Cryptologic Computer Scientist 2

Sentar Inc.; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Voluntary Medical, Dental, Vision with

Health Savings or Flexible Spending

Voluntary Life, Critical Illness, etc.

Group Term Life, Short/Long-Term Dis.

401(k) match

Generous PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development reimbursement

Recognition and Awards programs

Job summary

Sentar Inc. is seeking a Cryptologic Computer Scientist to design, develop, and operate solutions for cryptologic challenges. You will tackle forensics, attribution, and protection of critical networks using advanced computer science techniques.

The role requires TS/SCI with active poly, strong programming background, and experience with automation. Familiarity with Python, Jupyter Notebooks, C++, and mobile app analysis is preferred.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree with 3 years of relevant experience or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of relevant experience or equivalent.
• Associates degree with 7 years of relevant experience or equivalent.
• Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, or related field with programming and calculus coursework.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, deliver, and operate cryptologic computer science solutions.
• Apply computer science methods to forensics, attribution, and protection of networks and systems.
• Utilize Python and Jupyter Notebooks for automation and scripting; familiarity with C++, mobile app analysis and CNO preferred.

Skills

Python

Jupyter Notebooks

C++

Mobile app analysis

Education

Master’s degree

Bachelor’s degree

Associates degree

CS/CE/EE/Math degree with calculus

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.

Sentar is seeking a Cryptologic Computer Scientist 2!

Role Description

We are searching for a Cryptologic Computer Scientist to design, develop, deliver, and operate solutions to hard cryptologic computer science problems within a scientific framework. You will create solutions derived from forensics and attack attribution, facilitate protection of critical networks and active systems, and conduct knowledge discovery of passive and active systems, or other cryptologic computer science mission support. The right candidate will apply requisite computer science skills (operating systems, compiler theory, databased theory, algorithm analysis, computer architecture, discrete math, programming language theory, and data structure) to each problem to provide state-of -the‑art techniques, tools, and approaches. This particular position requires access discovery and enablement experience, and you need to be familiar with analytic modernization tools. You need to have experience with automation and scripting using Python and Jupyter Notebooks. C++, any mobile app analysis experience, and CNO experience is preferred.

Qualifications

Clearance Level: TS/SCI with active Poly

Education/Experience

• 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.
• 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), simulation/model development, designing/developing/using/evaluating mathematic models, methods, and/or techniques (e.g. algorithm or development) computation science, algorithm analysis and design, reverse engineering, and/or designing/developing computer and information systems, including engineering hardware and/or software.

Benefits At Sentar

Our unique ownership model attracts top talent, giving employees the freedom to take initiative and drive meaningful improvements. In addition to cultivating a thriving and inclusive work environment, Sentar offers an extensive benefits package designed to support the well‑being of employees and their families. Employee ownership is the foundation of our culture, promoting participation, teamwork, and accountability while ensuring long‑term financial security and a commitment to excellence.

• 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

Sentar is an affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Vets/Persons with Disabilities

Our culture is one of inclusivity and support. Sentar is proudly an Equal Opportunity and VEVRAA Federal Contractor Employer M/F/Vets/Persons with Disabilities. Follow these links to learn more about your rights: EEO Is the Law Poster; EEO Is Law Supplement; and Pay Transparency.

We want you to build your career at Sentar, so if you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable workplace accommodation applying for a job or at any point in the employment process, contact the Recruiting Manager at [e-mail]. Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed. Thank you for considering Sentar in your employment search.

Build, Innovate, Secure Your Career at Sentar.