Cryptologic Computer Scientist, Level 3 at Independent Software

Location: Fort Meade, Maryland
Type: Full-time
Level: senior
Posted: Aug 17, 2026

Description

Independent Software is hiring an experienced Cryptologic Computer Scientist, Level 3 in Fort Meade, Maryland. The role involves advanced computer science and software engineering for national-security missions, including software development, reverse engineering, vulnerability research, algorithm analysis, technical data analysis, and cloud technologies. Candidates need a qualifying degree in a related technical field, substantial relevant experience, and an active TS/SCI clearance with an appropriate polygraph.

Required Skills

Software development
Reverse engineering
Vulnerability research
Cloud technologies
Algorithms
Scripting
CNO tools

Additional Information

Minimum Education: Associate degree plus 10 years, bachelor's degree plus 8 years, master's degree plus 6 years, or doctoral degree plus 4 years of relevant experience; degree must be in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, mathematics, or a closely related field, with at least one programming course and four upper-level mathematics courses at calculus level or higher.
Required Previous Experiences: Substantial relevant experience in software engineering or at least one qualifying area such as reverse engineering, vulnerability research, algorithm analysis, modeling or simulation, CNO support, or cyber/cryptologic mission software development.
Active TS/SCI clearance with an appropriate polygraph.
Preferred Qualifications: Familiarity with CNO tools and operational support.
Interest in ongoing technical training and professional development.

About Independent Software

Independent Software

information technology solutionsEllicott City, MD, US

Independent software engineers and deploys mission solutions for our mission customers. As innovators, we have the power to provide IT solutions for decades to come.