CNO Malware Computer Scientist

peraton· Cyber Security
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📍 Fort Meade, MD, USFULL TIME

About this role

Responsibilities

Peraton is currently sourcing a Computer Network Operations professional with malware experience.  Responsibilities for this computer science role includes:

  • Develop software programs that have network communications and the ability to persist across reboots
  • Perform agile development, accurately estimate the time to complete tasks and respond to time-sensitive operational requirements
  • Document software designs and explain the performance tradeoffs made.

Understand how malware is detected by personal security products and/or network monitoring and evade such detection.

  • Develop and execute a comprehensive testing methodology for software products (e.g. unit tests, functional testing and integration testing)
  • Develop complex algorithms

 

#MDFSP

Qualifications

This position requires the following:

  • Five (5) years’ experience in software development and a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a relevant field of expertise (e.g. Engineering, Physical Science, Computer Science, and Systems Engineering). 
  • Three (3) years of experience with MS/MA degree in a relevant field of study.
  • PhD in a relevant field of experience.
  • Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph is required

Experience in the following areas are highly desired:

  • Experience with C development and reverse engineering
  • Development on or analysis of Mobile devices (native Android)
  • Strong proficiency in C programming
  • Performing reverse engineering on diverse architectures
  • Vulnerability analysis and research
  • Python
  • Experience in Computer Network Operations to include Computer Network Exploitation (CNE), Computer Network Attack (CNA or computer security experience on Windows, UNIX, or Mobile platforms.

Peraton Overview

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Target Salary Range

$146,000 - $234,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

EEO

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.

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This CNO Malware Computer Scientist role at peraton is based in Fort Meade, MD, US. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the CNO Malware Computer Scientist role at peraton full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a FULL TIME position. It is posted as a CNO Malware Computer Scientist role in the Cyber Security department at peraton.
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This CNO Malware Computer Scientist position at peraton was posted on Jan 26, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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