Network CNO Developer/ Computer Scientist

Job Title: Network CNO Developer/ Computer Scientist

Location: Fort Meade
Clearance: TS/SCI W a Full Scope
Employment Type: Full Time

Education: Bachelor's in Computer Science or Computer Engineering

Work Status: Onsite

Salary: 100,000-160,000

Benefits: Competitive salary and bonus structure, Comprehensive health insurance, 401(k) with company match, Generous PTO and remote work options.

Application: apply here, or on our Careers Page @ Careers - Metronome (wearemetronome.com), email your resume to r.derring@wearemetronome.com

Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Network-Savvy CNO Developer to join our SAS team supporting the Network Device team. In this role, you will contribute to the development and enhancement of cutting-edge capabilities for network-based systems and appliances. This position offers a flexible labor category (CS 2/3) and is ideal for individuals with deep knowledge of network protocols, embedded systems, and CNO development in real-time environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain advanced CNO capabilities for network devices

• Write efficient, low-level code in C, tailored to custom embedded environments

• Perform reverse engineering and vulnerability analysis on network appliances

• Support both new capability development and enhancement of existing tools

• Collaborate with mission teams to ensure capabilities meet operational goals and system constraints

• Analyze and manipulate network protocols, device behavior, and traffic patterns

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field

• 5+ years of experience with C development and reverse engineering

• Experience developing CNO tools for network devices (e.g., routers, switches, firewalls)

• Ability to work independently and in a collaborative, mission-focused environment

• Deep understanding of network protocols (TCP/IP stack, routing protocols, etc.)

• Experience with network device appliances, including configuration and embedded behaviors

• Hands-on experience in Real-Time Operating System (RTOS) environments

• Familiarity with tools such as IDA Pro, Ghidra, Wireshark, or similar

• Understanding of secure coding practices and operational security