Software Engineer: Build Secure, Scalable Systems

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

Job summary

National Security Agency (NSA) is seeking experienced Software Engineers to advance high-impact systems across cybersecurity, HPC, ML/AI, cryptography and large-scale platform development. You will work with COBOL, C/C++, Java, Python and cloud technologies, contributing to secure, robust software used to defend national networks.

Applicants should have a CS-focused degree and a track record in the software development lifecycle, from requirements to deployment.

Qualifications

• Degree in CS or Software Engineering with CS concentration
• Experience in software development lifecycle (requirements → deployment)
• Strong background in algorithms, data structures, security concepts

Responsibilities

• Develop and advance high-impact software across multiple domains.
• Contribute to secure, robust software for national networks.
• Collaborate across teams with CI/CD, cloud, and container technologies.

Skills

Math background

C/C++

Python

Java

Cloud computing

CI/CD

Docker

Kubernetes

Security

Teamwork

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering

Master's degree in CS or related field

Doctoral degree (PhD) relevant to CS

Associate's degree + 5 years relevant experience

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

ElasticSearch

Python

Java

COBOL

Job description

National Security Agency (NSA) is seeking experienced Software Engineers to advance high-impact systems across cybersecurity, HPC, ML/AI, cryptography and large-scale platform development. You will work with COBOL, C/C++, Java, Python and cloud technologies, contributing to secure, robust software used to defend national networks.

Applicants should have a CS-focused degree and a track record in the software development lifecycle, from requirements to deployment.