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CNO Application Developer with Security Clearance

ClearanceJobs
Annapolis, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 1/13/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/11/2026
WE ARE HIRING OWNERS Set of X is led by industry veterans who see government contracting as a good community with plenty of opportunity to go around. With a shared desire to give back, grow the community, and do great work, the Set of X team is building an elite group of engineers with a strong sense of shared responsibility and ownership Because who you work with matters. ________________________________________________________________________ You will act as a CNO software engineer in an organization focused on discovery of opportunities and enabling activities in numerous technical fields. The candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, prototyping, modifying, and integrating solutions for a wide variety of up-and-coming projects. You will be a part of an interdisciplinary team providing new tooling and exploring novel capabilities to produce mission-centric results. Responsibilities:

  • Develop new software systems in a variety of languages that can operate within unique mission constraints.
  • Perform reverse engineering on various software products to explore functionality.
  • Build prototypes to demonstrate and explore novel techniques.
  • Derive, document, and analyze requirements.
  • Augment and integrate with existing toolsets and dataflow where possible. Required Skills:
  • Experience developing software in languages such as C/C /Python/Assembly.
  • Experience with reverse engineering.
  • Ability to deliver independently but also integrate with the broader team.
  • Familiarity with Linux platforms.
  • Familiarity with Git and Subversion. Desired Skills:
  • Experience with reverse engineering network based devices.
  • Experience with any of the following: Java, JavaScript, Bash, PowerShell, Perl, C#, and Rust.
  • In-depth understanding of network protocols (e.g., TCP/IP), and analysis of network traffic (e.g., Wireshark).
  • Experience developing CNO specific software in Linux/Windows/Embedded applications.
  • Experience with Vulnerability Research and Exploit development.
  • Familiarity with CNO capabilities and operations. Education/Experience: 12 yrs., B.S. or 10 yrs. w/ M.S., 4 yrs. of additional SWE experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree. Clearance: TS/SCI clearance with polygraph is required. Total Compensation Package We offer a comprehensive compensation package designed to support your well-being and professional growth. Our competitive base salary is complemented by an extensive benefits program, including:
  • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Comprehensive coverage to keep you and your family healthy.
  • Life and Disability Insurance: Peace of mind with financial protection for you and your loved ones.
  • 401(k) Plan: No personal investment required to benefit from a generous employer contribution, allowing you to maximize your take-home pay.
  • Paid Time Off: Enjoy time away from work to recharge.
  • Technology Refresh: Upgrade your devices regularly, or opt for a year-end bonus if you don't need new tech.
  • Training and Professional Development: A $5,250 annual budget for ongoing education, certifications, and professional memberships. Or use this annual benefit to repay a student loan tax-free. For a full overview of our benefits, please visit our benefits tab. Additional Perks and Benefits
  • Stock Plan: Become an equity owner with a yearly stock grant-let's build the future together.
  • Flex Leave and Exchange Plan: Take up to 8 weeks off for a strong work-life balance or sell back unused time for double the value!
  • Virtual Office Compensation: Monthly reimbursement for cell phone and internet services.
  • Fringe Benefit Mall: Choose from perks like Uber rides, a beer of the month club, Amazon Prime, and Hello Fresh-whatever suits you best!
  • Profit-Sharing Cash Bonus: Share in the company's success with an end-of-year cash bonus.
  • Referral Bonus: Help us grow by bringing in top talent and earn a bonus for each successful referral.

Salary : $5,250

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