Cryptologic Computer Scientist II

Job Posted 11/28/2024

Chiron Technology Services

Colorado Springs, CO

United States

Category Information Technology

Job Description

Overview

Chiron Technology Services, Inc. currently has a Cryptologic Computer Scientist II career opportunity in the Aurora, CO area.

Category: Cryptologic Computer Scientist II

Clearance: Top Secret/SCI with Polygraph

Capabilities:

Analyze and evaluate cryptographic algorithms and systems to identify potential vulnerabilities and assess their effectiveness in securing sensitive data
Design, develop, and refine cryptographic algorithms and protocols. Regularly update and enhance these systems to counteract emerging threats
Write and test code in programming languages such as C++, Python, or Java to support the development of cryptographic solutions and tools
Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to assist with threat detection and response
Respond to and manage new security challenges by updating cryptographic strategies and solutions

Qualifications:

A Bachelor's degree and 5 years of relevant experience or a Master's degree plus 3 years of relevant experience or a Doctoral degree and 2 years of relevant experience.
An Associate's degree plus 7 years of relevant experience may be considered for individuals with in-depth experience that is clearly related to the position.
Degree must be in Computer Science (CS). Related fields (e.g., Engineering, Mathematics) may be considered relevant if the program contains, at minimum, a concentration of courses in the following fundamental CS areas: algorthms; computer architecture (not network architecture); programming methodologies and languages; data structures; logic and computation; and advanced mathematics (for example, calculus, discrete mathematics). Information Technology (IT) or Information Systems (IS) degrees may be considered relevant if the programs contain the amount and type of coursework equivalent to a CS major.
Relevant experience must be in computer systems research; simulation/model development and prototyping; software design programming; computational science; algorithm analysis and design; reverse engineering; and/or designing/developing computer or information systems, including engineering hardware and/or software.

Compensation & Benefits:

$122K-$132K /year
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Non-matching 401K - You enjoy our support without having to contribute to get it!
Basic Life and AD&D Insurance provided at no cost to eligible employees
Access to Chiron's catalog of self-paced training courses
Two Paid Time Off (PTO)/Retirement Plan Options
10K employee referral bonus program

We are an EEO/AA Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at [email protected], let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.