Cryptologic Computer Scientist 3

Sentar

$108K — $130K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph required
  • Doctorate with 4 years, Master's with 6 years, Bachelor's with 8 years, or Associate's with 10 years relevant experience in Computer Science or related fields
  • Proficiency in programming, especially Python, and at least 4 upper-level math classes
  • Experience in computer science applications, modeling, and algorithm development
  • Demonstrated ability in reverse engineering and designing computer/information systems

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop solutions for cryptologic computer science challenges
  • Conduct VHF/RF analysis and participate in attack attribution
  • Implement forensics and protection measures for critical networks
  • Engage in active system penetration testing and knowledge discovery
  • Apply advanced computer science techniques and algorithms to complex problems

Benefits

  • Ownership model encouraging initiative and teamwork
  • Extensive medical, dental, and vision benefits with savings plan options
  • Group Life and Disability insurance provided
  • Generous 401(k) plan with matching contributions
  • Competitive PTO that increases with tenure
  • Comprehensive leave programs including maternity and military duty
  • Mental health support initiatives
  • Tuition and professional development reimbursement
  • Recognition programs for outstanding contributions
Full Job Description
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:

Our unique ownership model attracts top talent, giving employees the freedom to take initiative and drive meaningful improvements. In addition to cultivating a thriving and inclusive work environment, Sentar offers an extensive benefits package designed to support the well-being of employees and their families. Employee ownership is the foundation of our culture, promoting participation, teamwork, and accountability while ensuring long-term financial security and a commitment to excellence.
  • 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

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