Senior Software Engineer - High-Impact Systems & Security

CNSS • National Security Systems; West River (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

National Security Agency (NSA) seeks Software Engineers to advance high-impact systems across domains. You will work with COBOL, C/C++, Java, cloud, Python, and modern toolchains in a fast-moving environment. Strong collaboration and self-motivation are essential as transcripts and CS background are emphasized during onboarding.

Open in Fort Meade, MD with GS-level pay scale. Candidates should be ready to engage in rigorous security requirements and continuous learning.

Qualifications

• Degree concentration in CS is required.
• Experience with software development lifecycle and programming.
• Strong mathematical and security fundamentals.

Responsibilities

• Develop high-impact software systems across domains.
• Collaborate with teams to advance secure, scalable solutions.
• Contribute to fast-paced, research-driven environments.

Skills

C/C++

Python

Java

Algorithms

Data structures

Cryptography

Security

CI/CD

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

Linux

SIEM

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS or Software Engineering

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

Linux

ElasticSearch

CI/CD

Job description

National Security Agency (NSA) seeks Software Engineers to advance high-impact systems across domains. You will work with COBOL, C/C++, Java, cloud, Python, and modern toolchains in a fast-moving environment. Strong collaboration and self-motivation are essential as transcripts and CS background are emphasized during onboarding.

Open in Fort Meade, MD with GS-level pay scale. Candidates should be ready to engage in rigorous security requirements and continuous learning.