Senior Software Engineer: Build High-Impact Secure Systems

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

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

NSA is seeking experienced Software Engineers to advance high-impact systems across COBOL, C/C++, Java, cloud, Python, CI/CD, Docker, Kubernetes, AWS, Linux, and more. Fort Meade, MD hosts opportunities spanning security, analytics, and research with a strong emphasis on collaboration and continuous learning.

Minimum qualifications include a CS concentration with a relevant degree; transcripts are required. Open date 2026-08-10, close 2026-08-23, pay plan GG, grade 11/1 to 14/10.

Qualifications

• Degree in CS or Software Engineering with concentration in foundational CS areas.
• Experience in software development lifecycle: requirements analysis, design, implementation, testing, deployment, maintenance.
• Strong analytic and collaborative skills; self-starter and continuous learner.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop software systems for high-impact NSA projects.
• Work with diverse tech stacks and modern tools across the full stack.
• Contribute to secure, scalable, and reliable solutions.

Skills

CS/C software engineering

C/C++

Python

Java

CI/CD

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

Linux

Teamwork

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS or Software Engineering

Master's degree with 1 year experience

Doctoral degree with 2 years experience

Associate's degree with 5+ years experience

Tools

Docker

AWS

GitLab

SIEM/IDS tools

Job description

NSA is seeking experienced Software Engineers to advance high-impact systems across COBOL, C/C++, Java, cloud, Python, CI/CD, Docker, Kubernetes, AWS, Linux, and more. Fort Meade, MD hosts opportunities spanning security, analytics, and research with a strong emphasis on collaboration and continuous learning.

Minimum qualifications include a CS concentration with a relevant degree; transcripts are required. Open date 2026-08-10, close 2026-08-23, pay plan GG, grade 11/1 to 14/10.