Cryptanalytic Computer Scientist

Responsibilities

The Cryptanalytic Computer Scientist will design, develop, and apply solutions to complex cryptologic and computational problems. This role requires applying advanced computer science and mathematical techniques to analyze data, develop algorithms, and solve mission-driven challenges. Work will involve designing, developing, and evaluating mathematical models, analytic methods, and computational techniques to support research, engineering, and cryptologic problem-solving efforts.

Requirements

• Level 2: A Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of relevant experience, OR A Master’s degree with 3 years of relevant experience, OR A Doctoral degree with 2 years of relevant experience, OR An Associate’s degree with 7 years of clearly related experience Degree must be in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics (including Applied Math), or related field Must include at least one programming course and four upper-level math courses (Calculus and above)
• Level 3: A Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of relevant experience, OR A Master’s degree with 6 years of relevant experience, OR A Doctoral degree with 4 years of relevant experience, OR An Associate’s degree with 10 years of clearly related experience Degree must be in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics (including Applied Math), or related field Must include at least one programming course and four upper-level math courses (Calculus and above)
• Level 4: A Bachelor’s degree with 11 years of relevant experience, OR A Master’s degree with 9 years of relevant experience, OR A Doctoral degree with 7 years of relevant experience, OR An Associate’s degree with 13 years of clearly related experience Degree must be in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics (including Applied Math), or related field Must include at least one programming course and four upper-level math courses (Calculus and above)

Qualifications

• US citizenship and an active TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance required

Skills

• Experience in computer science (theoretical or applied), including algorithm development and analytic problem solving
• Strong foundation in mathematics and computational methods
• Experience designing, developing, and evaluating models, methods, and/or techniques to solve complex problems
• Strong analytical and discovery-oriented mindset

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits including but not limited to: healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, education, and time off benefits

Pay

$49,996.80 - $290,004.00