Cryptanalytic Software Engineer

Intelligence Careers; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 95,000 - 153,000; Full time

Job summary

NSA is seeking an entry to mid-level Cryptanalytic Computer Scientist in Maryland to join a team focused on cryptanalytic research and software development. The role involves applying CS expertise to develop cryptanalytic capabilities, exploit cryptographic systems, and collaborate across teams.

Qualifications include a CS/CE/EE/SE/Math degree, experience with C/C++, Rust, Python, and familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, containers, and cryptographic concepts.

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Mathematics or related field with relevant coursework in algorithms, data structures, and mathematics.
• Relevant experience in cryptanalysis, CS, network operations, or data science is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop cryptanalytic capabilities and techniques to exploit cryptographic systems.
• Apply computer science expertise to solve complex cryptanalytic problems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build and maintain robust software frameworks.

Skills

C/C++

Rust

Python

Assembly

CI/CD

Docker

Kubernetes

Cryptography basics

Network analysis

Education

BS in CS/EE/Math or related fields

Tools

GitLab

GitHub

Jenkins

Job description

NSA is seeking an entry to mid-level Cryptanalytic Computer Scientist in Maryland to join a team focused on cryptanalytic research and software development. The role involves applying CS expertise to develop cryptanalytic capabilities, exploit cryptographic systems, and collaborate across teams.

Qualifications include a CS/CE/EE/SE/Math degree, experience with C/C++, Rust, Python, and familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, containers, and cryptographic concepts.