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Verisign

Sr Research Engineer

Reston, VA · Hybrid

$164K - $222K/yr

... and directing the Research summer internship program. * Represents Verisign in related external ... Experience with network security, including cryptography, privacy, identification, and ...

Turnkey

Business Operations

New York, NY · On-site

$150K - $200K/yr

Our mission is to make strong cryptography the default across the open internet the same way AWS ... Conduct ongoing market research and competitive analysis to inform strategic decision-making and ...

Cisco

Director, Product Management

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$230K - $325K/yr

... cryptography. You will serve as the central resource for market analysis, evaluating startup ... You will drive the early-stage conceptualization process, collaborating with research and ...

Turnkey

Business Operations

New York, NY

Our mission is to make strong cryptography the default across the open internet the same way AWS ... Conduct ongoing market research and competitive analysis to inform strategic decision-making and ...

Cisco

Director, Product Management

Santa Clara, CA

$230K - $325K/yr

... cryptography. You will serve as the central resource for market analysis, evaluating startup ... You will drive the early-stage conceptualization process, collaborating with research and ...

Cisco

Director, Product Management

Redwood City, CA

$230K - $325K/yr

... cryptography. You will serve as the central resource for market analysis, evaluating startup ... You will drive the early-stage conceptualization process, collaborating with research and ...

Cisco

Director, Product Management

San Francisco, CA

$230K - $325K/yr

... cryptography. You will serve as the central resource for market analysis, evaluating startup ... You will drive the early-stage conceptualization process, collaborating with research and ...

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As of Jul 23, 2026, the average yearly pay for director cryptography researcher in the United States is $117,556.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $60,000.00 and $169,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Director Cryptography Researcher vs Cryptography Researcher?

AspectDirector Cryptography ResearcherCryptography Researcher
CredentialsAdvanced degrees (M.S., Ph.D.), security certifications often preferredSimilar educational background, often with certifications like CISSP or GIAC
Work EnvironmentLeadership role overseeing teams, strategic planningHands-on research, development, and analysis
Industry UsageUsed in organizations with large security teams, R&D departmentsCommon in research labs, security firms, tech companies
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding leadership vs technical roles in cryptographyClarifying technical research vs managerial positions

The main difference between a Director Cryptography Researcher and a Cryptography Researcher lies in their responsibilities. The director focuses on leadership, strategic planning, and overseeing research teams, while the researcher is primarily engaged in technical research and development. Both roles require strong credentials and industry experience, but their focus areas and work environments differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Director Cryptography Researcher job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 60% As Needed, 28% Full Time, 8% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 2% Summer. Highlights an 66% Physical, 6% Hybrid, and 28% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $117,556 per year, or $56.5 per hour.
Space Force SIGINT Subject Matter Expert

Space Force SIGINT Subject Matter Expert

Leidos

Odenton, MD • On-site

$92K - $166K/yr

Full-time

Posted 2 days ago

Leidos rating

8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 149 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

57th of 454 rated business services

Job description

Space Force SIGINT Subject Matter Expert (TS/SCI + Poly) - Fort Meade, MD

Leidos Defense Sector is seeking an experienced Space Force SIGINT SME to support a major Air Combat Command (ACC) ISR program at Fort Meade, MD.

This seniorlevel position plays a critical role in shaping the US Space Force cryptologic enterprise, serving as a key advisor and functional authority for SIGINT and ISR matters across the Service Cryptologic Component (SCC).

You will directly support and advise the USSF Deputy Director of Intelligence (USSF/S2) on SIGINT mission management, policy, authorities, and enterprise development.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Lead Space Force Cryptologic Office initiatives including cryptologic training, USSF operations, mission authorization, analysis/production, and space operations.
  • Serve as SCC SIGINT authority-advise USSF/S2 on SIGINT training, mission execution, policy, and authorities.
  • Coordinate with NSA and USSF stakeholders to ensure cryptologic readiness for space and counterspace missions.
  • Enhance USSF Initial Skills Training and support continuous improvement across the ISR training pipeline.
  • Strengthen SIGINT enterprise integration across national and tactical operations.
  • Provide fullspectrum SIGINT expertise across tasking, collection, processing, exploitation, and dissemination (TCPED).

Basic Qualifications

  • Active TS/SCI with current Polygraph.
  • Bachelor's degree and 12+ years of SIGINT experience OR a Masters and 10+ years of SIGINT experience . Additional years of related experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
  • Strong foundation in FISINT fundamentals, collection methodologies, analytic techniques, and tradecraft
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; able to brief senior leaders
  • Ability to translate complex technical SIGINT concepts for technical and nontechnical audiences
  • Experience with project management tools (Confluence, Jira, PowerPoint, Project)
  • Working knowledge of the National Intelligence Community, Joint Command structures, DoD organizations, and interagency operations

Preferred Qualifications

  • Understanding of space and electronic warfare concepts, threats, and adversary capabilities
  • Demonstrated ability to conduct unbiased, complex research and produce highvalue mission assessments
  • Experience within NSA, Space Force ISR operations, or Space Force cryptologic training environments
  • Deep familiarity with Space Force organizational structure and mission
  • Experience supporting Space Intelligence Operations within USSPACECOM, NSIC, or Space Force Deltas
  • Completion of Space 100/200 or relevant communications satellite experience

Why This Role Matters

This position offers the opportunity to apply deep SIGINT expertise, influence enterpriselevel training, and work directly with senior leaders across the Space Force and Intelligence Community. You will help shape the future of USSF cryptologic operations and strengthen nationallevel SIGINT capabilities.

If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo - because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 - and moving faster than anyone else dares.

Original Posting:July 20, 2026

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:Pay Range $92,300.00 - $166,850.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

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At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers' success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainable practices. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community.

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