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National Security Agency · 5 days ago

Applied Research Mathematician / Quantum Computing - Mid to Expert Level (Maryland)

Fort Meade, MD

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$105K/yr - $197K/yr

3+ years exp

The National Security Agency (NSA) is seeking experienced mathematicians or physicists to join their Mathematics Research Group, focusing on quantum computing and its applications. The role involves conducting innovative research to support NSA's Signals Intelligence and Cybersecurity missions, engaging with quantum algorithms and error correction, and contributing to the broader Intelligence Community's goals.

National Security

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Engage with the NSA and US government quantum computing efforts

Identify important research problems within quantum computing

Conduct research to support NSA and US government goals in quantum computing

Demonstrate effective technical writing and explain results to a non-technical audience

Prototype and implement solutions in computer code/scripting

Contribute to other mathematics research efforts of interest to NSA

Qualification

Quantum algorithmsQuantum error correctionMathematical conceptsC/C++PythonData analysisAnalytical skillsDesire for learningProblem-solving skillsCommunication skillsInterpersonal skills

Required

Degree must be in Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, or a related STEM field

Degree must include at least 24 semester credit hours (or 36 credit hours from universities on a quarter system) in advanced mathematics courses

Relevant experience must be in one or more of the following: the design, development, use, and evaluation of mathematics models, methods, or techniques (for example, algorithm development) to study issues and solve problems

Experience may also include, network engineering, computer science, physics, software engineering, electrical engineering

FULL PERFORMANCE Entry is with a Bachelor's degree plus 3 years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree plus 1 year of relevant experience, or a Doctoral degree with no experience

SENIOR Entry is with a Bachelor's degree plus 6 years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree plus 4 years of relevant experience, or a Doctoral degree plus 2 years of relevant experience

EXPERT Entry is with a Bachelor's degree plus 9 years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree plus 7 years of relevant experience, or a Doctoral degree plus 5 years of experience

Candidates must possess research and/or development experience (beyond basic coursework) in quantum algorithms and/or quantum error correction

Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

Desire for continual learning

Ability to work effectively both independently and within unique teams

Demonstrated success with effective technical writing and the ability to explain results to a non-technical audience

Experience with at least one of the following programming languages and/or software packages: C/C++, Rust, Python, SageMath, MAGMA

Grounded background in mathematical tools, techniques, and theory

Ability to prototype and implement solutions in computer code/scripting

Preferred

Interest in areas of mathematics including linear algebra, number theory, probability, statistics, analysis, graph theory, or other areas of theoretical mathematics

Interest in cryptomathematics, algorithm development, computer network security, and vulnerability analysis

Experience performing research or development in quantum computing, either alone or with a team

Knowledge of mathematical concepts, principles, and theories and familiarity with other scientific and engineering disciplines

Knowledge of mathematics and related disciplines to design, develop and adapt scientific methods and technologies

Knowledge of analytical techniques to develop, simulate, and analyze data

Knowledge of computer operations and standard software applications

Ability to conduct research, including studies, experiments, and investigations

Ability to analyze data using appropriate tools

Ability to analyze problems to determine technical solutions

Experience creating computer algorithms, data models, and protocols

Ability to identify new applications of known techniques

Ability to analyze data using statistical methods