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Contract Applied Cryptography Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Senior Specialty Protocol Engineer

Concord, CA · On-site

$114K - $157K/yr

You'll work at the intersection of distributed systems and applied cryptography, translating ... Comfort building custom modules and modifying consensus logic, not just deploying smart contracts

Senior Specialty Protocol Engineer

Columbus, OH · On-site

$100K - $138K/yr

You'll work at the intersection of distributed systems and applied cryptography, translating ... Comfort building custom modules and modifying consensus logic, not just deploying smart contracts

Senior Specialty Protocol Engineer

Iselin, NJ · On-site

$106K - $145K/yr

You'll work at the intersection of distributed systems and applied cryptography, translating ... Comfort building custom modules and modifying consensus logic, not just deploying smart contracts

Contract Penetration Tester At Bishop Fox, security isn't just a job-it's our passion. As leaders ... applied cryptography * Ability to communicate complex technical findings clearly and provide ...

Contract Penetration Tester At Bishop Fox, securityisn'tjust a job-it'sour passion. As leaders in ... applied cryptography * Ability to communicate complex technical findings clearly and provide ...

PKI Engineer, Senior

$117K - $160K/yr

... knowledge of applied cryptography and key management. * Experience leading cryptographic ... contract-specific affordability, government clearance and investigation level, and years of ...

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How much do contract applied cryptography jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for contract applied cryptography in the United States is $106,583.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $66,000.00 and $128,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contract Applied Cryptography vs Contract Cybersecurity Specialist?

AspectContract Applied CryptographyContract Cybersecurity Specialist
Required CredentialsCryptography certifications, security clearancesCybersecurity certifications (CISSP, CEH)
Work EnvironmentResearch labs, security firms, government agenciesCorporate, government, or consulting firms
Employer & Industry UsageTech, defense, finance sectorsBroad industry sectors including finance, healthcare, tech
Search & Comparison IntentFocus on cryptographic protocols and encryptionFocus on overall security measures and threat mitigation

Contract Applied Cryptography specialists focus on designing and implementing cryptographic protocols and encryption methods, often working on highly technical security projects. Contract Cybersecurity Specialists have a broader role, addressing overall security strategies, threat detection, and mitigation across various systems. While both roles require security certifications and work in security-focused environments, their core responsibilities and expertise areas differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Contract Applied Cryptography job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% Internship, 92% Full Time, and 4% Part Time. Highlights an 78% In-person, and 22% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $106,583 per year, or $51.2 per hour.
Security Testing - Mountain View, CA

Security Testing - Mountain View, CA

Georgia IT Inc

Mountain View, CA

Other

Posted 14 hours ago


Job description

Security Testing

Location: Mountain View, CA

Position Type: Contract

Must Have Skills: Assembly language Experience Experience with static and dynamic analysis of malicious binaries. Experience with JAVA

Nice to have skills: Software vulnerability analysis (fuzzers, shellcode development). Strong selfmotivation and orientation toward results.

Detailed Job Description: Assembly language Experience Experience with static and dynamic analysis of malicious binaries. Experience with JAVA Experience with security related data analysis Minimum years of experience: 5+ Certifications Needed: Yes BA or BS degree

Top 3 responsibilities you would expect the Subcon to shoulder and execute: Experience with security related data analysis. Familiarity with tools such as IDA Pro or OllyDbg Strong foundation in and indepth technical knowledge of security engineering, computer and network security, authentication and security protocols and applied cryptography.


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A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES ORGANIZATION WITH A VISION OF DELIVERING SIMPLE AFFORDABLE, SUSTAINABLE SOLUTIONS FOR COMPLEX PROBLEMS WITH INTEGRITY. OUR GOAL IS TO ACHIEVE ALL THIS IN A COLLABRATIVE APPROACH WITH ALL PARTIES INVOLVED IN DELIVERING SOLUTIONS/PRODUCTS.

Industry

It services

Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

Alpharetta, GA, US

Year founded

2007

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