Cyber Network Operations Engineer III

Join ClearEdge and be a part of a dynamic team that solves some of the DoD’s most complex technical challenges. Every day, ClearEdge empowers our customers in government and industry with innovative, data-driven solutions.
Check out our extremely competitive benefits package at clearedgeit.com/benefits, which includes a $10k annual training/education benefit, 10% 401k contribution, health and technology allowance, and access to a state-of-the-art technology lab. We also offer monthly TechConnect and DeepDive collaboration sessions with our entire technical staff.
Your Mission:
As a Cyber Network Operations (CNO) Engineer III at ClearEdge, you will lead the development, execution, and enhancement of advanced cyber network operations. You will work at the forefront of cybersecurity innovation, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to create offensive and defensive strategies, conduct in-depth vulnerability assessments, and deliver impactful solutions. Your deep expertise in network protocol manipulation, exploit development, and emerging threats will be key to advancing ClearEdge’s operational success.

You will excel in this role if you are:

• An accomplished cybersecurity professional with extensive experience in network operations and vulnerability exploitation.
• A leader who thrives on mentoring others and fostering collaboration.
• Highly skilled at developing custom tools and techniques for penetration testing and red team operations.
• Passionate about staying ahead of evolving cybersecurity threats and technologies.
• Detail-oriented, with a track record of solving complex challenges in dynamic environments.

A Day in the Life:

• Design and execute advanced network operations to assess and exploit vulnerabilities in critical systems.
• Research and develop new attack techniques, tools, and capabilities.
• Lead red team exercises and network penetration tests to evaluate and improve security posture.
• Work with developers to enhance tradecraft and build innovative solutions for network exploitation.
• Analyze emerging threats, identify novel attack vectors, and adapt to evolving cybersecurity challenges.
• Document findings in detailed reports and present insights to leadership and stakeholders.
• Mentor junior team members, sharing expertise and fostering professional growth.

Must Have:

• TS/SCI with polygraph clearance
• 20+ years of experience in software analysis, exploit development, or related cybersecurity fields.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Advanced knowledge of malware techniques (e.g., rootkits, code injection, privilege escalation).
• In-depth understanding of networking protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP) and security protocols.
• Expertise with advanced penetration testing tools like Kali Linux, Metasploit, and Nessus.
• Strong proficiency in network exploitation, packet analysis, and traffic interception tools like Wireshark and tcpdump.
• Advanced knowledge of operating systems (Windows, Linux, macOS), including internals and kernel-level security.
• Experience with virtualization tools and sandbox environments (e.g., VMware, VirtualBox).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Nice to Have:

• Expertise in low-level programming languages (C/C++, Assembly).
• Hands-on experience with reverse engineering and debugging tools.
• Understanding of how malware uses protocols for command-and-control (C2) communication.
• Certifications such as OSCP, GREM, CEH, or similar.

About us: We are an experienced advanced analytic development company providing Cyber solutions to current and emerging missions.
Our Core Values of Honesty, Integrity, Loyalty, Fairness, Respect, Responsibility, and Accountability drive our mission and vision and are the heart of what we do each day. We combine our Core Values with the three key elements of people, technology, and integrity to repeatedly deliver stellar results within our primary competencies.  
ClearEdge is also pleased to share that we have recently expanded our prime and subcontract presence into new cyber markets! 
If this position does not fit your skillset, please visit our Careers page to explore our current openings, or contact a ClearEdge recruiter at careers@clearedgeit.com. ClearEdge is an equal opportunity employer.