, software development, and complex problem‑solving. You'll work shoulder‑to‑shoulder with top talent in a collaborative environment focused on solving real‑world problems that matter.

You like to do this:

Design and develop new CNO capabilities, tools, and applications

Independently contribute to full‑lifecycle software development, including documentation, testing, and debugging

Troubleshoot and debug complex, low‑level software systems

Apply your knowledge of networking (TCP/IP), socket programming, and secure code development

Collaborate with engineers, analysts, and mission partners to ensure performance and security

Maintain high standards for software quality, testing, and code documentation

You are required to have this:

Bachelor's degree in a technical field (e.g., Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or similar) and 7+ years of software engineering experience (OR) High School diploma and 11+ years of relevant technical experience

Strong proficiency in Python or C/C++

Experience with network programming (TCP/IP) and socket‑level development

Experience troubleshooting and debugging complex systems

Active TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance

Bonus if you bring:

Experience developing CNO capabilities or reverse engineering software

Familiarity with assembly‑level concepts

Experience with low‑level system internals across platforms (Windows, Unix, mobile, or network devices)

Understanding of unit testing and test automation

Familiarity with Atlassian tools such as JIRA, Confluence, or Crucible

Salary Range:

$112,400 - $186,500

The BlueHalo, an AV Company pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Determination of official compensation or salary relies on several factors including, but not limited to, level of position, job responsibilities, geographic location, scope of relevant work experience, educational background, certifications, contract‑specific affordability, organizational requirements, alignment with local internal equity as well as alignment with market data.

Our compensation package also includes components designed to support employees' total well‑being, which should be considered when evaluating our competitive benefits package. These benefits include health insurance, life insurance, disability, company holiday and paid time off, parental leave, 401(k) company match, and contributions, professional development/training reimbursements, and other work/life programs.

Licenses & Certifications TS/SCI with Polygraph (required)

Equal Opportunity Employer. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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