Software Engineer: Cloud, AI & Cyber Systems

CNSS • National Security Systems; Linthicum (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 at Fort Meade, MD. Roles span COBOL, C/C++, Java, Python, cloud computing, containers (Docker, Kubernetes), AWS, and CI/CD.

The team seeks strong critical thinkers, collaborators, self-starters, and continuous learners ready to contribute across diverse domains. Minimum qualifications include a degree with CS concentration.

Qualifications

• Degree concentration in CS with foundational CS courses.
• Experience in the software development lifecycle and programming.
• Citizenship/security/background checks may apply per NSA hiring.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and modern software tooling is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop high-impact software systems with diverse tech stacks (COBOL, C/C++, Java, Python).
• Contribute to cloud, containers, and microservices using Docker/Kubernetes, AWS, Linux.
• Collaborate in agile teams and pursue continuous learning and adaptable work practices.
• Engage in areas like digital forensics, incident response, and secure computing.

Skills

C/C++

Python

Java

AWS

Docker

Kubernetes

CI/CD

Linux

cryptography

Education

Bachelor's in Computer Science or Software Engineering

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

Linux

ElasticSearch

React

Python

Java

C/C++

Job description

National Security Agency (NSA) is seeking experienced Software Engineers to advance high-impact systems at Fort Meade, MD. Roles span COBOL, C/C++, Java, Python, cloud computing, containers (Docker, Kubernetes), AWS, and CI/CD.

The team seeks strong critical thinkers, collaborators, self-starters, and continuous learners ready to contribute across diverse domains. Minimum qualifications include a degree with CS concentration.