NSA Application – Computer Systems Architect

Job Description:

NSA is in search of Computer Science professionals to solve complex problems, test innovative approaches and research new solutions to storing, manipulating, and presenting information. We are looking for you to apply your computer science expertise to projects that seek to create new standards for the transformation of information. If you want to develop technologies and tools and be a part of cutting edge innovations; join our team of experts! Help protect national security interests as part of the world’s most advanced team of computer science professionals!

Job Responsibilities:

• The professionals at the National Security Agency (NSA) have one common goal: to protect our nation. The mission requires a strong offense and a steadfast defense.
• The offense collects, processes and disseminates intelligence information derived from foreign signals for intelligence and counterintelligence purposes.
• The defense prevents adversaries from gaining access to sensitive classified national security information.
• The need to maintain our core Computer Science group is vital to provide the technical capabilities necessary to successfully execute NSA’s mission.
• The increased complexity of supporting NSA’s mission requires world class researchers, programmers, and system and operations developers who collaborate in teams in areas such as software engineering, information technology infrastructure, high performance computing, data science, cloud and system architectures, computer security, and networking in order to design, develop, and implement advanced tools, techniques, and systems on to NSA’s infrastructure.
• The National Security Agency (NSA) currently has opportunities for highly motivated Computer Systems Architects to design and build the information technology framework of the future across the NSA.
• Computer Systems Architects at NSA use commercial and government developed hardware, software, networking, and security products to: – drive information technology projects

Job Requirements:

• The ideal candidate is a self-starter with a desire for continual learning and strong problem-solving, analytic, and interpersonal skills who is able to: – work in a team environment – adapt to change – provide innovative solutions – communicate effectively
• multi-task across multiple projects Specialized skills and experience in one or more of the following is required:
• System administration with Windows, UNIX, and/or Linux
• Programming and scripting experience (e.g., C, C++, Java, Assembly, Python, Perl, Ruby, Bash, Node.js, Spark, Puppet, SALT, KAFKA, HADOOP)
• Database design/development (e.g., NiFi, MongoDB) – Network protocols and hardware – Virtualization fundamentals – Cloud architecture – Security architectures and appliances – Firewalls Boundary device solutions/architecture

Qualification & Experience:

• The qualifications listed are the minimum acceptable to be considered for the position. Salary offers are based on candidates’ education level and years of experience relevant to the position and also take into account information provided by the hiring manager/organization regarding the work level for the position. Entry is with a Bachelor’s degree and no experience.
• An Associate’s degree plus 2 years of relevant experience may be considered for individuals with in-depth experience that is clearly related to the position.
• Degree must be in Computer Science (CS). Related fields (e.g., Engineering, Mathematics) may be considered relevant if the programs contain, at minimum, a concentration of courses in the following foundational CS areas: algorithms; computer architecture (not network architecture); programming methodologies and languages; data structures; logic and computation; and advanced mathematics (for example, calculus, discrete mathematics).
• Information Technology (IT) or Information Systems (IS) degrees may be considered relevant if the programs contain the amount and type of coursework equivalent to a CS major.
• Relevant experience must be in the design/development of computer or information systems and include engineering hardware and/or software over their lifecycle (i.e., requirements analysis, design, implementation, testing, integration, deployment/installation, and maintenance), programming, computer systems research, reverse engineering, and/or computer/network security.

Job Details:

Company: National Security Agency

Vacancy Type:  Full Time

Job Functions: Engineering

Job Location: Dallas, TX, US

Application Deadline: N/A

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