Cryptologic Computer Scientist, Level 3

What You Will Do

As a Cryptologic Computer Scientist, Level 3 at Independent Software, you will bring advanced computer science and software engineering expertise to some of the nation’s most complex technical challenges. We are a mission-first company where talented engineers are empowered to own their work, innovate with autonomy, and directly support national security outcomes. If you are looking for a role where your technical contributions drive real impact within a collaborative, high-performing team, this is the place for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with a Data Science Lead to build and support advanced analytics pipelines and data models
• Design, develop, deliver, and operate solutions to complex cryptologic computer science problems
• Apply software engineering best practices to mission-driven data science challenges
• Develop scalable, secure, and mission-aligned tools that support complex analytic systems
• Perform advanced tasks in forensics, attack attribution, network protection, warning indicators, penetration testing, vulnerability research, exploitation, and knowledge discovery
• Conduct analysis, modeling, simulation, and reverse engineering to inform mission outcomes
• Work with large-scale structured and unstructured datasets to uncover insights that support national security missions
• Provide support for CNO tools, mission systems, and operational cyber activities
• Expertise in operating systems, algorithm analysis and design, programming languages, and data structures
• Strong software engineering and development skills, particularly for data-driven or analytics-focused systems
• Significant experience with data science, including data wrangling, machine learning, modeling, and analytic tool development
• Knowledge of compiler theory, computer architecture, database theory, and discrete mathematics
• Experience solving problems involving modeling, simulation, reverse engineering, or hardware/software development
• Experience developing software, scripts, tools, or capabilities supporting Computer Network Operations (CNO), cyber mission activities, or operational mission requirements
• Familiarity with CNO tools, operational support activities, and mission-focused cyber environments
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a mission-driven environment

Requirements

• Candidates must meet one of the following:
• Doctoral degree plus 4 years of relevant experience
• Master’s degree plus 6 years of relevant experience
• Bachelor’s degree plus 8 years of relevant experience
• Associate degree plus 10 years of relevant experience
• Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, or closely related field
• Must include at least one programming course and four upper-level math courses (Calculus level or higher)
• Theoretical or applied computer science
• Modeling or simulation development
• Algorithm analysis, design, or evaluation
• Vulnerability research or exploitation
• Computer Network Operations (CNO) support
• Design, development, or evaluation of computer or information systems (software or hardware)
• Development of software, scripts, tools, or operational capabilities supporting cyber, cryptologic, or intelligence missions
• Must possess an active TS/SCI with appropriate Polygraph to be considered for this role

Why Choose Independent Software?

• Support critical national security missions that matter
• Be part of a close-knit, employee-first culture where your voice is heard
• Expand your skills through ongoing training, mentorship, and career development
• Enjoy competitive compensation, generous benefits, and work-life balance