Independent Software-posted 3 months ago
Senior
Fort Meade, MD
11-50 employees
Publishing Industries

As a Cryptologic Computer Scientist, Level 3 at Independent Software, you will bring advanced computer science and software engineering expertise to some of the nation's 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. In this role, you'll work at the intersection of software development, data science, and mission analytics. You will support a senior Data Science lead in designing and building analytics platforms, developing tools to process and model large datasets, and creating scalable solutions that support national security efforts. Your experience in data-driven systems, algorithm development, and analytic pipelines will be key in enabling advanced cryptologic and cybersecurity missions. 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.

  • Collaborate closely with a Data Science Lead to build and support advanced analytics pipelines and data models
  • Design, develop, deliver, and operate solutions to complex cryptologic computer science problems
  • Apply software engineering best practices to mission-driven data science challenges
  • Develop scalable, secure, and mission-aligned tools that support complex analytic systems
  • Perform advanced tasks in forensics, attack attribution, network protection, warning indicators, penetration testing, and knowledge discovery
  • Conduct analysis, modeling, simulation, and reverse engineering to inform mission outcomes
  • Work with large-scale structured and unstructured datasets to uncover insights that support national security missions
  • Expertise in operating systems, algorithm analysis and design, programming languages, and data structures
  • Strong software engineering and development skills, particularly for data-driven or analytics-focused systems
  • Significant experience with data science, including data wrangling, machine learning, modeling, and analytic tool development
  • 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
  • Support critical national security missions that matter
  • Be part of a close-knit, employee-first culture where your voice is heard
  • Expand your skills through ongoing training, mentorship, and career development
  • Enjoy competitive compensation, generous benefits, and work-life balance
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