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CNO Software & Reverse Engineer

CACI

Company websitecaci.com (CACI, opens in new tab)

Base salary $131,800  to $290,000

Employer-published annual base salary, USD. Advertised base range in Fort Meade, MD

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  • LocationFort Meade, MD
  • WorkplaceOn-site
  • Status at last checkSource accepting applications when checked
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About this job

Job Title: CNO Software & Reverse EngineerJob Category: EngineeringTime Type: Full timeMinimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with PolygraphEmployee Type: RegularPercentage of Travel Required: NoneType of Travel: None* * *

The Opportunity
Join a highly skilled engineering team where you will serve as a versatile Software Engineer and CNO Reverse Engineer supporting innovative, mission‑focused projects. You will design, develop, prototype, modify, and integrate software solutions that directly enable mission success. In this role, you’ll collaborate closely with analysts, operators, data scientists, and fellow engineers to deliver tactical, real‑world impact.

Responsibilities

  • Enhance and expand existing toolsets to meet evolving mission needs.

  • Derive, document, and analyze technical and mission requirements.

  • Build end‑to‑end software solutions that operate effectively within mission constraints.

  • Participate in peer code reviews to improve quality and reduce defects.

  • Create prototypes to demonstrate understanding and validate mission requirements.

Qualifications:

Required:

  • 12+ Years of Experience or 10+ years with M.S. (An additional 4 years of software engineering experience may substitute for a bachelor’s degree)

  • Hands‑on experience developing and modifying software in C, C++, Python, and Assembly.

  • Strong understanding of network protocols (e.g., TCP/IP) and network traffic analysis tools (e.g., Wireshark).

  • Ability to provide support and troubleshooting for fielded software systems.

  • Familiarity with Git and Subversion version control systems.

  • Experience with Atlassian tools such as Jira and Confluence.

Desired:

  • Experience reverse engineering Windows or embedded/RTOS platforms.

  • Background developing CNO‑specific software for Windows, Linux, or embedded environments.

  • Experience with one or more of the following languages: Java, JavaScript, Bash, PowerShell, Perl, C#, Rust.

  • Knowledge of vulnerability research and exploit development.

  • Understanding of end‑to‑end SIGINT collection and analysis systems.

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What You Can Expect:

 A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range:

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$131,800 - $290,000

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.

Source: CACI on Workday · View original posting (opens in new tab)

Pay in context

This role's base floor ($131,800) is above 48% of the 215 Software Engineering roles in Maryland listed on this site; 13 others list the same floor. Their median floor is $131,800; the middle half runs from $113,200 to $162,000.

Only jobs on this site count, and each one publishes a base salary of $100,000 or more, so this compares six-figure jobs with each other, not with the whole market. Computed Nov 6, 2026.

This range next to 6 other live CACI roles with the nearest advertised base floor
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This range next to 6 other live CACI roles with the nearest advertised base floor
RolePublished base
CNO Software & Reverse Engineer (this listing)$131,800 - $290,000
Technical Operator, Expert$131,800 - $290,000
Solutions Architect$131,800 - $290,000
ICAM STS System Engineer$131,800 - $290,000
Sr. Program Manager$131,800 - $290,000
Senior DevOps Software Engineer - Zero Trust ICAM$131,800 - $290,000
System Engineer (Multiple Levels)-TS/SCI with Poly$131,800 - $290,000

Same $100K to $400K scale as every card. All CACI roles · How to read the bar

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Employer-stated posting date
2026-08-18
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Location as the employer wrote it: Fort Meade, MD, US

$131,800 - $290,000

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