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Cryptography Expert with Math and Programming Background
ATSEC Information Security Corporation, Austin, TX

atsec is looking for cryptography experts to join our team in Austin, TX as product-oriented information security analysts. These positions may be at an entry, senior or principal level, depending on your applicable work experience and skill sets.

    As an analyst, you are expected to:
  • Learn and use security concepts and techniques such as entropy, access control, authentication, auditing, side-channel analysis, etc.
  • Become fluent in security standards such as FIPS 140 and Common Criteria
  • Master and serve as an authority in technical domains such as cryptography, network protocols/security, hardware security, software engineering, database, mobile devices, virtualization and operating systems
  • Apply your knowledge and talents to scrutinize the security architecture, implementation, and deployment of a variety of cutting-edge IT products
  • Support atsec customers in security related areas and become, or continue to be, a recognized industry expert in your field

Qualifications:
Candidates possessing a solid understanding of cryptography and its use in data protection will have an advantage in our hiring process.
    This position does requires the following:
  • A degree in Mathematics or Electric Engineering with Computer Science emphasis or vice versa (equivalent experience may be acceptable)
  • Knowledge of cryptographic algorithms, and the mathematical concepts behind them
  • Strong programming and code analysis skills
  • Familiarity with Unix-based command line environments (e.g., Linux)
  • Knowledge of network protocols (e.g., TLS/SSL, SSH, IPsec, IKE, SRTP, SNMP)
  • Knowledge of information security (e.g., authentication, access control, network security)
  • Strong technical report writing skills
  • Team player who can work independently
  • Eagerness to delve into technical subjects
  • Enthusiasm, good customer interface skills, positive attitude, strong communication skills (written and verbal), and effective teamwork and technical collaboration skills
  • The flexibility to travel

Contact: Send resume to us-jobs@atsec.com
Last updated: 2025-08-21 posted on 2025-08-20