Software Engineer – Secure Systems & Cloud

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

Job summary

NSA is seeking seasoned Software Engineers to advance high-impact systems across COBOL, C/C++, Java, cloud, containers, Kubernetes, Python, and more. Candidates should hold a CS/Software Eng degree and demonstrate solid software development experience within an intelligence environment. Roles emphasize collaboration, continuous learning, and independent initiative.

Fort George G. Meade Complex, MD offers a competitive pay plan with growth opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Degree in CS or Software Engineering with foundational CS coursework.
• Experience in software development processes: requirements, design, implementation, testing, deployment, maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to high-impact systems and teams across multiple tech stacks.
• Engage with tools and areas like cloud, CI/CD, containers, and microservices to deliver robust solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and implement effective security measures.

Skills

Advanced mathematics

Data structures & algorithms

C/C++/Java

Cryptography

Security principles

SIEM/IDS/Vulnerability tools

Education

CS or Software Engineering degree

Tools

Docker

AWS

GitLab

Databases

Job description

NSA is seeking seasoned Software Engineers to advance high-impact systems across COBOL, C/C++, Java, cloud, containers, Kubernetes, Python, and more. Candidates should hold a CS/Software Eng degree and demonstrate solid software development experience within an intelligence environment. Roles emphasize collaboration, continuous learning, and independent initiative.

Fort George G. Meade Complex, MD offers a competitive pay plan with growth opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package.