Cryptanalytic Computer Scientist
Annapolis Junction, Maryland
Full Time
Salary: $115,000 – $190,000 annually
Position Overview
Our client is seeking a Cryptanalytic Computer Scientist to provide technical expertise supporting a U.S. Government customer. This full-time role offers the opportunity to contribute to mission-critical software and systems development on a major government contract. The ideal candidate will possess strong cryptanalysis skills, hands-on programming expertise, and the ability to tackle technical challenges independently or collaboratively within a team environment.
Key Responsibilities
- * Utilize mathematical models, methods, and techniques to analyze complex technical challenges and develop innovative solutions.
- * Contribute to the design, development, and improvement of cryptanalytic software tools.
- * Collaborate with cross-functional teams while maintaining the ability to work independently on complex technical issues.
- * Communicate findings, technical challenges, and solutions effectively with team members and key stakeholders.
Qualifications
Must Have:
- * Security Clearance: Active or reinstatable TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance.
- * U.S. Citizenship required.
- * 5+ years of relevant experience in cryptanalysis, software development, or a related technical area.
- * Strong software development expertise, specifically in Python and C++.
- * Ability to apply mathematical models and techniques to identify and solve technical problems.
- * Proven ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
- * Exceptional communication skills with experience engaging with technical and non-technical audiences.
Compensation and Benefits
Salary: $115,000 – $190,000 annually
- * Full CareFirst Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage for employees and their dependents.
- * Up to 25 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) annually, with 40 hours of PTO carryover.
- * 11 Federal Government holidays each year.
- * Flexible work-from-home opportunities available.
- * 401K plan with company contributions, fully vested on day one.
- * Discretionary bonuses, sign-on bonuses, and certification bonuses available.
- * Employee referral bonus program.
- * Annual professional development opportunities.
- * 100% premium coverage for life and disability insurance.
- * Additional voluntary life insurance options.
- * Employee assistance programs, financial planning services, and travel protection plans.
- * Bereavement and jury duty leave.
- * Monthly team-building events and family-friendly gatherings.
- * Technology budget to support professional development.
- * Access to Global Entry benefits and an annual swag budget.