Cryptanalytic Computer Scientist—TS/SCI Clearance

Weeghman & Briggs, LLC; Maryland; On-site; USD 135,000 - 158,000; Full time

Job summary

Weeghman & Briggs, LLC in Annapolis Junction, MD, seeks a Cryptanalytic Computer Scientist 3 for mission-critical government programs. This onsite role requires TS/SCI with polygraph and offers a full-time position with a competitive salary.

You will design, develop, and evaluate algorithms for cryptographic and security problems, collaborate across teams, and ensure compliance with security standards to protect sensitive information. Strong math and computing skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with polygraph
• Bachelor’s/Master’s/PhD requirements with years of relevant experience
• Experience in computer science theory and/or applied mathematics
• Experience with cryptographic systems and algorithms

Responsibilities

• Support mission-critical programs in secure government environments
• Analyze requirements and translate them into actionable solutions
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality results
• Ensure compliance with contract and security standards
• Contribute ideas to improve processes, efficiency, and performance
• Design, develop, and evaluate algorithms and techniques for cryptographic and security problems
• Create and utilize mathematical models to study cryptographic systems and vulnerabilities
• Work on high-performance computing projects to optimize cryptographic processes

Skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Strong written communication

Strong verbal communication

Education

Doctoral degree + 4 years

Master’s degree + 6 years

Bachelor’s degree + 8 years

Associate degree + 10 years

CS/CE/Math degree + advanced math coursework

Tools

Programming experience

High‑performance computing

Job description

Weeghman & Briggs, LLC in Annapolis Junction, MD, seeks a Cryptanalytic Computer Scientist 3 for mission-critical government programs. This onsite role requires TS/SCI with polygraph and offers a full-time position with a competitive salary.

You will design, develop, and evaluate algorithms for cryptographic and security problems, collaborate across teams, and ensure compliance with security standards to protect sensitive information. Strong math and computing skills are essential.