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CNO Reverse Engineer

BAE Systems
BAE Systems Salary
Annapolis, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 10/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/3/2026

Job Description

What’s it like to engineer the systems that protect the world? It is the professional satisfaction of knowing your technical expertise directly supports national security. At BAE Systems, you aren't just managing infrastructure you are architecting the digital foundation of global defense.



Required Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Software Development: Experience with actual production of software code and able to explain associated methodologies.
  • C/C /Python experience
  • Assembly language proficiency: strong indicator of technical depth.
  • Reverse Engineering Experience: Highly Valued as a Foundational Skill (5-years)
  • Windows SW RE is a large need
    • Windows Kernel development experience
    • Windows Driver Development
  • Linux
    • Kernel Development / Driver Development
  • 75% focus SW RE
  • Malware Analysis
  • Vulnerability research and assessment: Reflects cyber focus and familiarity with the CNO professional ecosystem
  • Exploitation development
  • Technical trend awareness: Candidates should be able to articulate current industry trends they are actively following.
  • Key Skills Enhancers
    • Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP)
    • Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
    • Exploit Research and Advanced Penetration Tester (GXPN)



Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $149603 - $254317

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20 hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance health savings accounts a 401(k) savings plan disability coverage and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.


About BAE Systems, Inc.
BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.

Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

Salary : $149,603 - $254,317

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