TAP Engineering ยท 1 month ago
Junior CNO Analyst/Programmer
Fort Meade, MD
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
6+ years expTAP Engineering is seeking a skilled CNO Analyst/Programmer Engineer Level 2 to support the installation, configuration, and operation of advanced network security systems in support of critical national security missions. This role involves working with cutting-edge technologies to evaluate and enhance cyber defense capabilities and assess CNO tools and techniques for effectiveness and performance.
Defense & Space
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Install, configure, and operate network security devices including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and network traffic analyzers
Deploy and maintain anti-virus, anti-spyware, and computer forensic tools
Collect and analyze on-net signatures to identify unique device behaviors
Evaluate CNO tools and techniques, documenting findings in detailed written reports
Design, write, and execute software test plans for CNO tools and systems
Create and maintain lab environments that replicate real-world network and system scenarios
Ability to script in Python, Perl, VBScript, or Unix shell for automation and analysis tasks
Perform configuration management, IP management, and system troubleshooting
Design and implement network architectures incorporating Linux, Solaris, and Windows operating systems
Qualification
Required
Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph
BS in Computer Science (or related field)
6-12 years of relevant experience
Hands-on experience with firewalls, intrusion detection systems (IDS), and forensic tools
Strong understanding of scripting, network configuration, and system troubleshooting across multiple operating systems
Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems, or Network Engineering, and 8 years of relevant experience or master's degree in a related field and 6 years of relevant experience or High School Diploma and 12 years of relevant experience
Strong understanding of network security concepts and technologies
Experience with CNO analysis, evaluation, and tool testing
Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, Perl, VBScript, Unix shell)
Familiarity with multiple operating systems (Linux, Solaris, Windows)
Excellent analytical, documentation, and communication skills
Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance
Company
TAP Engineering
TAP Engineering (LLC) is a small, Maryland-based firm providing secure, trusted microelectronics hardware engineering, firmware development, and research support to the DoD, Intelligence Community, and commercial clients.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase