Applied Math & Statistics Researcher — MDP Pathway

Intelligence Careers; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 87,000 - 173,000; Full time

Job summary

National Security Agency seeks mathematicians and mathematical statisticians to join a dynamic community of experts. The role supports mission-critical problems using algebra, statistics, machine learning, and cryptography while offering hands-on training in the Mathematics Development Program (MDP).

New hires begin with structured tours, mentorship, and opportunities across theoretical to applied work. A three-year program leads to an assignment selecting from open positions while advancing

Qualifications

• Degree in Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics or related STEM field with at least 24 semester hours in advanced mathematics.
• Entry: Bachelor's with no experience; Developmental: Bachelor's +3 yrs or Master's +1 yr; Senior: Bachelor's +6 yrs or Master's +4 yrs or Doctoral +2 yrs.
• Candidates must possess strong problem-solving and analytical skills and desire for continual learning.
• Programming expertise in any language; experience in design, development, use, and evaluation of mathematical models/algorithms.

Responsibilities

• Apply mathematics and statistics across NSA mission to solve problems.
• Contribute to development and evaluation of mathematical models and algorithms.
• Collaborate with cross‑disciplinary teams and engage in professional development.

Skills

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Continual learning

Programming

Mathematical modeling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mathematics/Physics/Engineering/Data Science/CS/Statistics

Job description

National Security Agency seeks mathematicians and mathematical statisticians to join a dynamic community of experts. The role supports mission-critical problems using algebra, statistics, machine learning, and cryptography while offering hands-on training in the Mathematics Development Program (MDP).

New hires begin with structured tours, mentorship, and opportunities across theoretical to applied work. A three-year program leads to an assignment selecting from open positions while advancing