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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Cryptologic Computer Scientist, Level 3 - **Company:** Independent Software - **Location:** Fort Meade, MD, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Data Analysis, Cloud Computing, Information Systems, Computer Programming, Computer Engineering, Data Structures, Reverse Engineering, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Technical Data Management Systems, Computer Network Operations, Information Technology, Vulnerability Analysis - **Published:** August 19, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/jobad/us382c9ae2c6b93b08ead65083b6446773 ## About the Role * Strong software engineering and development experience * Experience with reverse engineering * Experience conducting vulnerability research * Experience with cloud technologies * Strong programming and software development skills * Knowledge of algorithms, data structures, computer architecture, and computer science fundamentals * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills * Ability to independently research and solve complex technical problems Familiarity with CNO tools and operational support is preferred. Education and Experience: Candidates must meet one of the following: * Doctoral degree plus four (4) years of relevant experience * Master's degree plus six (6) years of relevant experience * Bachelor's degree plus eight (8) years of relevant experience * Associate degree plus ten (10) years of relevant experience Additional requirements: * Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, or a closely related field * Degree coursework must include at least one programming course and four upper-level mathematics courses at the 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 * Vulnerability research or exploitation * Computer Network Operations (CNO) support * Design, development, or evaluation of computer or information systems * Development of software, scripts, tools, or operational capabilities supporting cyber, cryptologic, or intelligence missions Clearance Requirement: * Must possess an active TS SCI with appropriate Polygraph to be considered for this role ## Description As a Cryptologic Computer Scientist, Level 3 at Independent Software, you will apply advanced computer science and software engineering expertise to complex mission challenges. You will develop and analyze software, conduct reverse engineering and vulnerability research, and work with cloud technologies to support mission requirements. This role requires a strong technical foundation and the ability to independently research, develop, and implement solutions in a mission-focused environment., * Design, develop, test, and maintain software solutions supporting mission requirements * Perform reverse engineering and technical analysis of software and systems * Conduct vulnerability research to identify and analyze potential weaknesses * Develop tools, scripts, and software capabilities to support technical operations * Apply computer science principles to complex analytical and engineering problems * Work with cloud technologies and cloud-based environments * Analyze software behavior, system functionality, and technical data * Develop and evaluate algorithms and technical solutions * Document technical methodologies, findings, and solutions * Collaborate with technical and mission teams to support operational objectives, What You Will Do: As a Cryptologic Computer Scientist, Level 2 at Independent Software, you will apply computer science, programming, and analytical skills to support SIGDEV, CNE… + 9 hours ago + Apply easily, What You Will Do: As a Cryptologic Computer Scientist, Level 2 at Independent Software, you will apply software development, data analysis, and computer science skills to support… + 13 hours ago + Apply easily, What You Will Do: As a Cryptologic Computer Scientist, Level 3 at Independent Software, you will apply advanced computer science, programming, and analytical skills to support ac… + 15 hours ago + Apply easily + ## Related Videos - [An alternative approach to digital sovereignty: Confidential Computing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100043-an-alternative-approach-to-digital-sovereignty-confidential-computing) - [Data Science in Retail](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/586-data-science-in-retail) - [Green Cloud Computing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/592-green-cloud-computing) - [Phel, a native Lisp for PHP](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/791-phel-a-native-lisp-for-php) - [Cyber Sleuth: Finding Hidden Connections in Cyber Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/893-cyber-sleuth-finding-hidden-connections-in-cyber-data) - [Data Science on Software Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/162-data-science-on-software-data) ## Related Articles - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [9 Ways to Make Money Hacking](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/333-9-ways-to-make-money-hacking) - [Dev Digest 134 - Where pixels sing?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/477-dev-digest-134-where-pixels-sing) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [System change: restart as developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/39-system-change-restart-as-developer) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again)