Cryptologic Computer Scientist-2

Leidos Inc; Odenton (MD); On-site; USD 87,100 - 157,450; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401K plan with 6% company match

Flexible schedules

Technical upskilling

Job summary

Leidos Inc is seeking a Cryptologic Computer Scientist for their Fort Meade, Maryland location. This position focuses on designing and developing solutions to tackle significant challenges in cryptologic computer science, contributing directly to national security efforts.

Applicants must possess a Bachelor's degree with relevant work experience or higher. Notably, an active TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance is essential. The role promises competitive pay, an array of benefits, and a chance to work in a dynamic and impactful team.

Qualifications

• Design, develop, deliver, and operate cryptologic computer science solutions.
• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance required.
• Extensive related experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Develop solutions for forensics, attack attribution, and network protection.
• Support cryptologic mission operations within a scientific framework.
• Handle penetration testing and knowledge discovery.

Skills

Computer systems research

Programming

Algorithm analysis

Reverse engineering

Education

Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of experience

Master’s degree with 3 years of experience

Doctoral degree with 2 years of experience

Job description

Description

Leidos has a new and exciting opportunity for a Cryptologic Computer Scientist in the National Security Sector's (NSS) Cyber & Analytics Business Area (CABA). Our talented team works in Security Engineering, Computer Network Operations, Mission Software, Analytical Methods, Signals Intelligence, and Cryptographic Key Management.

Leidos offers competitive benefits such as Paid Time Off, 11 paid holidays, a 401K plan with a 6% company match, flexible schedules, discounted stock purchase plans, technical upskilling, education and training support, and parental paid leave.

Job Summary

Are you looking for interesting and meaningful ways to apply your knowledge and talents? Leidos seeks a Cryptologic Computer Scientist to support development operations in Fort Meade, Maryland. This role will help advance our mission in national security.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

• Mission Focus: Design, develop, deliver, and operate solutions to challenging cryptologic computer science problems within a scientific framework, applying techniques from operating systems, compiler theory, database theory, algorithm analysis, computer architecture, and discrete mathematics.
• Technical Proficiency: Develop solutions for forensics, attack attribution, network protection, system warnings, penetration testing, knowledge discovery, and other cryptologic mission support.
• Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree plus 5 years of relevant experience, or Master’s degree plus 3 years, or Doctoral degree plus 2 years. An associate’s degree plus 7 years of relevant experience may be considered for individuals with extensive related experience.
• Security Clearance Requirement: Active TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance.
• Desirable Skills: Experience in computer systems research, simulation/model development, software design, programming, computational science, algorithm analysis, reverse engineering, and/or development of computer or information systems.

Pay Range

Pay Range: $87,100.00 – $157,450.00. The pay range is a guideline and may vary based on responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, and market data.

Benefits

Benefits include competitive compensation, health and wellness programs, income protection, paid leave, retirement planning, and more.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.