Offer summary

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Statistical Math, Computer Engineering, or a comparable field., In-depth knowledge of statistical mathematics and experience in creating mathematical models., Familiarity with software development and ability to chart data visually for reporting purposes., Strong written presentation skills to articulate technical and non-technical requirements..

Key responsabilities:

Analyze data sets and develop heuristic models to describe data randomness.

Assist product vendors in using tools to gather required data for analysis.

Provide written technical analyses of data and mathematical models.

Communicate with security product vendors and authorities to address compliance gaps and testing queries.

For over 25 years Corsec has assisted companies through the IT security certification process for FIPS 140-2/FIPS 140-3, Common Criteria (CC), CSfC, and the DoD’s APL. We are a privately owned company focused on partnering with organizations worldwide to assist with the process of security certifications and validations. Our certification methodology helps open doors to new markets and increase revenue for clients with products ranging from mobile phones to satellites. Our broad knowledge safeguards against common pitfalls and thwarts delays, translating to a swift and seamless path to certification. Corsec has created the benchmark for providing business leaders with fast, flexible access to industry knowledge on security certifications and validations. Security Certifications: Done Once, Done Right! For more information, visit www.corsec.com and follow @CorsecSecurity on Twitter.

Job description

Entropy Analyst

Full Time

Herndon VA 20171 HQ, Herndon, VA, US

We're looking for individuals with a statistical math background and interest in mathematical modeling to join our fast growing team.

Job Description: Assist our security certifications team in analyzing and modeling data collected from clients to prove the randomness of the data.

Job Functions

Analyze a given set of data and develop a heuristic model to describe the randomness of the data.
Assist product vendors in using a tool to gather the required data.
Provide a written, technical analysis of the data and mathematical model.
Communicate effectively with security product vendors, testing facilities, personnel, and government authorities to address compliance gaps, testing queries and documentation comments.
Remote work opportunities.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Statistical Math, Computer Engineering, or a comparable field.

Required Skills and Experience

In depth knowledge of statistical mathematics.
Experience with creating mathematical models of data.
Familiarity with software development.
Strong written presentation skills - ability to articulate requirements in technical and non-technical terms to customers, peers and management.
Ability to chart data visually for reporting purposes.

Desired Skills and Experience