Software Engineer: Build High-Impact Systems

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

Job summary

CNSS • National Security Systems is seeking experienced Software Engineers to advance high-impact systems for the NSA's Fort Meade Complex in Maryland. You will work with COBOL, C/C++, Java, cloud platforms, Docker, Kubernetes, AWS, Python, and modern web frameworks in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

The role emphasizes strong problem-solving, collaboration, and continuous learning, with a CS-focused degree as a baseline.

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering with CS course concentration.
• Experience in software development lifecycle: requirements, design, implementation, testing, deployment and maintenance.
• Senior/Full-performance entry paths available with relevant years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and advance high-impact software systems across diverse tech stacks.
• Collaborate across teams to implement secure, scalable solutions.
• Engage in CI/CD practices and modern DevOps tooling.

Skills

C/C++

Java

Python

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

CI/CD

Cloud computing

Cryptography

Teamwork

Security

Education

Bachelor's in CS or Software Engineering

Degree concentration in CS areas

Tools

Docker

AWS

GitLab

Databases

Linux

CI/CD tooling

Job description

CNSS • National Security Systems is seeking experienced Software Engineers to advance high-impact systems for the NSA's Fort Meade Complex in Maryland. You will work with COBOL, C/C++, Java, cloud platforms, Docker, Kubernetes, AWS, Python, and modern web frameworks in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

The role emphasizes strong problem-solving, collaboration, and continuous learning, with a CS-focused degree as a baseline.