ME00508-Cryptologic Computer Scientist 3

Momentum Engineering, Inc.; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

11 paid holidays

Minimum 3 weeks PTO

Company sponsored medical plan

Company paid dental, vision, life insurance, and STD/LTD plans

Job summary

A woman-owned small business specializing in national security solutions is looking for a skilled Cryptologic Computer Scientist to support advanced cryptologic missions. Responsibilities include developing algorithms and tools to extract intelligence from complex data, with a focus on cryptanalysis and signals intelligence. The ideal candidate holds an advanced degree or equivalent experience, possesses a Top Secret clearance, and has strong skills in areas like VSAT/RF and shell scripting. This exempt hourly position includes competitive pay and generous benefits.

Qualifications

• Active Top Secret/SCI clearance with MD Full Scope Polygraph required.
• Relevant advanced degree or extensive experience related to this position.
• Strong expertise in cryptanalysis and data mining.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement algorithms for cryptanalysis and signals processing.
• Conduct research on cryptographic systems and techniques.
• Analyze network protocols and computational architectures.

Skills

Cryptanalysis

Signals intelligence (SIGINT)

High-performance computing

Shell scripting

Python

Education

Master’s degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related field

Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of relevant experience

Associate's degree with 10 years of relevant experience

Tools

VSAT/RF experience

STATCOM networking

Job description

ME00508-Cryptologic Computer Scientist 3

Momentum Engineering, Inc., a Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB), fosters an employee-centric culture. Our strength lies in our people. With a high percentage of employees holding advanced degrees in engineering, computer science, and related disciplines, we bring deep technical expertise to every mission. Our team includes professionals with security clearances and full-scope polygraphs, ensuring trusted, secure support for the most sensitive national security initiatives. Additionally, our workforce is equipped with industry-leading certifications, demonstrating a commitment to continuous learning and excellence. Most importantly, our exceptional employee retention rate reflects a culture of professional growth, mission focus, and dedication—ensuring long‑term stability and expertise for our customers’ critical needs.

Job Summary

• Seeking a highly skilled Cryptologic Computer Scientist to support advanced research and operational cryptologic missions.
• Role involves developing, analyzing, and deploying algorithms, systems, and tools used to extract intelligence from complex digital data
• Ideal candidates combine expertise in computer science with knowledge of cryptanalysis, signals intelligence (SIGINT), and high-performance computing to solve challenging national security problems

Primary Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and optimize algorithms and software for cryptanalysis, data mining, and signals processing
• Conduct research on emerging technologies, cryptographic systems, and adversarial computing techniques
• Develop tools and techniques to extract value from encrypted or obfuscated data sources
• Analyze network protocols, encrypted data streams, and computational architectures

Required Qualifications

• Must have active Top Secret/SCI clearance with MD Full Scope Polygraph
• Master’s degree with 6 years of relevant experience, Bachelor’s Degree with 8 years of relevant experience, or Associate's degree with 10 years of in‑depth relevant experience that is clearly related to the position
• Degree must be in Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, a Physical Science, or a related technical field
• VSAT/RF experience
• Strong Signals and Protocol analysis skills
• STATCOM networking and analysis knowledge
• Shell scripting and familiarity with python

Desired Qualifications

• 452 Graduate

Exempt hourly position. 11 paid holidays, minimum of 3 weeks PTO, company sponsored group medical plan, company paid dental, vision, life insurance, and STD/LTD plans. Salary is dependent upon the candidate’s experience and qualifications.

The pay range for this role is:

130,000 - 180,000 USD per year (Ft. Meade MD)