Computer systems security manager jobs

Computer Systems Security Manager - Mid to Experienced Level (Texas and Maryland Locations)

National Security Agency Fort Meade, MD, USA

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 developers who operate in teams in areas such as software engineering, information technology infrastructure, high performance computing, data science, architectures, computer security, and networking in order to design and develop advanced tools, techniques, and systems. Computer Systems Security Managers (CSSMs) at the NSA play a vital role in maintaining the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of the Agency computing infrastructure. As a CSSM at the NSA, your responsibilities may include: - Supporting a program, organization, system, or enclave - Reviewing investigative processing of security incidents - Developing or interpreting computer security policies - Overseeing, evaluating and supporting the security...

Full time

Data Engineer / Data Scientist - Entry to Expert Level (Maryland, Hawaii & Colorado Locations)

National Security Agency Fort Meade, MD, USA

At NSA Data Science is a broad field, and a team effort, spanning all the expertise needed to derive value from data. As a Data Scientist specializing in Data Engineering, you will help devise and implement data systems that keep NSA at the cutting edge of intelligence gathering and reporting, with all the high-functioning supporting processes that it requires. Responsibilities include: - Working with mission owners to design, develop, and deploy new architectures for ML and automation applications such as ELT functions, HPC/compute infrastructure, AWS/Azure solutions, database solutions, and optimization of DevOps procedures - Leveraging skills in modern data architecture, cloud engineering, data transformation, and management of structured and unstructured data sources - Supporting and enhancing data architectures and data pipelines, and defining database schemas (Graph DB, SQL, NoSQL) to support algorithm scalability and deployment based on organizational priorities and...

Full time

Signals Analyst Development Program (SADP) - Entry to Mid Level (MD)

National Security Agency Fort Meade, MD, USA

With the rapid evolution of signals technology, the NSA must maintain and develop a highly talented and diverse workforce of Signals Analysts who are a vital part in maintaining our technical capabilities to produce signals intelligence. The selected individual will be required to complete the Signals Analysis Development Program as a precursor for assignment to a technical mission office at NSA. The NSA/CSS Signals Analysis Development Program (SADP) is a three-year development program of intensive, structured, formal training courses and diverse work assignments designed to produce professional signals analysts. Signals Analysts analyze signals from various sources including: foreign communications, radar, and other electronic systems. The selected individual will apply their base-knowledge in mathematics, computer engineering, electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, or physics to exploit advanced signals data to aid Department of Defense initiatives to protect U.S. forces...

Full time

Computer Systems Architect - Entry to Expert Level (Hawaii, Texas, Georgia, Utah, & Maryland Locations)

National Security Agency Fort Meade, MD, USA

Computer Systems Architects at NSA use commercial and government developed hardware, software, networking, and security products to: - drive information technology projects - produce compliance results for established project requirements and IT architecture - modernize IT architecture through analysis of research and introducing changes based on evolving project requirements - integrate industry trends, emerging technologies and standards, and new vendor features - collaborate with experts in technical and application teams to identify, evaluate, and recommend technical solutions to support project requirements - define and analyze data requirements, mapping legacy data stores and formats to logical and physical data models - propose standard ways for information transport between IT systems and stored within corporate knowledge databases - perform architectural alignment of the enterprise logical data model and physical data models NSA is in search of Computer Science...

Computer Network Defense Analyst - Entry to Expert (Maryland, Georgia, Texas and Hawaii)

National Security Agency Fort Meade, MD, USA

Computer Network Defense Analysts work in multiple organizations at NSA and are primarily responsible for finding vulnerabilities, delivering analyses, crafting mitigations, developing cybersecurity products, and educating our customers to prevent and eradicate the cyber threats to the Defense Industrial Base, critical infrastructures and U.S. National Security Systems - to include NSA's own information systems and networks assets. They apply technical expertise to provide computer network defense capabilities, continuous monitoring, technical analysis, situational awareness, and incident response for the highest classified capabilities, systems, and data in our Nation. Depending on their experience and preferences, Computer Network Defense Analysts are hired into positions directly supporting a technical Cybersecurity mission office or into a development program like the Intrusion Analyst Skill Development Program (IASDP) or the Cybersecurity Operations Development Program...

