Cryptanalytic Computer Scientist 1

Sentar Inc.; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Voluntary Medical, Dental, Vision options

Generous 401(k) match

Competitive PTO plan

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development reimbursement

Mental health awareness programs

Recognition and Awards programs

Job summary

A technology solutions provider in Fort Meade, Maryland is seeking a Cryptanalytic Computer Scientist. This role involves solving complex cryptographic challenges, developing algorithms, and enhancing cybersecurity measures. Applicants must have a strong background in programming, experience in cryptography, and a Bachelor's degree in a related field. Competitive benefits, including comprehensive healthcare and a generous 401(k) match, are offered.

Qualifications

• Must have strong programming skills.
• Experience in cryptography is essential.
• At least 4 upper-level math classes (Calculus and above) required.

Responsibilities

• Solve complex cryptographic challenges.
• Analyze large-scale datasets.
• Develop and implement algorithms to enhance cybersecurity measures.

Skills

Python

PySpark

Cryptography

Distributed data processing frameworks

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, or related field

Job description

Sentar is proud to be an employee‑owned company, fostering a culture of empowerment, collaboration, and innovation. Sentar is dedicated to developing the critical talent that the connected world demands to create solutions to address the convergence of cybersecurity, intelligence, analytics, and systems engineering. We invite you to join the team where you can build, innovate, and secure your career.

Role Description

Cryptanalytic Computer Scientist with expertise in Python and PySpark to help us solve complex cryptographic challenges and analyze large‑scale datasets. You will develop and implement algorithms to break codes, secure information, and enhance cybersecurity measures. You need to have strong programming skills, experience in cryptography, and the ability to work with distributed data processing frameworks.

Qualifications

Clearance Level: TS/SCI with active Poly

Education

Bachelor's degree must be in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field with at least one programming and at least 4 upper‑level math classes (Calculus and above)

Experience

2 years of relevant experience or Associate’s Degree with 4 years of in‑depth relevant experience that is clearly related to the position.

Relevant experience must be in a computer science area (i.e. theoretical or applied), designing/developing/using/evaluating mathematical models, methods, and/or techniques (e.g. algorithm or development) to study issues and solve problems, engineering (electrical or computer), and/or high performance computing.

Benefits At Sentar

• Voluntary Medical, Dental, Vision, with Health Savings or Flexible Spending Plan options
• Voluntary Life, Critical Illness, Accident, and Long Term Care insurance options
• Group Term Life, Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability is provided by Sentar to all qualifying employees
• Generous 401(k) match
• Competitive PTO plan that graduates quickly with years of service
• Other leave programs; holiday schedule along with bereavement, maternity, jury and military duty
• Mental health awareness programs
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional development reimbursement
• Recognition and Awards programs

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