Cleared Windows CNO Developer & Analyst (Mid-Level)

Yellow Duck Technologies Inc.

$90K — $130K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Active TS/SCI clearance with Full Scope Polygraph required.
  • Bachelor's degree in a related field or 4 additional years of experience in lieu of degree.
  • Minimum of 6 years in software security research, reverse engineering, and development.
  • Proficient in C++ and Python programming languages.
  • Experience with assembly programming across various architectures (x86/x64, ARM, PPC, etc.).
  • Strong expertise in debugging tools such as WinDbg.
  • Hands-on experience with reverse engineering tools.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct low-level software analysis and vulnerability research.
  • Develop and write code involving exploit development.
  • Analyze network protocols and their corresponding exploitation mitigations.
  • Collaborate in an Agile team environment to innovate security solutions.
  • Utilize and enhance knowledge of Windows internals and OS security mechanisms.
  • Apply Scrum/Kanban methodologies in project execution.
  • Engage in software engineering practices to ensure robust applications.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional growth and skill enhancement.
  • Collaboration in a dynamic and innovative Agile team environment.
  • Access to cutting-edge security tools and technologies.
Full Job Description
Yellow Duck Technologies is seeking a Windows CNO Developer & Analyst with expertise in low-level software analysis, vulnerability research, and exploit development. The ideal candidate will have experience designing and writing code in C++ and Python, reading and writing assembly (x86/x64, ARM, PPC, MIPS, SPARC, or others), and working with debugging tools such as WinDbg. This role requires a strong understanding of Windows internals, OS security mechanisms, and exploitation techniques, along with the ability to analyze network protocols, exploitation mitigations (DEP, ASLR), and modern software engineering principles. The candidate will work in a collaborative, Agile environment to research vulnerabilities and develop innovative security solutions.

Requirements:
  • Must have an active TS/SCI clearance with Full Scope Polygraph.
  • Bachelor's degree in a related field or an additional 4 years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
  • Minimum 6 years of experience in software security research, reverse engineering, and development.
  • Proficiency in C++ and Python.
  • Experience with assembly programming.
  • Strong background in debugging tools.
  • Hands-on experience with reverse engineering tools.
  • Deep understanding of Windows internals, OS security, network protocols, and sockets.
  • Familiarity with common CNO techniques and exploitation mitigations.
  • Experience with Scrum/Kanban methodologies.
  • Proficiency with version control systems.
  • Understanding of basic configuration management principles.

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