HII is seeking a Cryptologic Computer Scientist III professional to join our Cyber and Intelligence Team! This work is performed on customer site at Fort Meade to directly collaborate with data scientists, cryptologic and cryptanalytic programmers, reverse engineers, and intelligence planners to synergistically enable real-time solutions to be implemented at the speed of need.
As part of our Cyber and Intelligence team, you will be engaged in:
- Providing support and related services to the implementation of enterprise data representations in various mission domains
- Perform end-to-end systems engineering for data flows from the perspective of data format modeling, data mapping, and support to implementers and mission customers
- This position requires strong data science expertise from cradle to grave with limited, high-level direction
Our cyber professionals are defining the future of cybersecurity, providing the most effective prevention, detection, and responses to the broad spectrum and constant evolution of threat actors. Our experts provide actionable, timely intelligence that protects our nation from adversaries’ intent on disrupting our freedoms and harming our nation. Together, we are an integral part of an important mission -- we go to work every day with the knowledge and pride that our accomplishments make a difference!
HII Mission Technologies is ranked #1 on Forbes List for Defense Contractors and ranked #11 Best Large Employers 2021-2022
Responsibilities (include but not limited to)
- Design, develop, deliver and operate solutions to hard cryptologic computer science problems within a scientific framework
- Solutions may arise in the forms of forensics and attack attribution, protection of critical networks, active systems warnings and indicators, active penetration into target systems, knowledge discovery of passive and active systems or other cryptologic computer science mission support
- Requisite computer science skills (operating systems, compiler theory, database theory, algorithm analysis, computer architecture, discrete math, programming language theory, and data structures) are applied to each problem to provide state-of-the-art techniques, tools, and approaches
Relevant Experience
- Computer systems research
- Simulation/model development and prototyping
- Software design
- Programming methodologies and languages
- Computational science
- Algorithm analysis and design
- Reverse engineering
- Designing/developing computer or information systems, including engineering hardware and/or software
Education
- Bachelor of Science in related field with 8 years relative experience
- Master of Science in related field with 6 years relative experience
- High School Diploma with 14 years relative experience
Degree must be in Computer Science (CS). Related fields (e.g., Engineering, Mathematics) may be considered relevant if the programs contain, at minimum, a concentration of courses in the following foundational CS areas:
- Algorithms
- Computer architecture (Not network architecture)
- Programming methodologies and languages
- Data structures
- Logic and computation
- Advanced mathematics (e.g., calculus, discrete math)
- IT or IS degrees may be considered relevant if the programs contain the amount and type of coursework equivalent to a CS major
In some cases, educational requirements may be adjusted or waived for applicable work experience. Work experience may be adjusted for highly specialized knowledge or uniquely applicable experience.
Clearance
Must possess an active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph for consideration
Benefits
HII offers a comprehensive benefits package that promote a “Heathy Body, Healthy Wallet and Healthy Mind.” Benefits include medical, dental and vision plan options; life insurance; competitive pay; paid holidays; paid time off; savings plan options (401K); and an employee assistance program. HII also offers employee discounts and tuition reimbursement. For more information, visit: http://hiibenefits.com.
This position is ELIGIBLE for an Employee Referral Program Bonus (grade: T09 - TS/SCI w/Poly)
Security Clearance: Top Secret/Sensitive Comp Info
Telework - Not Eligible
Diversity Statement
We are an EOE that values our employee’s talent – regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, religion or other protected characteristics –
Your Talent Is Our Strength.
Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and Veterans are encouraged to apply. Alion will provide a reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans who need assistance to apply. Please visit the Alion Careers site for more information. U.S. Citizenship Required for the majority of our positions.
Covid Notice
Federal Executive Order 14042 requires that covered contractor employees who work on, or in connection with, covered Federal contracts or at covered contractor workplaces may be required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 and comply with other requirements. Covered contractor employees also must comply with agency COVID-19 workplace safety requirements while in Federal workplaces. Applicant agrees to comply with said requirements to the extent they apply to the applied-for position.
Mission Technologies
HII’s Mission Technologies division develops integrated solutions that enable today’s connected, all – domain force. Capabilities include C5ISR systems and operations; the application of AI and machine learning to battlefield decisions; defensive and offensive cyberspace strategies and EW; unmanned, autonomous systems; LVC solutions; platform modernization; and critical nuclear operations. Together, HIIs domain expertise and advanced technologies support mission partners anywhere around the globe. For more information, visit tsd.huntingtoningalls.com.
HII’s is a global engineering and defense technologies provider. With a 135 – year history of trusted partnerships in advancing U.S. national security, HII delivers critical capabilities ranging from the most powerful and survivable naval ships ever built, to unmanned systems, ISR and AI/ML analytics. HII leads the industry in mission – driven solutions that support and enable a networked, all-domain force. Headquartered in Virginia, HII’s skilled workforce is 44,000 strong.
