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# nCryptographic Security Testing Lab Director

- **Company:** Nabout Leidos
- **Location:** United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $131,300 - $237,350
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C (Programming Language), Java (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Computer Engineering, Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS), Internet Protocol Security (IP SEC), Python (Programming Language), Public Key Infrastructure, Information Technology, Programming Languages
- **Published:** November 13, 2026
- **Apply:** https://jobs.military.com/career/397351/cryptographic-security-testing-lab-director-maryland-md-columbia

## About the Role

* Provide overall technical, operational, and organizational leadership for the CSTL, including staff development, hiring, resource allocation, and performance management. \n, * Bachelor's degree in computer science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or a related technical discipline. \n
 * 10+ years of cryptographic security experience involving FIPS 140, including at least 2 years in a Cryptographic Security Testing Laboratory management role. \n
 * Expert knowledge of FIPS 140 testing, validation, and certification requirements. \n
 * CVP certification and demonstrated experience with ISO/IEC 17025 and NIST Handbook 150 compliance. \n
 * Established working relationships with NIST and the Cryptographic Module Validation Program (CMVP). \n
 * Demonstrated ability to execute all phases of a FIPS 140-3 full submission, including associated consulting activities. \n
 * Strong understanding of cryptographic algorithms and technologies, including encryption, key exchange, hashing, message authentication, PKI, and random number generation. \n
 * Knowledge of security protocols such as SSH, IPsec, and TLS. \n
 * Experience with programming languages such as C, C++, Python, or Java. \n
 * Proven ability to lead large technical teams in a fast-paced commercial environment, establish technical direction, and manage competing priorities. \n
 * Excellent written and verbal English communication, interpersonal, troubleshooting, problem-solving, and organizational skills. \n, * Master's degree in a related technical discipline. \n
 * Experience with financial management, budgeting, and laboratory business operations. \n
 * Strong proposal development and technical writing skills. \n

## Description

* Develop and execute short- and long-term strategies supporting laboratory growth, operational efficiency, and sustainability. \n
 * Maintain laboratory accreditation and compliance with ISO/IEC 17025, NIST Handbook 150, and applicable NIST requirements, including leading technical preparations for biennial accreditation assessments. \n
 * Oversee quality assurance, testing processes, and continuous improvement initiatives to ensure accurate, reliable, and consistent laboratory results. \n
 * Serve as the principal liaison with NIST, CMVP, and CAVP, representing Leidos in management meetings, workshops, and accreditation activities. \n
 * Act as an authorized laboratory signatory for applicable NIST/CMVP activities. \n
 * Lead customer engagement, technical consultations, issue resolution, and business development, including scoping new testing and certification opportunities. \n
 * Manage laboratory execution to meet customer expectations, project schedules, scope, and budgets. \n
 * Represent Leidos at relevant industry conferences and events, including the International Cryptographic Module Conference (ICMC). \n