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Posted: April 2, 2026 (2 days ago)

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Cybersecurity Engineering Development Program (CSEDP) Software Engineer - Entry Level (Maryland)

National Security Agency/Central Security Service

Department of Defense

Fresh

Salary

$87,362 - $123,388

per year

Closes

April 4, 2026More DOD jobs →

SES Pay Grade

Base salary range: $147,649 - $221,900

Typical requirements: Executive-level leadership experience. Senior executive qualifications required.

Note: Actual salary includes locality pay (15-40%+ depending on location).

Job Description

Summary

This entry-level program trains new software engineers in cybersecurity, focusing on building secure systems, cryptographic tools, and leadership skills to support national security missions.

Participants work on cutting-edge projects like AI, cloud platforms, and data analytics to protect U.S. networks and intelligence.

It's ideal for recent graduates in computer science or related fields who are eager to learn, collaborate, and grow in a dynamic government environment with great work-life balance.

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering, or related field with core CS courses in algorithms, computer architecture, programming, data structures, logic, and advanced math
  • Associate's degree plus 2 years of relevant software development experience may substitute for bachelor's
  • No prior experience required for entry-level, but relevant experience in software processes (requirements, design, implementation, testing, integration, deployment, maintenance) and programming is beneficial
  • Strong critical thinking, collaboration, self-motivation, continuous learning, and flexibility
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance (U.S. citizenship required)
  • Upload transcripts showing CS coursework (unofficial acceptable initially)

Full Job Description

The Cybersecurity Engineering Development Program (CSEDP) is a U.S.

Government program designed to develop participants in the evolving area of cybersecurity, while developing leadership and communication skills, to meet existing and emerging cryptographic mission demands.

It is an entry level development program targeting tomorrow's cybersecurity software engineers.

For more information, please visit: https://apply.intelligencecareers.gov/job-description/1254773 The qualifications listed are the minimum acceptable to be considered for the position.

Degree must be in Computer Science (CS) or Software Engineering.

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).

Relevant experience must be in the software development process (i.e., requirements analysis, software design, implementation, testing, integration, deployment/installation, and maintenance) and programming.

ENTRY/DEVELOPMENTAL 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. Major Duties:

NSA is seeking Software Engineers to advance a number of high impact systems and teams.

Opportunities change constantly, but recent needs include: large scale platform development (hardware and software, HPC, cloud); accessibility development (508 compliance); AI/ML; complex algorithms and cryptography.

As a Software Engineer at NSA, your work makes the world a safer place in countless ways including: saving lives of U.S. and allied soldiers; providing U.S.

policy and decision makers with critical, timely intelligence; ensuring the continued safety of U.S. citizens and residents by thwarting foreign adversaries; and defending vital networks.

The Agency offers a work/life balance that is hard to beat, with flexible work schedules, generous leave policies, and a number of continuing education programs to help meet your long term career goals.

The sheer breadth of technologies supported provides endless opportunity for broadening expertise and leadership growth.

Tools and technologies used evolve quickly, with systems and responsibilities spanning the full spectrum.

More common tools and areas of interest include: C/C++, Java, cloud computing, Angular, React, Python, PIG Analytics, Pyspark, agile development, continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD), containers and Docker, Kubernetes, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Linux (VMWare), ElasticSearch, Rust, micro services, Ansible, clusters, digital forensics, incident response, quantum, and so much more.

Beyond technical skills, we also need strong critical thinkers, collaborators, independent self-starters, continuous learners and flexible contributors.

We look forward to hearing from you - what excites you and where you think you can make the most impact.

**Please upload a copy of your transcripts from all schools attended, prior to applying for this position. Unofficial transcripts are fine at this stage.

Providing a copy of your transcripts is essential since the minimum qualifications for this position require a degree that demonstrates a concentration of Computer Science (CS) courses in foundational CS areas.**

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Posted on USAJOBS: 4/2/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 4/4/2026

Source: USAJOBS | ID: 1254773