Senior Computer Scientist
Senior Computer Scientist
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$ 126100 - 227950
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Job Description
Are you ready for a rewarding and inspiring career
Leidos is a FORTUNE 500 company bringing a mix of innovative technology and sector expertise to customers in the national security engineering and the health industries. At Leidos we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers success. We empower our teams contribute to our communities and operate sustainable. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers our people and our community. Our Mission Vision and Values guide the way we do business.
Your greatest work is ahead!
Leidos seeks highly qualified and trained Senior Computer Scientist to provide expert guidance and direction underpinning Leidos on-site support to research and development activities on Aberdeen Proving Grounds Maryland.
If this sounds like the kind of environment where you can thrive keep reading!
The Mission
The Digital Modernization Sector is focused on delivering performance-based IT services and repeatable solutions to include applying cloud-factory and aaS (as a Service) capabilities and integrating commercial products to provide a comprehensive digital engineering approach to IT transformation.
Are you ready to make an impact Begin your journey of a flourishing and meaningful career share your resume with us today!
Your Main Mission:
Individual will provide advanced technical expertise and leadership in the development integration and deployment of cutting-edge technologies to support range of Research & Development (R&D)-focused missions to include proof of concepts testing integration and validation of secure communications and network technologies Cryptographic Modernization and development and employment of defensive Cyberspace capabilities.
Provide strategic leadership on complex policy issues involving technology such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) Machine Learning (ML) Data Analytics Autonomous Systems and Cybersecurity
Lead and oversee complex R&D projects and provide guidance on the design development and implementation of advanced software and systems
Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend innovative solutions to meet mission requirements
Develop prototypes and proof-of-concept systems to demonstrate new capabilities
Collaborate with academic industrial and government partners to leverage cutting-edge innovations
Integrate hardware software and network solutions to enhance the Armys operational capabilities with focus on ensuring interoperability between different systems and platforms
Conduct rigorous testing and validation of systems in simulated and real-world environments
Contribute to the commands strategic vision by identifying future technological trends and gaps and assist in defining priorities and aligning R&D efforts with Army modernization goals
Mentor junior computer scientists and engineers to build technical expertise within the organization and foster collaboration across multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders
Interpret and apply laws regulations policies and guidance relevant to organizations objectives
Communicate complex information concepts or ideas in a confident and well-organized manner through verbal written and/or visual means
Prepare and perform briefings appropriate for senior leadership (i.e. general officer or flag officer)
Develop standards metrics and measures to support assessments process improvements and operational efficiencies across supported command
Basic Qualifications:
Must be a US Citizen
Top Secret clearance eligible for access to SCI and a Counterintelligence polygraph
Bachelors degree in Computer Science Computer Engineering or a closely related field
12 years experience with design development testing and evaluation of complex computer-based systems relating to Cryptographic Modernization technologies
10 yrs experience in programming of Encryption Algorithms and demonstrated design experience
Demonstrated expertise in Interoperability Specifications and best practices; Integration of AI technology and advancements in ML; Software development and systems integration; Cybersecurity and Information Assurance; Data Analytics; and Command and Control (C2) systems
Proficiency in programming languages such as Python Java C or others depending on project needs
Demonstrated experience with National Security Agency Certification process of cryptographic products
Demonstrated experience with software development methodologies (e.g. Agile DevSecOps)
Strong knowledge Network protocols and systems Cybersecurity tools and best practices Cloud computing and distributed systems modeling simulation and system testing
Understanding of DoD acquisition processes and policies
Broad knowledge of Blue-space Cyber capabilities and demonstrate understanding of available Cyber infrastructure or platforms to conduct Defensive Cyberspace Operations
Ability to support timely accurate relevant analytical production to include documents summaries issue papers talking points and briefings with demonstrated proficiency working in a fast-paced collaborative environment ability to proactively multi-task and meet short deadlines
Strong interpersonal critical thinking and communication skills including the ability to clearly convey complex and technical data to nontechnical consumers
Able to work across DoD and Intelligence Community to support organizational goals
Preferred Qualifications:
Demonstrated understanding Army CIO/G6 programmatic requirement development
Current or previous experience supporting US Army elements on Aberdeen Proving Ground
Masters Degree within STEM field or discipline related to Computer Science or Information Technology
Active Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent
Possess advanced technical certifications such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) or AWS Certified Solutions Architect
Demonstrated experience incorporating AI and ML into operations at any level to increase efficiency and effectiveness of operational outcome
Clearance Required:
Must possess a Top Secret clearance eligible for access to SCI and Counterintelligence (CI) polygraph or ability to obtain CI polygraph by contract start
Original Posting:
June 24 2025For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range:
Pay Range $126100.00 - $227950.00The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job education experience knowledge skills and abilities as well as internal equity alignment with market data applicable bargaining agreement (if any) or other law.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