Information System Security Professional - Entry to Expert Level (Maryland and Texas)

National Security Agency Fort Meade, MD, USA

Information System Security Professionals at NSA play a vital role in Security Architecture and Engineering, Communication and Network Security, Software Development Security, Security Operations, Identity and Access Management, Asset Security, and Security and Risk Management: - Defining information system security requirements and functionality - Designing system architectures, modeling, and network designs - Ability to implement systems engineering principles/methodology - Assessing the effectiveness of security solutions against present and projected threats - Producing formal and informal reports, briefings, and direct input to the customer regarding security and functionality of requirements, system architecture, application security, and security planning - Understanding concepts, principles, structure and standards used to design, implement, monitor and secure operating systems, equipment, networks, applications and controls to enforce levels of confidentiality, integrity...

Network Cyber Mitigations Analyst / System Vulnerability Analyst - Entry to Expert Level (Maryland)

National Security Agency Fort Meade, MD, USA

Are you an emerging or seasoned network professional who wants to work our nation's tough cybersecurity problems? Do you enjoy deeply technical, hands-on work? Do you want to identify vulnerabilities in network infrastructure devices and then figure out how to deal with them? Are you looking to make an impact in cybersecurity and advance your career while enjoying the outstanding benefits of federal service? Network Cyber Mitigations Engineers and System Vulnerability Analysts at NSA have the opportunity to work in the following areas: - Wired and wireless network security - Vulnerability discovery and analysis - Scalable mitigations development - Perimeter/boundary defense - Collaboration platforms, such as VoIP and VTC systems - Mobile network security - Tailored security solutions - Reverse engineering - Researching emerging network industry technologies and solutions - Control system security - Malware analysis - Researching emerging network industry technologies and...

Engineer/Developer - Software, Hardware, Research (Capabilities Development Specialist) - Entry to Expert Levels (MD)

National Security Agency Fort Meade, MD, USA

Are you a computer science or engineering professional? Are you interested in Cyber Security, reverse engineering? Do you enjoy CTFs? Is your idea of a good time building a robot from spare parts? Did you solve your Calculus homework using FPGAs? Are your Sunday mornings filled with bug bounty hunting? The National Security Agency is seeking highly motivated Computer Science and Engineering professionals to solve complex problems, test innovative approaches, and research new solutions to propel our mission. As a Capabilities Development Specialist (CDS) at NSA, your job will be to develop high-priority offensive and defensive capabilities targeting the hardest-to-reach adversarial networks in the world. In defense of our Nation, we conduct innovative research and produce hardware and software tools unlike anything in the world. By joining our team, you will apply and grow your expertise to create new ways to get critical information to our national decision makers. Whether it is...

Cyber Network Professional - Offensive/Defensive Operations - Entry to Experienced Level (Multiple Locations: GA, HI, MD, and TX)

National Security Agency Fort Meade, MD, USA

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. On the offensive side of the NSA mission you will: - Execute computer network operations against foreign adversaries' information systems and networks - Use advanced software applications for network navigation, tactical forensic analysis, and collection of valuable intelligence information - Research and implement solution sets to influence and enhance network offensive posture. On the defensive side of the NSA mission, as part of the Red Team, you will: - Execute computer network operations against official US government organizations worldwide for the...

IT Customer Liaison - Entry to Experienced Level (MD and TX Locations)

National Security Agency Fort Meade, MD, USA

In support of a customer's mission, Information Technology (IT) Customer Liaisons incorporate the customer's process and technology needs into the enterprise mission planning and execution space. If you want to develop solutions 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 technical professionals! The responsibilities of an IT Customer Liaisons include: - Defining, interpreting, documenting, and prioritizing customers' technical requirements. - Preparing operational, functional, and technical requirement documentation. - Identifying opportunities to improve customers' capabilities by monitoring developments that indicate evolving customer technical needs and providing information about new and enhanced technical capabilities. - Providing timely and accurate customer-centric information regarding capabilities activities that may affect customer operations. - Creating...

