Computer Science & Engineering Professionals - Mid to Expert Level (Maryland)

The National Security Agency employs a talented workforce of world‑class engineers, researchers, programmers, and developers who play a critical role in protecting our nation's security every day. Location: Fort George G. Meade Complex, MD. Pay Plan: GG, Grade: 11/1 to 15/10. Open: 2026-05-15, Close: 2026-05-31. Work Roles Capabilities Development Specialist – Develop custom, high‑priority offensive and defensive hardware and software capabilities targeting the hardest‑to‑reach adversarial networks. Computer Systems Architect – Use commercial and government‑developed hardware, software, networking, and security products to design, implement, and administer information technology projects and architectures. Digital Network Exploitation Analyst – Employ computer science skills to perform discovery and target technology analysis of digital network and mobile communications. Software Engineer – Contribute, learn, and grow in virtually any computer science focus area, including cybersecurity, high‑performance computing, quantum computing research, data analytics, machine learning/artificial intelligence, cryptology/cryptography. Systems Engineer – Help shape the future of national security systems by designing, integrating, and optimizing complex technologies. Job Summary The NSA is searching for experienced computer science and engineering professionals to solve complex problems, test innovative approaches, and research new solutions. Interested candidates should create a quality resume, upload unofficial transcripts from all schools attended (including DD‑214 and relevant certifications), and then apply. Transcripts are essential for most positions. Qualifications Applicants must upload unofficial copies of educational transcripts from all schools attended, any military training/coursework transcripts, DD‑214, and relevant certifications prior to applying. These documents are essential because the minimum qualifications for most positions require a particular degree or course concentration. Competencies Programming in languages such as C, C++, Python, Java, Assembly. Advanced malware analysis. Hardware design (FPGA, VHDL, Verilog, PCB). Hardware & software reverse engineering. RF system design (DSP, SDR). Embedded systems development. Software vulnerability analysis and exploitation. Symmetric and asymmetric cryptography. Network protocols and hardware. Database design/development (NiFi, MongoDB). Cloud architecture. Security architectures, appliances, assessment tools, and standards. Systems engineering practices and concepts. Pay, Benefits & Work Schedule Pay is based on education level and experience relevant to the position and ranges from $105,262 to $197,200. A full‑time schedule of 8 hours/day, Monday – Friday, with a basic 8 hour/day requirement between 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. (flexible). A two‑year DCIPS trial period applies unless a veteran’s preference qualification entitles the employee to a one‑year trial. Training will be provided based on the selectee’s needs and experience. The NSA offers a comprehensive benefits package. #J-18808-Ljbffr CNSS • National Security Systems