ME00643-Cryptologic Computer Scientist 2

Momentum Engineering; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 110,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

11 paid holidays

3 weeks PTO

Health plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

Life insurance

STD/LTD

Job summary

Momentum Engineering, Inc. located at Fort Meade, Maryland, seeks a Cryptologic Computer Scientist to support discovery, access enablement, technical analysis, and automation activities.

The ideal candidate will have CNO experience, be comfortable with XKS and DX, and possess strong Python scripting and Jupyter Notebook skills. The role involves performing access discovery and enablement, conducting technical analysis, developing automation scripts, and building notebooks to support analyst

Qualifications

• Active Top Secret/SCI clearance with NSA Full Scope Polygraph required.
• Bachelor’s Degree with 3 years of relevant experience, or Associate's with 5 years of related experience.
• Experience with access discovery and enablement.
• Python scripting and automation experience.
• Ability to perform technical analysis in specialized mission environments.
• Comfortable working with XKS and DX.
• Jupyter Notebook proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Perform access discovery and enablement activities supporting CNO missions.
• Conduct technical analysis using XKS and DX.
• Develop Python scripts and automation capabilities to support analyst workflows.
• Build and maintain Jupyter notebooks for analysis, prototyping, and mission support.
• Analyze technical data to identify access opportunities and mission-relevant findings.
• Develop repeatable analytical and automation workflows.
• Support technical discovery and follow-on mission activities.

Skills

Python scripting

Jupyter Notebook

CNO experience

Education

Bachelor’s Degree with 3 years of relevant experience

Associate's degree with 5 years of related experience

Tools

XKS

DX

C++

Job description

ME00643-Cryptologic Computer Scientist 2

Momentum Engineering Fort Meade, Maryland, United States

About this position

Momentum Engineering, Inc. 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 Cryptologic Computer Scientist to support discovery, access enablement, technical analysis, and automation activities
• The ideal candidate will have CNO experience, be comfortable working with XKS and DX, and possess strong Python scripting and Jupyter Notebook skills

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform access discovery and enablement activities supporting CNO missions
• Conduct technical analysis using XKS and DX
• Develop Python scripts and automation capabilities to support analyst workflows
• Build and maintain Jupyter notebooks for analysis, prototyping, and mission support
• Analyze technical data to identify access opportunities and mission-relevant findings
• Develop repeatable analytical and automation workflows
• Support technical discovery and follow-on mission activities

Required Qualifications

• Must have active Top Secret/SCI clearance with NSA Full Scope Polygraph
• Bachelor’s Degree with 3 years of relevant experience, Associate's degree with 5 years of experience may be considered for individuals with in-depth experience that is clearly related to the position
• Experience with access discovery and enablement
• Python scripting and automation experience
• Ability to perform technical analysis in specialized mission environments
• Comfortable working with XKS and DX
• Jupyter Notebook proficiency

Desired Qualifications

• CNO experience
• NESCAA/TFO-related experience
• C++ experience
• Mobile application analysis experience

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.

Salary Information

The pay range for this role is: 110,000 - 145,000 USD per year (Ft. Meade MD)