Software/Hardware Project Manager - Experienced Level (Maryland & Texas Locations)

National Security Agency Fort Meade, MD, USA

Software/Hardware Project Managers leverage their knowledge and experience in Agile software development and/or hardware systems architecture to deliver software and/or hardware products and services.To successfully deliver technical system within our environment, applicants must have a thorough understanding of the following: Agile software development lifecycle, requirement elicitation/assessment/tracking, system/software design, software development, system acquisition/assembly, testing, implementation, and deployment. They are responsible for identifying and tracking milestones, planning, allocating resources, and projecting and tracking costs and schedules throughout each lifecycle phase. They articulate vital project statuses to senior leadership, decision makers, and stakeholders in the form of briefings and written reports. Software/Hardware Project Managers play a vital role in guiding a team or multiple teams to complete the technical aspect of a scoped project by: 1....

Machine Learning Operations Engineer / Data Scientist - Entry to Expert Level (Maryland, Hawaii & Colorado Locations)

National Security Agency Fort Meade, MD, USA

At NSA Data Science is a broad field, and a team effort, spanning all the expertise needed to derive value from data. As a Data Scientist specializing in Machine Learning Operations (ML Ops) Engineering, you will help deploy and maintain ML systems that keep NSA at the cutting edge of intelligence gathering and reporting, with all the high-functioning support processes that it requires. Responsibilities include: - Implementing ML pipeline and workflows - Deploying, monitoring, and maintaining ML models in production systems - Deploying ML services and applications to secure cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP, IBM Cloud) - Building and deploying micro-services as part of ML/DSci applications - Building continuous integration and delivery pipelines for ML applications - Ensuring security and compliance of ML systems - Communicating with a team of data scientists, data engineers, and stakeholders; documenting the process Depending on the skill-sets currently in demand, newly...

AI Engineer / Data Scientist - Entry to Expert Level (Maryland, Hawaii & Colorado Locations)

National Security Agency Fort Meade, MD, USA

At NSA Data Science is a broad field, and a team effort, spanning all the expertise needed to derive value from data. As a Data Scientist specializing in AI Engineering, you will help design and implement AI systems that keep NSA at the cutting edge of intelligence gathering and reporting, with all the high-functioning support processes that it requires. Responsibilities include: - Leading or contributing to cross-functional teams to develop and implement Al that can help solve some of our most challenging problems - Applying modern engineering techniques to develop decision support software prototypes - Proposing and executing novel, cutting-edge research in Al-enhanced decision systems - Testing and evaluating Al solutions against mission requirements and producing actionable recommendations Depending on the skill-sets currently in demand, newly hired AI Engineers may be assigned to a mission office, or alternatively enrolled in the three-year Data Science Development Program...

Data Scientist - Entry to Expert Level (Maryland, Hawaii & Colorado Locations)

National Security Agency Fort Meade, MD, USA

At NSA Data Science is a broad field, and a team effort, spanning all the expertise needed to derive value from data. As a Data Scientist, you will uses elements of mathematics, statistics, computer science, and application-specific knowledge to gather, make, and communicate principled conclusions from data. You will employ your mathematical science, computer science, and quantitative analysis skills to develop solutions to complex data problems and take full advantage of NSA's capabilities to tackle the highest priority challenges. Responsibilities include: - Exploring data analysis and model-fitting to reveal data features of interest - Using the machine-learned predictive modeling - Constructing usable data sets from multiple sources to meet customer needs - Identifying and analyzing anomalous data (including metadata) - Developing conceptual design and models to address mission requirements - Developing qualitative and quantitative methods for characterizing datasets in...

Forensic Analyst - Mid to Experienced Level (Maryland)

National Security Agency Fort Meade, MD, USA

Forensic Analysts exploit captured digital media and/or investigate security incidents in order to derive useful intelligence and/or enable mitigation of network vulnerabilities. Forensic Analysts play a vital role at NSA by performing the following tasks involving computer networks owned by the Department of Defense and/or Intelligence Community agencies: - Exploiting, fusing, and using data and data sources - Collecting and analyzing intrusion artifacts (source code, malware, Trojans, system images) to determine mitigations for cybersecurity incidents - Leading investigations of potential cybersecurity incidents - Conducting post-incident analysis to determine root causes, monitor the effectiveness of mitigations, and reassess vulnerabilities to related threats - Coordinating assessment of current infrastructure to determine if there is potential for similar incidents within the infrastructure and, when necessary, manage actions to mitigate as a preventative measure NSA is...

