Cryptologic Computer Scientist 4

RealmOne; Columbia, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 207,000 - 262,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

401K retirement plan

Paid time off

Career growth

Employee benefits

Job summary

RealmOne is seeking a Cryptologic Computer Scientist at Level 4 to design and operate advanced cryptologic solutions within a scientific framework. You will work on forensics, attribution, and protection of critical networks, applying a broad CS toolkit to real-world cyber challenges.

The role emphasizes building robust systems with multi-source data, strong programming, and system engineering experience to support national security missions.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree or Master’s/Bachelor’s with extensive relevant experience in CS/cryptology or math.
• Strong background in theoretical or applied CS relevant to cryptologic missions.
• Ability to design and evaluate complex mathematical and computational models.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, deliver, and operate cryptologic CS solutions within a scientific framework.
• Apply CS knowledge to forensics, attribution, network protection, and indicators.
• Contribute to system engineering and robust housing of multi-source data.

Skills

Cryptologic CS

Forensics & attribution

Protection of critical networks

Knowledge discovery

Operating Systems

Compiler Theory

Database Theory

Algorithm Analysis

Computer Architecture

Discrete Math

Programming Language Theory

Data Structures

Education

Doctoral degree + 7 years experience

Master’s degree + 9 years experience

Bachelor’s degree + 11 years experience

Associates degree + 13 years experience

CS/CE/EE/Math related degree with programming and 4 upper‑level math courses

Job description

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 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 will focus on building a robust system that takes data from different sources and creates a housing mechanism. Experience in system engineering and programming is desired.

The Level 4 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:

• 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.
• 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.

Position requires active Security Clearance with appropriate Polygraph

Pay Range:

207,000- 262,000

The RealmOne pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Our approach to crafting offers considers various factors to establish an equitable and competitive compensation package. These considerations include, but are not limited to, the extent and intricacy of the role’s responsibilities, the candidate’s educational background, their work experience, and the specific competencies crucial for success in the role.

• Healthcare Coverage + Insurance: Medical: Three (3) rich healthcare options through CareFirst with 100% or majority company-paid premiums. Tax-advantaged health savings account available with generous employer contribution. Dental + Vision: 100% employer-paid for employees and family, with a buy-up option available.
• Retirement + Savings: 401K – 10% TOTAL CONTRIBUTION – 5% safe harbor – 5% annual profit share (both immediately vested!).
• Paid Time Off + More: 4 weeks starting PTO – 11 federal holidays + 2 floating holidays – Paid hours for company-required training.
• Career Growth + Development: Access to FREE 24/7 learning via Udemy – Opportunities to participate in tech councils, industry initiatives, etc. – $7,500 annual Educational & Professional Development Assistance.
• MORE BENEFITS…FOR EVERY LIFESTYLE! – Paid parental leave – Annual swag drops – Flexible work schedules -Generous referral bonus program – Employee appreciation + family-friendly corporate events …and much more.

ABOUT US

• RealmOne is a mid-sized science and technology company dedicated to solving our customers’ toughest mission challenges.
• Headquartered in Columbia, MD., RealmOne supplies advanced cybersecurity, data science, and software engineering services and products to customers in the Government and commercial sectors.
• RealmOne delivers encompassing mission assurance and critical systems support to government customers across various U.S. locations to include Colorado, Georgia, Hawaii, Texas, Utah, and Virginia.
• RealmOne has won numerous awards, including Top Workplaces by the Baltimore Sun. Across more than 20 prime contracts, RealmOne is a premier innovator for the Government and Department of Defense, and our team is located across the United States.