Capability Developer

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As a computer network operations (CNO) specialist, you know that embedded or application developers, reverse engineers, and vulnerability analysts all play key roles in the CNO capability development lifecycle. We’re looking for someone like you to flex your problem‑solving prowess in a rapidly evolving systems security research and development environment.

As a senior CNO Capability Developer on our team, you’ll support full project life cycles. Guiding an agile team of professionals, you’ll manage reverse engineering and vulnerability analyses of various software problems. You’ll inform operational parameters for complex systems, as well as leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning to influence the delivery of your work. Using your network operations experience, you’ll determine what the art of the possible is and what can be done—and then you’ll bring it to life for your clients.

Help us combat the most advanced adversaries and defend national security.

Join us. The world can’t wait.

• 6+ years of experience with software development using C or C++ and Python
• 5+ years of experience working in an Agile software development and Dev Ops environment using Jira, Confluence, and Git Lab
• 3+ years of experience working with web technologies or protocols, including HTTP, TLS, and JSON
• Experience with the Linux Kernel
• Experience gathering requirements and designing and developing approaches for product security, resilient cryptographic solutions, and anti‑forensic measures
• Experience using automation and virtualization to deploy, maintain, and sustain capabilities
• Experience with developing and executing strategies for countering or mitigating environmental challenges, security and policy constraints, and system or architecture limitations
• TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph
• HS diploma or GED

• 4+ years of experience with Assembly or Perl Script
• 3+ years of experience in computer engineering, computer science, electronic and electrical engineering, or applied mathematics
• 3+ years of experience in big data platforms, black box testing, cloud computing, assembly, global telecommunications system architectures and protocols, protocol analysis, ICs or SCADA design and systems, software debugging, streaming analytics, vulnerability management, or mitigation
• Experience with advanced software development, analytic development, and Dev Ops techniques for malware variants, advancing crypt capabilities, and emerging unknown protocols
• Experience with indigenous and vendor proprietary protocols
• Experience in telecommunications operations, computer network operations, SIGINT collection operations, information security (INFOSEC) or information assurance, or research and development
• Experience in exploit development or malware reverse engineering
• Experience with Unix, Linux, RTOS, or Wind River Vx Works
• Bachelor’s degree

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information ; TS/SCI clearance with polygraph is required.

Salary ranges from $86,900 to $198,000 (annualized USD). The projected range is one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date. Booz Allen offers comprehensive benefits including health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work‑life programs, and dependent care.

As part of the application process, you are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Our people‑first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.

• If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you’ll periodically work from a Booz Allen or client site facility.
• If this position is listed as onsite, you’ll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific role.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.