Software Engineer — Secure Systems & Cloud

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

Job summary

National Security Agency (NSA) seeks experienced Software Engineers to advance high-impact systems across a broad spectrum of technologies. Typical focus areas include cybersecurity, ML/AI, cryptology, large-scale platform development and secure computing across cloud and on-premise environments.

Qualified candidates hold a CS concentration with related coursework. The role emphasizes collaboration, continuous learning, and independent problem-solving within a fast-paced, security-conscious

Qualifications

• Degree must be in Computer Science (CS) or Software Engineering; related fields with CS concentration may be considered.
• Proven experience in software development process: requirements analysis, design, implementation, testing, deployment and maintenance.
• Entry: Bachelor's + 3 years or Master's + 1 year; Senior: Bachelor's + 6 years or Master's + 4 years; Doctoral with experience also considered.

Responsibilities

• Develop and advance high-impact software systems across platforms and domains.
• Work with languages such as C/C++, Python and Java; contribute to cybersecurity, data analytics and ML/AI initiatives.
• Collaborate in agile environments, participate in CI/CD pipelines, and integrate with cloud and container technologies.

Job description

National Security Agency (NSA) seeks experienced Software Engineers to advance high-impact systems across a broad spectrum of technologies. Typical focus areas include cybersecurity, ML/AI, cryptology, large-scale platform development and secure computing across cloud and on-premise environments.

Qualified candidates hold a CS concentration with related coursework. The role emphasizes collaboration, continuous learning, and independent problem-solving within a fast-paced, security-conscious