Cryptographer

Pronunciation: /ˈkɹɪptoʊˈɡɹæfˈɝ/

Cryptographer (noun)

  1. A person who designs and studies methods for keeping messages secret and for checking that data has not been changed.
  2. A specialist who builds mathematical systems that turn readable information into hidden form and back again.

Examples

  • A cryptographer reviews code to prevent security flaws.
  • The cryptographer tests systems to protect sensitive data.