Lead Cryptologic Mathematician

Overview Of Opportunity

Two Six Technologies is looking for a Lead Cryptologic Mathematician to join our Applied Mathematics team. You will work with a range of clients from the US Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) to the country’s largest ISPs to innovative tech startups. You will become a trusted advisor while learning and performing valuable technical and industry skills.

Job Responsibilities & Duties

• Participate in research programs related to applied, modern cryptography
• Aid formal methods team in evaluations of cryptographic software and systems for functional correctness and implementation mistakes
• Tackle complex technical problems for which there is often no known answer
• Forge your own path; our small team setting will provide you the opportunity for outsized impact
• Receive extensive training, mentorship, and coaching
• Execute against challenging technical goals since there's no playbook for our innovative work

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mathematics, or a related technical field
• Master’s or Ph.D. may be considered in place of some years of experience
• Minimum of 7 years experience in classical and modern cryptographic algorithms and protocols including several of:
• Standard public key algorithms
• Symmetric key ciphers and modes
• Cryptographic hash functions
• Basic coding skills in a functional or imperative language

Nice If You Have Experience

• In classical and modern cryptographic algorithms and protocols including Zero-knowledge proof, Secure multiparty computation, Post Quantum/Quantum-resistant cryptography, Fully homomorphic encryption
• Publishation history in cryptography
• Familiarity with formal methods / formal verification
• Exposure to concepts of functional programming languages (higher-order function, monads, type classes, etc.)

Benefits

We believe in rewarding skills, experience, and performance. Our offerings include but are not limited to, medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, retirement benefits, paid leave, tuition assistance and professional development.

Pay

The projected salary range listed for this position is annualized. This is a general guideline and not a guarantee of salary. Salary is one component of our total compensation package and the specific salary offered is determined by various factors, including, but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills, geographic location, as well as contract specific affordability and organizational requirements. Salary Range $140,041 - $214,100 USD

Contact Us

If you have any questions, please contact us at accommodations@twosixtech.com. We are happy to connect and cover the information needed to assist you in reaching your next career milestone.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture, hair type and protective hair styles (e.g., braids, twists, locs and twists)), color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions and lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age (40 and over), marital status, disability, genetic information, and protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. For more information review the Two Six Technologies Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Policy and the EEO Poster.