The National Security Agency employs a highly skilled workforce that plays a critical role in protecting our nation's security every day. The NSA is seeking individuals with relevant Intelligence Community (IC) experience to support our mission.
Applicants will be considered primarily against the selected skill areas and will be required to meet the applicable minimum qualifications. To afford yourself the best opportunity for consideration, please build your profile to showcase your relevancy and experience towards NSA missions. It's important that you upload any military training/coursework transcripts, DD214, relevant certifications, as well as unofficial copies of educational transcripts from schools attended. Providing these documents is especially critical as the minimum qualifications for some positions may require a particular degree, course concentration, or relevant military training.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 a lengthy career involving multiple work experiences to show each position and corresponding dates (Month/Year per position at minimum) to allow yourself full consideration across multiple missions. Please do not populate the build-a-resume tool with 'see resume' but take advantage of the opportunity to build a 2-page resume that best relays your relevant background/experience/education.
NSA corporately hires for positions within several skill areas to include those listed below. Your response to application screening questions will help us to assess your application against open positions within the skill areas of your choosing and in line with your provided background/experience.
o Acquisition and Business Management o Collection o Computer Science o Corporate Officer o Cryptanalysis o Cybersecurity & Analysis o Education and Training o Engineering and Physical Science o Facilities o Legal, