Cryptologic Computer Scientist 3

Sentar Inc.; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401(k) match

Generous PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development reimbursement

Recognition programs

Job summary

Sentar Inc. seeks a Cryptologic Computer Scientist III in Maryland to design, develop, and deliver advanced cryptologic solutions across forensics, attribution, and network protection.

The role emphasizes applying computer science theory and state-of-the-art techniques in a scientific framework. The candidate will leverage Python and perform tasks such as active system penetration, data analysis, and knowledge discovery, contributing to mission-critical cyber operations within Sentar’s expert

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree with 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.
• 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)

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, deliver, and operate cryptologic computer science solutions within a scientific framework.
• The solutions may arise in forensics, attribution, protection of critical networks, active system warnings and indicators, active penetration into target systems, knowledge discovery of passive and active systems, or other cryptologic mission support.
• Requisite computer science skills (operating systems, compiler theory, database theory, algorithm analysis, computer architecture, discrete math, programming language theory, and data structures) are applied to each problem to provide state-of-the-art techniques, tools, and approaches.

Skills

Python

Education

Doctoral degree

Master’s degree

Bachelor’s Degree

Associates degree

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 3 in MD!

Role Description:

We are looking for a skilled cryptologic computer scientist to design, develop, and deliver cutting-edge solutions in a scientific framework. You will work on a variety of mission-critical tasks, such as forensics, attack attribution, critical network protection, and penetration testing. Using your expertise in computer science, you will apply advanced techniques and tools, covering areas like operating systems, algorithms, and data structures, to tackle complex issues. You’ll contribute to impactful cryptologic and computer science missions with state-of-the-art approaches. We are specifically looking for someone who can conduct VHF/RF analysis utilizing their familiarity with Python.

The Level 3 Cryptologic Computer Scientist shall possess the following capabilities:

• Design, develop, deliver, and operate solutions to hard cryptologic computer science problems within a scientific framework.
• The solutions may arise in the forms of forensics and attack attribution, protection of critical networks, active systems warnings and indicators, active penetration into target systems, knowledge discovery of passive and active systems, or other cryptologic computer science mission support.
• Requisite computer science skills (operating systems, compiler theory, database theory, algorithm analysis, computer architecture, discrete math, programming language theory, and data structures are applied to each problem to provide state-of-the-art techniques, tools, and approaches.

Qualifications:

Clearance Level: TS/SCI with active Poly

Education:

• 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
• 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)

Experience:

• 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:

• 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 Affimative 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.

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