Associate CNO Developer

Associate CNO Developer

ManTech International

Hanover, MD • On-site

$76.80K - $128.30K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 3 days ago


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Job description

General information
Requisition #
R66090
Locations
USA-MD-Hanover
Posting Date
02/12/2026
Security Clearance Required
TS/SCI w/ Poly
Remote Type
Onsite
Time Type
Full time
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 skilled and mission-focused Associate CNO Developer to join our team in Hanover, MD.
In this role, you will contribute to the development of mission-critical offensive cyber capabilities and drive excellence in advanced Computer Network Operations (CNO). You'll be part of a dynamic team working on next-generation solutions that safeguard our national security systems.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
  • Design and develop new hardware- or software-based CNO capabilities
  • Assists with the design, development, documentation, testing, and debugging of applications software and systems
  • Apply knowledge of security concepts and network technologies
  • Ensure software engineering standards are consistently met

Minimum Qualifications:
  • BS Degree in a technical discipline or High School Diploma and 4+ years of technical experience
  • Experience in Python or C/C++ programming
  • Experience with troubleshooting and debugging

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience with networking (TCP/IP) and socket-level programming
  • Experience with low-level system internals across one or more platforms
  • Experience in software analysis or reverse engineering
  • Experience with developing CNO capabilities
  • Understanding of unit testing frameworks and practices
  • Understanding of assembly programming concepts
  • Familiarity with Atlassian tools such as JIRA, Confluence, and Crucible

Security Clearance Requirements:
  • Must have a current/active TS/SCI w/Polygraph security clearance and be willing and able to obtain another polygraph prior to start, if required.

Physical Requirements:
  • Ability to remain stationary for extended periods (50% of the time) and operate computer equipment and office machinery.

The projected compensation range for this position is $76,800.00-$128,300.00. 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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ManTech International job posting for a Associate CNO Developer in Hanover, MD with a salary of $76,800 to $128,300 Annually and benefits including Medical, PTO, Life, and Retirement with a map of Hanover location.