Windows Developer

Posted One Month Ago
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Herndon, VA, USA
In-Office
Entry level
Professional Services • Software • Cybersecurity • Defense
The Role
Develop and analyze low-level Windows kernel components, perform binary reverse engineering, investigate undocumented operating system behavior, and build secure tools supporting national security and cyber defense missions. Collaborate with cybersecurity analysts and engineers while applying C/C++, debugging, performance tuning, and secure coding practices.
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Position Title: Windows Developer – Kernel & Reverse Engineering
Location: Arlington, VA or Herndon, VA
Clearance Required: Active ISA/TS (Top Secret) or higher

Position Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled Windows Developer with expertise in kernel-level development and reverse engineering to join our advanced technology team in Arlington or Herndon, VA. This role is critical for designing, developing, and analyzing low-level Windows components to support national security and cyber defense missions.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design and implement software components in the Windows kernel space.

  • Perform reverse engineering of binaries to identify functionality, vulnerabilities, or behaviors.

  • Collaborate with cybersecurity analysts, researchers, and fellow engineers to develop cutting-edge tools and capabilities.

  • Analyze undocumented OS behaviors and contribute to low-level system integration.

  • Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code following security best practices.

Required Qualifications:

  • Strong experience in Windows kernel development (e.g., drivers, low-level APIs, internals).

  • Solid reverse engineering skills using tools such as IDA Pro, Ghidra, WinDbg, etc.

  • Proficiency in C/C++ and experience with debugging and performance tuning.

  • Deep understanding of Windows OS internals and system architecture.

  • Active ISA/TS clearance or higher (no exceptions).

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with malware analysis, exploit development, or vulnerability research.

  • Familiarity with secure coding practices and hardened system development.

  • Background working in national security, defense, or intelligence domains.

Skills Required

  • Strong experience in Windows kernel development, including drivers, low-level APIs, and Windows internals
  • Solid reverse engineering skills using IDA Pro, Ghidra, WinDbg, or similar tools
  • Proficiency in C and C++
  • Experience with debugging and performance tuning
  • Deep understanding of Windows operating system internals and system architecture
  • Active ISA/Top Secret clearance or higher
  • Experience with malware analysis, exploit development, or vulnerability research
  • Familiarity with secure coding practices and hardened system development
  • Background in national security, defense, or intelligence domains
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The Company
HQ: Reston, VA
30 Employees

What We Do

Cohere Technology Group provides software and systems design and engineering, concept development, and technical staffing solutions for the U.S. Department of Defense and Intelligence Community. The company focuses on full-spectrum information warfare, cyber-mission assurance, and intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance capabilities that enable joint, multi-domain operations. Its mission emphasizes delivering specialized expertise, innovative solutions, and strong partnerships to national-security customers and mission partners.

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