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SME CNO Vulnerability Researcher
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What they do
A Vulnerability Analyst or Penetration Tester probes for and exploits security vulnerabilities in web-based applications, networks and systems. Penetration Tests are designed to achieve a specific, attacker-simulated goal and should be requested by customers who are already at their desired security posture. A typical goal could be to access the contents of the prized customer database on the internal network, or to modify a record in an HR system. Vulnerability Assessments are designed to yield a prioritized list of vulnerabilities and are generally for clients who already understand they are not where they want to be in terms of security. The customer already knows they have issues and simply need help identifying and prioritizing them.
$121,766 / year median in Maryland
+3% projected growth
Job Description
SME CNO Vulnerability Researcher
Hanover, MD
Full Time
Posted by: ManTech
Posted:
Monday, 24 August 2026 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+ years experience OR Associates and 14+ years OR experience OR Master's and 10+ years experience OR PhD and 8+ years experience
Seven (7) years of position-specific relevant experience.
Experience in vulnerability research.
Experience in reverse engineering and common security research tools (eg, 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 (eg, 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.
Location
Hanover, MD, United States of America
Industry
IT
Company
ManTech
Contact
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Reference
JS22541_63624
Posted Date
8/24/2026 8:11:22 PM