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SME CNO Vulnerability Researcher

Hanover, MD · On-site

$179K - $318K/yr

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SME CNO Vulnerability Researcher

SME CNO Vulnerability Researcher

ManTech

Hanover, MD • On-site

$179K - $318K/yr

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Company rating: 9.0 out of 10

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30th of 209 rated software companies

Job description

Description & Requirements
Unlock the secrets of intelligence with MANTECH! Join a dynamic team at the forefront of national security, providing advanced solutions to government intelligence agencies. Since 1968, we've been solving the toughest challenges with groundbreaking tech. Explore thrilling projects in Digital Transformation, Cybersecurity, IT, Data Analytics and Software Development. Elevate your career and make a difference. Your adventure begins now-unleash your potential with MANTECH!

MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented SME CNO Vulnerability Researcher to join our team in Columbia, MD. 

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Researches and discovers software vulnerabilities.
  • Reverse engineer software for security mechanism bypasses and perform as the team lead on projects, if/when needed.
  • Assist in managing the designing, developing, documenting, testing, and debugging of user land and kernel software and systems.
  • Researches and maintains proficiency in tools, techniques, countermeasures, and trends in computer network vulnerabilities, static and dynamic program analysis, network security, and encryption.
  • Communicate statuses with leadership and supervise and mentor subordinate project and ICON Innovation Collaborative (IIC) staff.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree and 12+ years' experience OR High School and 16+ yrs experience OR Associates and 14+ yrs OR experience OR Master's and 10+ yrs experience OR PhD and 8+ yrs experience
  • Seven (7) years of position-specific relevant experience.
  • Experience in vulnerability research.
  • Experience in reverse engineering and common security research tools (e.g., IdaPro, Ghidra, Radare, Binary Ninja, SysInternals, GDB, WinDBG, etc.).
  • Proficiency in Python, C/C++, or Assembly (x86/x64) programming.
  • CNO capability development experience.
  • Proficiency in low-level internals in one or more technology areas (e.g., Windows, Linux, Mobile).
  • Troubleshooting / debugging experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Degree in Computer Science or related technical field.
  • Nine (9) years of position-specific relevant experience.

Clearance Requirements:

  • Must have a current/active TS/SCI with Polygraph.

Physical Requirements:

  • The person in this position must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.
  • Occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, or to communicate with co-workers, management, and customers, via email, phone, and or virtual communication, which may involve delivering presentations.

    The projected compensation range for this position is $179,300.00-$318,400.00. There are differentiating factors that can impact a final salary/hourly rate, including, but not limited to, Contract Wage Determination, relevant work experience, skills and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location (For Remote Opportunities), education and certifications as well as Federal Government Contract Labor categories.  In addition, MANTECH invests in its employees beyond just compensation.  MANTECH's benefits offerings include, dependent upon position, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, short-term and long-term Disability, Retirement and Savings, Learning and Development opportunities, wellness programs as well as other optional benefit elections.

    MANTECH considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to disability or veteran status or any other status protected under any federal, state, or local law or regulation.
    If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with MANTECH, please email us at careers@mantech.com and provide your name and contact information.

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