Job ID: TAP00144
Position: CNO Reverse Engineer Level 1
Location: US – MD, Ft. Meade
Category: Cyber / Reverse Engineering
Clearance Requirement: Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph
Education Requirement: BS in Computer Science (or related field)
Experience Requirement: 0-8
We are seeking a CNO Reverse Engineer Level 1 to perform in-depth analysis of hardware components, software applications, and operating systems to determine their functionality, code structure, and circuit design. This role supports the development of advanced Computer Network Operations (CNO) tools and techniques through technical research, reverse engineering, and hands-on prototyping.
The ideal candidate will have strong programming skills, experience using reverse engineering tools, and an interest in analyzing complex systems to uncover hidden functionality or vulnerabilities.
Key Responsibilities:
Perform reverse engineering of hardware, software, and operating systems to determine functionality and design.
Analyze binary code, firmware, and applications to identify logic, structure, and vulnerabilities.
Develop proof-of-concept code, prototypes, and technical documentation based on reverse engineering results.
Use and administer hardware and software reverse engineering tools.
Program in Assembly, C, C++, C#, Java, Perl, or Python.
Utilize software version control systems such as Subversion or CVS.
Support the design and development of CNO tools and techniques.
Prepare and deliver technical presentations, reports, and demonstrations of findings.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to apply reverse engineering insights to tool and capability development.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems, Network Engineering, or a related field and 4 years of relevant experience— or — Master’s degree in a related field and 2 years of relevant experience — or —High School Diploma and 8 years of relevant experience
Experience performing hardware or software reverse engineering
Strong programming background in Assembly, C, C++, C#, Java, Perl, or Python
Familiarity with reverse engineering tools and techniques
Understanding of software version control systems (e.g., Subversion, CVS, or Git)
Excellent analytical, documentation, and presentation skills
Clearance Requirement: This position requires ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance, based on current background investigation (SBI), as well as the favorable completion of full scope polygraph. Clearance and polygraph processing will be completed by the U.S. Government. Factors considered for a U.S. Government Security Clearance include, but are not limited to:
U.S. Citizenship
Favorable Criminal History Check
Education Verification
Abuse/Illegal Drug Use
Credit Check
Subject Interview
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TAP Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer and applicants receive lawful consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
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What We Do
TAP Engineering (LLC) is a small, Maryland-based firm providing secure, trusted microelectronics hardware engineering, firmware development, and research support to the DoD, Intelligence Community, and commercial clients. TAP's engineers and research scientists have an average of 20 years' experience driving technology development from applied research to engineering development, prototype, test, production, and field support.
