Senior Cryptologic Computer Scientist — Systems & Crypto

Black Eagle Defense; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 124,000 - 181,000; Full time

Job summary

Black Eagle Defense seeks a Cryptologic Computer Scientist III to design, develop, deliver, and operate solutions for hard cryptologic problems within a scientific framework. You will contribute to forensics, attribution, network protection, and active system testing.

The role emphasizes strong Python programming, deep computer science knowledge, and experience with theoretical or applied math, algorithm design, and system modeling. Fort Meade-based on-site work is expected.

Qualifications

• Degree must be in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, or related field
• Programming experience required, with at least one programming and 4 upper-level math courses (Calculus and above)
• Experience in theoretical or applied computer science, simulation/model development, or algorithm design/analysis

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, deliver, and operate cryptologic CS solutions
• Address forensics, attack attribution, and protection of networks
• Lead active system security testing and indicators development
• Engage in knowledge discovery of systems and methodologies

Skills

Operating systems

Compiler theory

Database theory

Algorithm analysis

Computer architecture

Discrete math

Programming language theory

Data structures

Strong Python

Education

Doctoral degree + 4 years experience

Master's degree + 6 years experience

Bachelor's degree + 8 years experience

Associates degree + 10 years experience

Job description

Black Eagle Defense seeks a Cryptologic Computer Scientist III to design, develop, deliver, and operate solutions for hard cryptologic problems within a scientific framework. You will contribute to forensics, attribution, network protection, and active system testing.

The role emphasizes strong Python programming, deep computer science knowledge, and experience with theoretical or applied math, algorithm design, and system modeling. Fort Meade-based on-site work is expected.