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MLabs

Senior Infrastructure Engineer

$180K - $300K/yr

Solid understanding of infrastructure security and applied cryptography fundamentals ... Experience with blockchain networks and smart contracts . * Familiarity with other secure ...

Ascensus Global Inc

Cryptologic Instructor

Columbia, MD

$21.25 - $27.50/hr

This position is pending contract award. Requirements ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: * Develop and ... In lieu of the relevant bachelor's degree: four (4) additional years of applied, practical ...

Ascensus Global Inc.

Cryptologic Instructor

Columbia, MD · On-site

$56K - $74K/yr

This position is pending contract award. Requirements: ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: * Develop and ... In lieu of the relevant bachelor's degree: four (4) additional years of applied, practical ...

MultiLingual Solutions

Cryptologic Instructor

Columbia, MD · On-site

$56K - $74K/yr

This position is pending contract award. Requirements ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: * Develop and ... In lieu of the relevant bachelor's degree: four (4) additional years of applied, practical ...

Mysten Labs

Security Engineer

$140K - $190K/yr

... contracts and general on-chain operations, including key generation, storage, access controls ... Solid understanding of applied cryptography fundamentals and the common ways cryptographic systems ...

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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.
Cryptologic Computer Scientist

Cryptologic Computer Scientist

iNovex Information Systems

Dayton, OH • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 11 days ago

Job description

Job Brief
Computer Science, programming, network
Job Description
Are you VIGILANT about your career? RealmOne definitely is!
RealmOne was built on the principle that people matter first and foremost. We believe in providing a strong work/life balance by investing in our employees and encouraging professional and personal growth. We do this by offering exceptional benefits, flexible schedules, and the tools necessary to achieve success through paid training, mentoring, and the opportunity to work alongside top-notch industry professionals.
Join us on this journey as we execute this mission-critical contract providing high-end analytics and data science services within the REALM of cybersecurity.
Your effort and expertise are crucial to the success and execution of this impactful mission. This opportunity supports a team of Data Scientists, Cryptologic Computer Scientists, Cryptanalytic Computer Scientists, Cryptologic Cyber Planners, Intrusion Analysts, Protocol Analysts, Signals Analysts and Reverse Engineers, responsible for improving, protecting, and defending our Nation's Security.
Job Description:
We are searching for a Cryptologic Computer Scientist to design, develop, deliver, and operate solutions to hard cryptologic computer science problems within a scientific framework.You will create solutions derived from forensics and attack attribution, facilitate protection of critical networks and active systems, and conduct knowledge discovery of passive and active systems, or other cryptologic computer science mission support. The right candidate will apply requisite computer science skills (operating systems, compiler theory, databased theory, algorithm analysis, computer architecture, discrete math, programming language theory, and data structure) to each problem to provide state-of -the-art techniques, tools, and approaches.
The Cryptologic Computer Scientist shall possess the following capabilities:
Design, develop, deliver, and operate solutions to hard cryptologic computer science problems within a scientific framework.The 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.
Qualifications:
  • Level 1: Associate's degree with 4 years of relevant experience or Bachelor's degree with 2 years of relevant experience
  • Level 2: Associate's degree with 7 years of relevant experience or Bachelor's degree with 5 years of relevant experience or Master's degree with 3 years of relevant experience or a Doctoral degree with 2 years of relevant experience.
  • Level 3: Associate's degree with 10 years of relevant experience or Bachelor's degree with 8 years of relevant experience or Master's degree with 6 years of relevant experience or Doctoral degree with 4 years of relevant experience.
  • Level 4: Associate's degree with 13 years of relevant experience or Bachelor's degree with 11 years of relevant experience or Master's degree with 9 years of relevant experience or Doctoral degree with 7 years of relevant experience.
  • All Levels:
    • Degree must be in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field with at least one programming and at least 4 upper-level math classes (Calculus and above).
    • Relevant experience must be in a computer science area (i.e. theoretical or applied), simulation/model development, designing/developing/using/evaluating mathematic models, methods, and/or techniques (e.g. algorithm or development) computation science, algorithm analysis and design, reverse engineering, and/or designing/developing computer and information systems, including engineering hardware and/or software.

Position requires active Security Clearance with appropriate Polygraph
Pay Range: Competitive
The RealmOne pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Our approach to crafting offers considers various factors to establish an equitable and competitive compensation package. These considerations include, but are not limited to, the extent and intricacy of the role's responsibilities, the candidate's educational background, their work experience, and the specific competencies crucial for success in the role.
RealmOne Benefits:
  • Healthcare Coverage + Insurance: Medical: Three (3) rich healthcare options through CareFirst with 100% or majority company-paid premiums. Tax-advantaged health savings account available with generous employer contribution. Dental + Vision: 100% employer-paid for employees and family with buy-up option available.
  • Retirement + Savings: 401K - 10% TOTAL CONTRIBUTION - 5% safe harbor - 5% annual profit share. Immediate vested, no match required!
  • Paid Time Off + More: 4 weeks starting PTO - 11 federal holidays + 2 floating holidays - Paid hours for company-required training.
  • Career Growth + Development: Access to FREE 24/7 learning via Udemy - Opportunities to participate in tech councils, industry initiatives, etc. - $7,500 annual Educational & Professional Development Assistance.
  • MORE BENEFITS...FOR EVERY LIFESTYLE! - Paid parental leave - Adoption assistance - Annual swag drops - Flexible work schedules - -Generous referral bonus program - Employee appreciation + family-friendly corporate events ...and much more.

ABOUT US
  • RealmOne is a mid-sized science and technology company dedicated to solving our customers' toughest mission challenges.
  • Headquartered in Columbia, MD., RealmOne supplies advanced cybersecurity, data science and software engineering services and products to customers in the Government and commercial sectors.
  • RealmOne delivers encompassing mission assurance and critical systems support to government customers across various U.S. locations to include Colorado, Georgia, Hawaii, Texas, Utah, and Virginia.
  • RealmOne has earned numerous awards, including being named a Top Workplace by the Baltimore Sun. With more than 30+ active contracts, 12 of which are prime, RealmOne stands as a premier innovator supporting the Government and Department of Defense, with team members located nationwide.

Disclaimer: Benefits packages offered by RealmOne are subject to variation and may differ based on work location, clearance level, and other eligibility criteria. Specific eligibility, availability, and scope of benefits are not guaranteed, may differ from those generally described, and remain subject to modification at the sole discretion of the company.

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