User Experience (UX) Designer - Experienced (Maryland, Texas)

National Security Agency Fort Meade, MD, USA

**PLEASE INCLUDE YOUR PORTFOLIO URL IN THE COVER LETTER SECTION FOR FULL CONSIDERATION OF THIS POSITION** As a User Experience Designer/Researcher, you will support the strategy and design for next generation analysis tools for the Intelligence Community. Join us to work at the forefront of product development in an organization that's focused on promoting consistent processes and practices across the Agency in the areas of user experience engineering, systems engineering, operational engineering and support, and customer outreach. As a User Experience Designer/Researcher, you will be charged with blending both technical expertise and mission knowledge in providing design support for a breadth of analytic and engagement tools. Responsibilities may include: - Design user experiences for new and existing web and other framework-based applications from concept to completion - Design workflows and experiences that are intuitive, effective, and accessible - Apply...

Cryptanalysis Development Program (CADP) - Entry to Experienced Level (MD Location)

National Security Agency Fort Meade, MD, USA

The NSA must maintain and develop a highly talented and diverse workforce. The NSA/CSS Cryptanalysis Development Program (CADP) is designed to produce professional cryptanalysts through an intensive, structured program of formal training courses and diverse work assignments. The CADP is a three-year development program where participants complete five (5) tours of duty in cryptanalytic offices, attend seven (7) required courses, and choose at least three (3) elective courses. After completion, they are then placed in a technical mission office to use their cryptanalytic skills. Cryptanalysts at the NSA monitor and detect problems in data flow or collection to ensure collection quality. They analyze garbled intercepts by using processing skills and techniques, conduct analysis of signals and/or cryptographic data, and use that knowledge to diagnose and exploit encrypted material. They also debug and test software programs. The selected individual will work in a dynamic...

Mechanical Engineer - Facilities - Entry to Experienced Level (MD)

National Security Agency Fort Meade, MD, USA

Be a part of our mission to protect the national security of the United States, and have a direct impact to enable success in Agency operations. As a Facilities Engineer - Mechanical, you will have the opportunity to work directly with mission customers to validate the requirements and unique needs to provide reliable technical solutions. With the ever-changing industry and increase of technology complexities to accommodate our workforce, NSA's Installation & Logistics organization needs motivated Mechanical Engineers to provide facilities design expertise, guidance, and support to the development and implementation of facilities solutions that enable capabilities that align with mission driven priorities. As a Mechanical Engineer at NSA, responsibilities may include: - Prepare design and construction cost estimates. - Development of designs for new and renovated facilities. - Prepare engineering technical reports, specifications, and drawings - Provide construction...

Electrical Engineer - Facilities - Mid to Experienced Level (MD)

National Security Agency Fort Meade, MD, USA

Be a part of our mission to protect the national security of the United States, and have a direct impact to enable success in Agency operations. As a Facilities Electrical Engineer, you will have the opportunity to work directly with mission customers to validate the requirements and unique needs to provide reliable technical solutions. With the ever-changing industry and increase of technology complexities to accommodate our workforce, NSA's Installation & Logistics organization needs motivated Electrical Engineers to provide facilities design expertise, guidance, and support to the development and implementation of facilities solutions that enable capabilities that align with mission driven priorities. Additionally, the Installations & Logistics organization is seeking Electrical Engineers with a focus or specialty in control and monitoring of electrical systems. Candidates with this specialty should be knowledgeable about or interested in learning about Supervisory...

