Kudu Dynamics LLC
CNO Software Engineer
Kudu Dynamics LLC, Chantilly, Virginia, United States, 22021
CNO Software Engineer Job Description
Who We Are:
Kudu Dynamics is a 100% employee-owned company, forged out of a decade of experience in computer network operations and staffed with talent who have built, overseen, and enhanced capabilities throughout the entire USG arsenal. Our team of hackers and engineers have experience spanning centuries of research, development, and operations missions - across desktop, mobile, IoT, and embedded platforms. Kudu Dynamics is uniquely qualified to anticipate tomorrow's threats and build the next generation of capabilities.
Full Job Description:Join us as we work closely with stakeholders to define and build a product to meet theiroperational needs. We have a small but growing team working to solve challenging softwaredevelopment and systems programming problems. In this role, the CNO Software will leveragedeep knowledge in systems internals and networking to develop innovative solutions and highlyperformant / reliable code.
QualificationsA U.S. citizen with an active Top Secret security clearance w/SCI Eligibility.Proficiency in C/C++ programming languageKnowledge of data structures, performance optimization / tuning, multi-threadingProficiency in Python or similar scripting languageProficiency with binary and source level reverse engineering using tools like IDA Pro or Ghidra.Knowledge of network communications protocols such as TCP/IP, Industrial ControlSystems, Enterprise Networking Protocols, Internetworking protocol, etc.Strong communications skills including the ability to communicate both verbally and in writing.Experience with build systems such as Make/CMake/MesonKnowledge of Computer Architecture concepts such as page tables, memory caching,Virtualization, and DMA.Knowledge of common CNO concepts such as PE / ELF File formats, Import Table Hooking, Shellcode, etc.Experience reverse engineering closed-source Hypervisors and/or Windows Kernel (a plus)Knowledge of embedded systems development: PetaLinux, FPGA, FreeRTOS (a plus)Windows / Linux / Embedded software driver development (a plus)Responsibilities
Work in a small team to design new features / components for analyzing memory: page table discovery, memory translation, symbol table discovery, hypervisor / kernel address space analysis, PE/ELF analysis and user space memory scanning.Develop software that augments the behavior of closed-source (x86, ARM, etc.) software applications.Design and build distributed communications protocols.Participate in all aspects of the development lifecycle: research, design, develop, test, SCM, CI/CD, troubleshooting / support, and performance measurement.Benefits We Provide
Equity at a company that is doing dynamic, fun, meaningful, and interesting work.A flexible work schedule, with the option to work remotely most days, if that's your style.Your own yearly discretionary budget to buy the things that make you happy.In addition to highly competitive salaries, we offer premium healthcare options, 401k matching, and an annual pass to a swim in the bonus pool. We also offer four weeks of paid time off and 11 federal holidays to utilize whenever you want throughout the year.Awesome, enthusiastic co-workers and a company culture that promotes a jerk-free environment. Rattle the windows with the company band, participate in board game or movie nights, and help balance out the scotch vs. bourbon ratio in the office.
Kudu provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Pay Range:
$115,000 - $174,000 per year
Who We Are:
Kudu Dynamics is a 100% employee-owned company, forged out of a decade of experience in computer network operations and staffed with talent who have built, overseen, and enhanced capabilities throughout the entire USG arsenal. Our team of hackers and engineers have experience spanning centuries of research, development, and operations missions - across desktop, mobile, IoT, and embedded platforms. Kudu Dynamics is uniquely qualified to anticipate tomorrow's threats and build the next generation of capabilities.
Full Job Description:Join us as we work closely with stakeholders to define and build a product to meet theiroperational needs. We have a small but growing team working to solve challenging softwaredevelopment and systems programming problems. In this role, the CNO Software will leveragedeep knowledge in systems internals and networking to develop innovative solutions and highlyperformant / reliable code.
QualificationsA U.S. citizen with an active Top Secret security clearance w/SCI Eligibility.Proficiency in C/C++ programming languageKnowledge of data structures, performance optimization / tuning, multi-threadingProficiency in Python or similar scripting languageProficiency with binary and source level reverse engineering using tools like IDA Pro or Ghidra.Knowledge of network communications protocols such as TCP/IP, Industrial ControlSystems, Enterprise Networking Protocols, Internetworking protocol, etc.Strong communications skills including the ability to communicate both verbally and in writing.Experience with build systems such as Make/CMake/MesonKnowledge of Computer Architecture concepts such as page tables, memory caching,Virtualization, and DMA.Knowledge of common CNO concepts such as PE / ELF File formats, Import Table Hooking, Shellcode, etc.Experience reverse engineering closed-source Hypervisors and/or Windows Kernel (a plus)Knowledge of embedded systems development: PetaLinux, FPGA, FreeRTOS (a plus)Windows / Linux / Embedded software driver development (a plus)Responsibilities
Work in a small team to design new features / components for analyzing memory: page table discovery, memory translation, symbol table discovery, hypervisor / kernel address space analysis, PE/ELF analysis and user space memory scanning.Develop software that augments the behavior of closed-source (x86, ARM, etc.) software applications.Design and build distributed communications protocols.Participate in all aspects of the development lifecycle: research, design, develop, test, SCM, CI/CD, troubleshooting / support, and performance measurement.Benefits We Provide
Equity at a company that is doing dynamic, fun, meaningful, and interesting work.A flexible work schedule, with the option to work remotely most days, if that's your style.Your own yearly discretionary budget to buy the things that make you happy.In addition to highly competitive salaries, we offer premium healthcare options, 401k matching, and an annual pass to a swim in the bonus pool. We also offer four weeks of paid time off and 11 federal holidays to utilize whenever you want throughout the year.Awesome, enthusiastic co-workers and a company culture that promotes a jerk-free environment. Rattle the windows with the company band, participate in board game or movie nights, and help balance out the scotch vs. bourbon ratio in the office.
Kudu provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Pay Range:
$115,000 - $174,000 per year