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# Computer Science & Engineering Professionals

- **Company:** National Security Agency
- **Location:** Fort Meade, MD, United States
- **Salary:** $105,262.0 - $197,200.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C (Programming Language), Java (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence, Systems Engineering, Public-Key Cryptography, C++ (Programming Language), Cloud Engineering, Cyber Security, Computer Programming, Computer Engineering, Data Transmissions, Database Design, Digital Electronics, Email Filtering, Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Hardware Design, Information Systems Security Architecture Professional, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, MongoDB, Network Protocols, Quantum Computing, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Systems Integration, Verilog, VHSIC Hardware Description Language (VHDL), High Performance Computing, Large Language Models, Malware, Information Technology, Data Analytics, Apache Nifi, Reverse Engineering Software, GPT, Vulnerability Analysis
- **Published:** May 16, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=159a83b0d0235c85

## About the Role

Do you have experience in Research?, The minimum qualifications against which the applicant will be evaluated derive from the Work Role to which they are matched. It's important that you upload unofficial copies of educational transcripts from all schools attended, as well as any military training/coursework transcripts, DD214, and relevant certifications. Please be sure to upload all documentation prior to applying to the position. Providing these documents is essential as the minimum qualifications for most positions require a particular degree or course concentration., ***Prior to submitting your application*** Please ensure that you've fully populated the relevant sections within the resume builder tool to include relevant skills and education, and have broken down multiple work experiences by position and date accordingly to allow yourself full consideration across multiple missions, and to help us to guide you toward the area(s) that best fit your background/experience. Knowledge and skill areas of interest include: - Programming in languages such as C, C++, Python, Java, Assembly - Advanced malware analysis - Hardware design (e.g., FPGA, VHDL, Verilog, PCB) - Hardware & Software Reverse Engineering - RF system design (e.g., DSP, SDR) - Embedded systems development - Software vulnerability analysis and exploitation - Symmetric and asymmetric cryptography - Network protocols and hardware - Database design/development (e.g., NiFi, MongoDB) - Cloud architecture - Security architectures, appliances, assessment tools,
and standards - Systems engineering practices and concepts

## Description

The National Security Agency employs a talented workforce of world class engineers, researchers, programmers, and developers that play a critical role in protecting our nation's security every day. The NSA is seeking individuals with Computer Science and Engineering experience in areas such as software engineering, systems engineering, information technology infrastructure, high performance computing, architectures, computer security, and networking to design and develop advanced tools, techniques, and systems in support of our mission. Applicants to this advertisement will be considered against all available positions for the following Work Roles: - Capabilities Development Specialist Develop custom, high-priority, offensive and defensive hardware and software capabilities targeting the hardest-to-reach adversarial networks in the world. - 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 (HPC), Quantum Computing Research, Data Analytics, Machine Learning/Artificial Intelligence (ML/AI), Cryptology/Cryptography. -Systems Engineer Help shape the future of national security systems by designing, integrating, and optimizing complex technologies., Apply soonest, as job postings can close earlier than stated end dates due to changes in requirements. It is important to review and note the minimum qualifications, as only those applicants who meet the required qualifications will be contacted to continue the employment process. Please populate the resume tool to showcase any relevant work experience and education related to the position and answer any applicable screening questions. Information collected will be used to determine eligibility, and failure to provide accurate information may result in disqualification for this position. A confirmation email will be sent after submission of the first application and also after any future updates to submitted applications. **Due to time sensitive communications regarding applications, please ensure your spam filters are configured to accept email from noreply@intelligencecareers.gov. For job vacancies that include stated testing requirements, also include the following:
@uwe.nsa.gov, @nsa.gov, and @pearson.com** U.S. Citizenship is required for all applicants. NSA is an equal opportunity employer and abides by applicable employment laws and regulations. All applicants and employees are subject to random drug testing in accordance with Executive Order 12564. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a security background investigation and polygraph. NSA is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants with disabilities during the application and hiring process. The following four narrative questions provide an opportunity for you to highlight your dedication to public service for the hiring manager and agency leadership (or designee(s)). While your responses are not required and will not be scored, we encourage you to thoughtfully address each question. Please provide a response of 200 words or less to each question. You will be asked to certify that you are using your own words and did not
use a consultant or artificial intelligence (AI) such as a large language model (LLM) like ChatGPT or Copilot. (Please attach in application) 1. How has your commitment to the Constitution and the founding principles of the United States inspired you to pursue this role within the Federal government? Provide a concrete example from professional, academic, or personal experience. 2. In this role, how would you use your skills and experience to improve government efficiency and effectiveness? Provide specific examples where you improved processes, reduced costs, or improved outcomes. 3. How would you help advance the President's Executive Orders and policy priorities in this role? Identify one or two relevant Executive Orders or policy initiatives that are significant to you, and explain how you would help implement them if hired. 4. How has a strong work ethic contributed to your professional, academic or personal achievements? Provide one or two specific
examples, and explain how those qualities would enable you to serve effectively in this position., of Service: A written document on letterhead from the appropriate branch of the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date the certification is signed. The certification should include the military service dates, including the expected discharge or release date; AND - Standard Form 15 (SF-15) Application for 10-point Veteran Preference (http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/sf15.pdf). If you are claiming a service-connected disability of 30 percent or more, the documentation you provide must specifically demonstrate this level of disability; AND - VA Letter of Disability (for 10pt and Sole Survivorship rating) You may obtain a letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs reflecting your level of disability for preference eligibility by visiting a VA Regional Office, contacting a VA call center, or
online (https://www.ebenefits.va.gov/). **Failure to provide sufficient documentation of veterans' preference eligibility may preclude NSA from identifying you as a preference eligible candidate during the hiring selection process.


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