Facilities Project Manager - Experienced Level (MD location)

National Security Agency Fort Meade, MD, USA

The National Security Agency is currently seeking highly motivated Project Managers (PMs) to join its Facilities Project Management Group in Maryland. The project manager will provide "cradle to grave" project management oversight for all related activities that support the completion of a specified project effort. The project manager will make quick decisions, work independently in a fast paced, challenging environment and be able to lead the project team through the project execution process. This will include, but not be limited to, scope development, design reviews, some construction inspection, coordination of systems and coordination of the installation of the communications systems, final walkout and acceptance of the project, and closing out the project. The PM shall have the total financial responsibility for all support activities and ensure that each respective activity maintains the schedule plan for each project effort. The PM will also maintain accurate...

AI Human Factors Specialist / Data Scientist - Entry to Expert Level (Maryland, Hawaii & Colorado Locations)

National Security Agency Fort Meade, MD, USA

At NSA Data Science is a broad field, and a team effort, spanning all the expertise needed to derive value from data. As a Data Scientist specializing in AI Human Factors, you will design, monitor, and improve human-machine teaming to keep NSA at the cutting edge of intelligence gathering and reporting, with all the high-functioning supporting processes that it requires. Responsibilities include: - Contributing to organizational strategies for identifying and managing the risks of deploying AI applications for developers and end-users, especially pertaining to user experience and human factors - Leading or contributing to a team of designers, fostering best practices in process and methodology, and delivering against mission key performance indicators and needs - Leading or contributing to UX efforts within your cross-functional team, including design sprints, ideation sessions, strategy, planning, participating in delivery and presenting effectively to stakeholders - Using...

Systems Engineer - Entry to Expert Level (CO, MD, TX, UT)

National Security Agency Fort Meade, MD, USA

With ever-accelerating technological advances and growing system complexity, a diverse and inclusive professional workforce of Systems Engineers builds, integrates, and optimizes complex systems and services. World-class technical professionals solve challenging systems engineering problems with unprecedented speed and scale utilizing innovative solutions. Systems engineers perform trade studies to generate and translate conceptual designs into technical specifications, participate in the evaluation of prototype hardware systems and software solutions, and integrate into the current architecture. Backgrounds such as Cybersecurity, SIGINT, hybrid-cloud, machine learning (ML), artificial intelligence (AI), integrated network architecture, information technology infrastructure and hybrid-communications all have a place in the spectrum of implementations ranging from commercial/government off-the-self solutions to the development of new and unique technologies. SENIOR SYSTEMS...

Senior Technical Leader / Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Technical Leader - Experienced Level (CO, GA, MD, TX, UT)

National Security Agency Fort Meade, MD, USA

Representing the breadth of professional and personal diversity, NSA STEM Technical Leaders bring vision, innovation, and passion for solving unique problems that protect our Nation daily. These leaders have experience with advanced technologies, collaboration, and moving ideas from requirements to implementation. In the government and in today's ever changing technology environment ' STEM Technical Leaders (STEMT TLs) have to be more adaptable, relatable and innovative. STEM TLs have to choose what information they keep and what information they take action on. STEM TLs have to evolve more rapidly than ever, and address the most pressing workforce challenges highlighted during the post COVID era (i.e., game changing technology to provide intelligence advantage). STEM TLs drive technical decisions, architectural design discussions, and systems integration within the context of their technical specialties coming from a full spectrum of backgrounds such as software development;...

Exploitation Analyst - Certified/Experienced (GA, HI, MD, & TX)

National Security Agency Fort Meade, MD, USA

NSA stays at the forefront of Cybersecurity. Backed by a talented cadre of capabilities development specialists, NSA operates innovative solutions to gather foreign Intelligence via Computer Network Exploitation. Analysts will receive expert and specialized training on state of the art tools and capabilities. A full career track that covers beginner to expert development paths awaits those that wish to join NSA's mission. Additionally, there are opportunities to receive specialized pay at specific milestones. As an Exploitation Analyst you will: - Analyze all-source data to evaluate foreign target opportunities - Understand and evaluate foreign target network - Develop strategies against those foreign target networks - Partner with operators to conduct operations against foreign networks - Inform defensive cyber operations through intelligence collection - Work with a diverse team across the Intelligence Community to satisfy critical questions from policy makers, our military...

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