Cryptanalytic Computer Scientist with Security Clearance

RealmOne; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

RealmOne in Baltimore, MD is seeking a Cryptanalytic Computer Scientist to design and evaluate algorithms for cryptographic challenges. You will apply mathematical models and engineering approaches to analyze vulnerabilities and secure sensitive information across diverse computing environments.

This role involves high-performance computing work and requires a proven track record in computer science, mathematics, and related fields, plus an active polygraph security clearance.

Qualifications

• Degree in CS/Engineering/Math or related field with programming experience and advanced math coursework.
• Active Security Clearance with Polygraph is required.
• Experience in theoretical or applied CS, algorithms, or development to solve cryptographic problems.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and evaluate algorithms for cryptographic and security problems.
• Create mathematical models to study cryptographic systems and vulnerabilities.
• Work on high-performance computing projects to optimize cryptographic processes.

Skills

Cryptanalytic thinking

Mathematics proficiency

High-performance computing

Programming

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Doctoral degree

Associates degree

Job description

Job Description Are you VIGILANT about your career? RealmOne definitely is! RealmOne was built on the principle that people matter first and foremost. We believe in providing a strong work/life balance by investing in our employees and encouraging professional and personal growth. We do this by offering exceptional benefits, flexible schedules, and the tools necessary to achieve success through paid training, mentoring, and the opportunity to work alongside top-notch industry professionals. Join us on this journey as we execute this mission-critical contract providing high-end analytics and data science services within the REALM of cybersecurity. Your effort and expertise are crucial to the success and execution of this impactful mission. This opportunity supports a team of Data Scientists, Cryptologic Computer Scientists, Cryptanalytic Computer Scientists, Cryptologic Cyber Planners, Intrusion Analysts, Protocol Analysts, Signals Analysts and Reverse Engineers, responsible for improving, protecting, and defending our Nation's Security . Job Description: We are looking for a Cryptanalytic Computer Scientist who can apply their expertise in computer science, mathematics, and engineering to design, develop, and evaluate algorithms and techniques for solving complex cryptographic and security-related problems. The ideal candidate will create and utilize mathematical models and methods to study cryptographic systems, analyze vulnerabilities, and develop solutions to secure sensitive information. Additionally, you will work on high-performance computing projects to optimize cryptographic processes and address security challenges across diverse computing environments. The Cryptanalytic Computer Scientist shall possess the following capabilities:

• Design, develop, and evaluate algorithms and techniques for solving complex cryptographic and security-related problems.
• Create and utilize mathematical models and methods to study cryptographic systems, analyze vulnerabilities, and develop solutions to secure sensitive information.
• Work on high-performance computing projects to optimize cryptographic processes and address security challenges across diverse computing environments.

Qualifications: * Level 1:

• Bachelor's Degree with 2 years of relevant experience
• Associates degree with 4 years of relevant experience
• Level 2:
• Master's Degree with 3 years of relevant experience * Bachelor's Degree with 5 years of relevant experience
• Associates degree with 7 years of relevant experience
• Level 3:
• Doctoral degree plus 4 years of relevant experience
• Master's degree with 6 years of relevant experience
• Bachelor's Degree with 8 years of relevant experience
• Associates degree with 10 years of relevant experience * Level 4:
• Doctoral degree plus 7 years of relevant experience
• Master's degree with 9 years of relevant experience
• Bachelor's Degree with 11 years of relevant experience
• Associates degree with 13 years of relevant experience * All Levels:
• 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) * Relevant experience must be in a computer science area (i.e. theoretical or applied), designing/developing/using/evaluating mathematic 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. Position requires active Security Clearance with appropriate Polygraph