ME-Cryptologic Computer Scientist

ME00604-Cryptologic Computer Scientist 3 Job Summary

Seeking a Cryptologic Computer Scientist to support advanced Cyber Network Operations (CNO) through software development, scripting, reverse engineering, vulnerability research, and operational analysis. This role focuses on identifying, analyzing, and exploiting vulnerabilities in support of mission objectives while developing and enhancing tools, techniques, and capabilities used in cyber operations.

• Conduct vulnerability research, reverse engineering, and technical analysis of software, firmware, protocols, and operating systems.
• Develop scripts, tools, and software capabilities to support Cyber Network Operations (CNO) and mission objectives.
• Perform technical analysis and exploitation of target systems, applications, and network services.
• Support Technical Data Network Analysis (TDNA) and Digital Network Exploitation Analysis (DNEA) activities.
• Analyze network communications, system artifacts, and collected data to identify vulnerabilities, operational opportunities, and mission‑relevant intelligence.
• Evaluate malware, binaries, and software components to determine functionality, weaknesses, and exploitation potential.
• Develop and maintain custom tools, automation scripts, and operational capabilities using languages such as Python, C/C++, Java, or similar technologies.
• Support planning, execution, and assessment of cyber operations by providing technical expertise and operational recommendations.
• Collaborate with analysts, operators, engineers, and mission partners to develop innovative technical solutions to complex cyber challenges.
• Document research findings, exploitation methodologies, and technical assessments in support of operational requirements.
• Remain current with emerging cyber threats, exploitation techniques, vulnerabilities, and adversary tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).

• Must have active Top Secret/SCI clearance with NSA Full Scope Polygraph
• Master’s degree with 6 years of relevant experience, or Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of relevant experience, or Associate’s degree with 10 years of in‑depth relevant experience that is clearly related to the position.
• Degree must be in Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, Physical Science, or a related technical field.
• Experience with software development, scripting, and technical problem solving in cybersecurity or computer science environments.
• Experience conducting reverse engineering, vulnerability analysis, or exploit development activities.
• Knowledge of operating system internals, network protocols, computer architecture, and cybersecurity principles.
• Experience supporting or performing Cyber Network Operations (CNO), exploitation, or cyber mission activities.
• Familiarity with Technical Data Network Analysis (TDNA) and/or Digital Network Exploitation Analysis (DNEA).
• Experience using Python, C/C++, Java, Assembly, or other relevant programming languages.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with the ability to solve complex technical problems.
• Ability to communicate technical findings and recommendations to diverse audiences.

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: 135, USD per year (Ft. Meade, MD). Salary is dependent upon the candidate’s experience and qualifications.