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CNO Developer

Remote / Hybrid / OnsiteFull-time$180,000 - $225,000 per yearPosted October 1, 2026

Overview

This role focuses on creating custom tools and exploits for computer network operations with emphasis on low-level system development. The position involves working with advanced offensive and defensive cyber capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop tools and exploits for network operations
  • Implement low-level system interfaces and kernel programming
  • Conduct research and analysis of target systems
  • Build proof-of-concept implementations for attack vectors
  • Work collaboratively with red team and defensive security personnel
  • Document capabilities and train operational teams

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related discipline
  • 5+ years in low-level programming and system development
  • Proficiency in C/C++ and Python
  • Strong understanding of OS internals across Windows, Linux, macOS
  • Reverse engineering and binary analysis experience
  • Network protocols and programming knowledge
  • Exploitation techniques and vulnerability research background

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master's degree in relevant field
  • Offensive security or penetration testing background
  • Assembly proficiency
  • Exploitation frameworks knowledge (Metasploit, Cobalt Strike)
  • Cryptographic implementation expertise
  • Embedded systems and IoT experience
  • Advanced certifications (OSCP, OSCE, CISSP)

Compensation

$180,000 - $225,000 per year

Medical, dental, and vision coverage; 401(k) with company match; paid time off and federal holidays; life insurance; professional development and certification reimbursement.

Annual performance bonus; employee referral bonuses.

Salary offered will depend on numerous qualifying factors such as clearance, degree and the years and depth of applicable experience.

Security Clearance

This position requires U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance at the Top Secret level or above.

Talon Defense, Inc. provides equal opportunities to qualified employees and prospective employees without regard to age, race, color, religion, pregnancy, sex, national origin, veteran status, uniformed status, physical or mental disability, or other protected characteristics.

Interested in this role?

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Questions about this position? Contact us at careers@talondefense.com