Security Software Engineer: Cloud, Crypto & AI

CNSS • National Security Systems; Glenmont (MD); On-site; USD 105,000 - 193,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Security Agency (NSA) is seeking experienced Software Engineers to advance high-impact systems at Fort George G. Meade Complex, MD.

Work spans cybersecurity, HPC, ML/AI, cryptography and large-scale platform development, with opportunities to explore diverse technologies and contribute to national security. Qualifications include a CS or Software Engineering degree, strong programming in C/C++, Python or Java, and experience with the software life cycle and security standards.

Qualifications

• Degree in CS or Software Engineering with foundational CS courses.
• Experience in software development process: requirements analysis, design, implementation, testing, deployment and maintenance.
• Strong programming skills in C/C++, Python or Java and understanding of security principles.

Responsibilities

• Develop and advance high-impact software systems across cybersecurity, HPC, ML/AI, cryptography and platform development.
• Contribute to a broad range of technologies and tools and continuously learn new ones.
• Collaborate with teams, work independently, and adapt to evolving mission needs.

Skills

C/C++

Python

Java

Cloud computing

CI/CD

Docker

Kubernetes

Security

Teamwork

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

Linux

ElasticSearch

Ansible

Job description

The National Security Agency (NSA) is seeking experienced Software Engineers to advance high-impact systems at Fort George G. Meade Complex, MD.

Work spans cybersecurity, HPC, ML/AI, cryptography and large-scale platform development, with opportunities to explore diverse technologies and contribute to national security. Qualifications include a CS or Software Engineering degree, strong programming in C/C++, Python or Java, and experience with the software life cycle and security standards.