Software Engineer: Build Secure, High-Impact Systems

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

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

The National Security Agency (NSA) is seeking experienced Software Engineers to advance high-impact systems across cybersecurity, data analytics, ML/AI, and cryptography. You will work on a broad spectrum of technologies, from C/C++ and Python to cloud platforms and containers, contributing to mission-critical security and national defense.

This full-time role at Fort Meade, MD offers a collaborative environment, opportunities for leadership, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Degree must be in Computer Science (CS) or Software Engineering with foundational CS coursework.
• Relevant software development experience across requirements analysis, design, implementation, testing, deployment and maintenance.
• Minimum education/experience levels: Bachelor's with 3+ years or Master's with 1+ year (senior: 6+ years or related combos).

Responsibilities

• Develop software across cybersecurity, HPC, ML/AI, cryptography and large-scale platforms.
• Collaborate on requirements analysis, design, coding, testing and deployment, ensuring secure and reliable systems.

Skills

C/C++

Python

Java

Algorithms

Mathematics

Teamwork

Leadership

Education

CS/Software Engineering degree

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

Job description

The National Security Agency (NSA) is seeking experienced Software Engineers to advance high-impact systems across cybersecurity, data analytics, ML/AI, and cryptography. You will work on a broad spectrum of technologies, from C/C++ and Python to cloud platforms and containers, contributing to mission-critical security and national defense.

This full-time role at Fort Meade, MD offers a collaborative environment, opportunities for leadership, and a comprehensive benefits package.