Network Development Engineer; AD

Network Development Engineer (AD3) – TS/SCI w/ Poly

Location: Columbia, MD
Compensation Range: $200,000 – $240,000 (annualized USD)
Clearance Required: Must be a U.S. citizen with an active TS/SCI security clearance with polygraph

We are seeking a Network Development Engineer (AD3) to support advanced network-focused software development and reverse engineering initiatives. In this role, you will serve as a hands-on engineer working across the full development lifecycle—designing, developing, prototyping, modifying, and integrating software solutions for complex network-based environments.

You will collaborate closely with analysts, operators, data scientists, and fellow software engineers to deliver tactical, real-world solutions. This position is ideal for engineers who enjoy solving hard problems, working close to the technology, and delivering deployable capabilities within constrained and demanding environments.

• Augment and enhance existing software toolsets supporting network-based systems.

• Derive, analyze, and document technical and functional requirements.

• Design and build prototypes to validate technical approaches and solution feasibility.

• Develop deployable software toolsets that operate within defined operational constraints.

• Test software solutions and oversee testing efforts in preparation for release.

• Provide sustainment and support for fielded software systems.

• Collaborate with cross-functional technical teams to refine capabilities and improve system performance.

• Produce clear technical documentation to support development, deployment, and maintenance activities.

  Skills Requirements

  • Strong experience working in Unix/Linux-based operating systems.

  • Experience reverse engineering Linux-based network devices or services.

  • In-depth understanding of network protocols (e.g., TCP/IP) and network traffic analysis using tools such as Wireshark.

  • Proven ability to develop, modify, and maintain software in C, C++, Python, and/or Assembly
    .

  • Experience supporting production software systems in operational environments.

  • Familiarity with version control systems such as Git and Subversion
    .

  • Experience using Atlassian tools such as Jira and Confluence
    .

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.

  Nice to Haves

  • Experience reverse engineering Windows-based or embedded platforms, including RTOS environments.

  • Experience with additional programming or scripting languages such as Java, JavaScript, Bash, Power Shell, Perl, C#, or Rust
    .

  • Background developing or integrating complex software systems across Linux, Windows, or embedded platforms.

  • Experience with vulnerability research or exploit development.

  • Familiarity with large-scale data collection, processing, or analysis systems.

  Education & Experience Requirement

  • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant technical discipline and 12+ years of relevant professional experience
    OR

  • Master’s degree with 10+ years of relevant experience
    OR

  • 16+ years of relevant software engineering experience in lieu of a degree

  Compensation & Employment Policy

  Salary is determined by several factors, including location, education, experience, technical expertise, and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $200,000 – $240,000 (annualized USD).

  Benefits Overview

  At Intezra, Inc., we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our employees’ health, financial security, and work-life balance:

  • Three Care First medical plans available;
    Intezra pays up to 100% of healthcare premiums and up to 100% of deductibles (based on plan selection) for employees and dependents

  • Intezra pays 100% for Care First Dental and Vision plans for employees and dependents

  • 401(k): 15% company contribution (no match required)

  • PTO: 160 hours, increasing with seniority

  • 12 Floating Holidays

  • 4 Code Red Days

  EEO Statement

  Intezra, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, pregnancy, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.