Cutting-Edge Capabilities Engineer

National Security Agency; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 87,000 - 153,000; Full time

Job summary

National Security Agency is seeking Computer Science and Computer/Electrical Engineering professionals to drive mission-critical capabilities. The role covers software, hardware, and research, with opportunities to work on high-priority projects across platforms.

As part of the CNODP program, candidates will undergo rotational tours, receive tailored training, and join a cohort of engineers and researchers to build skills for national security challenges.

Qualifications

• Degree in CS, Mathematics, Engineering or related field with foundational CS courses.
• Experience in engineering hardware or software lifecycle including design, development and testing.
• Knowledge of vulnerability analysis, reverse engineering or systems engineering is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop high-priority offensive/defensive capabilities.
• Conduct research and prototyping for complex problems.
• Analyze and debug software/hardware systems across platforms.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver solutions.

Skills

C

C++

Assembly

ARM

Python

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

Coursework in algorithms and computer architecture

Tools

Ghidra

OllyDbg

gdb

Verilog

VHDL

FPGA

PCB

JTAG

Oscilloscopes

Job description

National Security Agency is seeking Computer Science and Computer/Electrical Engineering professionals to drive mission-critical capabilities. The role covers software, hardware, and research, with opportunities to work on high-priority projects across platforms.

As part of the CNODP program, candidates will undergo rotational tours, receive tailored training, and join a cohort of engineers and researchers to build skills for national security challenges.