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Software Developer with Security Clearance

Nightwing
Annapolis, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 5/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/31/2026
Nightwing provides technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence mission support services to meet our customers' most demanding challenges. Our capabilities include cyber space operations, cyber defense and resiliency, vulnerability research, ubiquitous technical surveillance, data intelligence, lifecycle mission enablement, and software modernization. Nightwing brings disruptive technologies, agility, and competitive offerings to customers in the intelligence community, defense, civil, and commercial markets. Position Description At Nightwing CODEX, a software developer designs and implements custom software tools and techniques. Most of the work is developed in Python, C and Java. The intended platforms are Windows and Linux systems with the environment being low and high level user space. The developer diagnoses issues and debugs customer problems using industry standard tools as well as custom toolsets. In addition, the candidate is responsible for end-to-end design, development, and standard developer testing of the developed software. The software developer also writes documentation pertinent to operating and supporting the developed software and techniques. Daily activities include software development, toolchain/helper tool development, and use of debuggers, disassemblers, and other diagnostic software. Other activities include attending design meetings, mentoring junior developers, or performing code reviews. Software developers' interface with other developers as well as customer personnel to solve problems and communicate requirements, status, and other information. They also mentor and lead junior-level developers to accomplish mission objectives and solve real-time engineering challenges. Security Clearance Top Secret/SCI Full Scope Poly required Technical Requirements The candidate will join a team of developers working on various Unix, Windows, or Mobile capabilities. They will support the group's overall mission to design, develop, test, and maintain CNO capabilities. Required Experience

  • 1 - 6 years of experience programming in C/C or similiar and Python
  • In-depth understanding of network protocols
  • In-depth understanding of OS internals
  • Experience with IDA Pro, Ghidra, or similar binary analysis tool a plus
  • Familiarity with modern software engineering concepts
  • Knowledge of common CNO techniques
  • Ability to gather requirements and design a solution with minimal oversight
  • Ability to present a development plan and forecast deliverables Strong familiarity with software security technologies such as ASLR and DEP Experience with additional architectures (ARM, RISC, PPC etc.) Required Education Bachelor's in computer engineering, Computer Science, or related field. The salary associated with this position ( $64,000-$128,000 ) is commensurate with the selected candidate's qualifications, years of relevant experience, and demonstrated level of expertise. Compensation will be determined based on these factors to ensure alignment with skills, responsibilities, and market standards. Nightwing offers medical, vision and dental insurance coverage in addition to a 401k plan, PTO, Holidays and additional insurances. At Nightwing, we value collaboration and teamwork. You'll have the opportunity to work alongside talented individuals who are passionate about what they do. Together, we'll leverage our collective expertise to drive innovation, solve complex problems, and deliver exceptional results for our clients. Thank you for considering joining us as we embark on this new journey and shape the future of cybersecurity and intelligence together as part of the Nightwing team. Nightwing is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

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