Cryptologic Computer Scientist 2
US Citizens only. Active TS/SCI Clearance and Polygraph required.
About the role
Design, develop, deliver, and operate solutions to hard cryptologic computer science problems within a scientific framework. Solutions may include:
- Forensics and attack attribution
- Protection of critical networks
- Active systems warnings and indicators
- Active penetration into target systems
- Knowledge discovery of passive and active systems
- Other cryptologic computer science mission support
Apply requisite computer science skills—operating systems, compiler theory, database theory, algorithm analysis, computer architecture, discrete math, programming language theory, and data structures—to provide state-of-the-art techniques, tools, and approaches.
Requirements
- Minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience and a Doctoral degree, or three (3) years of relevant experience and a Master’s degree, or five (5) years of relevant experience and a Bachelor’s degree, or seven (7) years of relevant experience and an Associate’s degree (may be considered).
- Degree must be in Computer Science; related fields (e.g., Engineering, Mathematics) may be considered depending on program content.
- Relevant experience must be in one or more of the following areas:
- Computer systems research
- Simulation/model development and prototyping
- Software design
- Programming
- Computational science
- Algorithm analysis and design
- Reverse engineering
- Designing/developing computer or information systems, including engineering hardware and/or software
Pay
Compensation range: $88,000 – $121,000. Ranges encompass a total compensation package and are a general guideline only. Determination of official compensation relies on factors including level of position, complexity of job responsibilities, geographic location, candidate’s scope of relevant work experience, educational background, certifications, contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements, and alignment with local market data.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Life insurance
- Disability coverage
- Paid time off
- Maternity/paternity leave
- 401(k) company match
- Training/education reimbursements
- Other work/life programs