What You Will Do:
As a Cryptologic Computer Scientist Level 4 at Independent Software you will bring advanced computer science expertise to some of the nations most complex technical challenges. We are a mission-first company where talented engineers are empowered to own their work innovate with autonomy and directly support national security outcomes. If you are looking for a role where your technical contributions drive real impact within a collaborative high-performing team this is the place for you.
You will apply a scientific and mission-focused approach to design develop and deliver solutions in areas such as forensics attack attribution critical network protection and penetration testing. Your work will enable state-of-the-art cryptologic and cybersecurity missions providing the tools and techniques necessary to protect critical systems and uncover adversary tactics.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design develop deliver and operate solutions to complex cryptologic computer science problems
- Perform advanced tasks in forensics attack attribution network protection warning indicators penetration testing and knowledge discovery
- Apply foundational computer science skills to national security problems creating scalable secure and mission-aligned tools
- Conduct analysis modeling simulation and reverse engineering to inform mission outcomes
Required Skills and Qualifications:- Expertise in operating systems algorithm analysis and design programming languages and data structures
- Knowledge of compiler theory computer architecture database theory and discrete mathematics
- Experience solving problems involving modeling simulation reverse engineering or hardware/software development
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a mission-driven environment
Education and Experience:
Candidates must meet one of the following:- Doctoral degree plus 7 years of relevant experience
- Masters degree plus 9 years of relevant experience
- Bachelors degree plus 11 years of relevant experience
- Associate degree plus 13 years of relevant experience
Additional requirements:- Degree in Computer Science Computer Engineering Electrical Engineering Mathematics or closely related field
- Must include at least one programming course and four upper-level math courses (Calculus level or higher)
Relevant experience must include at least one of the following:- Theoretical or applied computer science
- Modeling or simulation development
- Algorithm analysis design or evaluation
- Reverse engineering
- Design development or evaluation of computer or information systems (software or hardware)
Clearance Requirement:- Must possess an active TS/SCI with appropriatePolygraph tobe considered for this role
Were an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin veteran or disability status.
Required Experience:
Senior IC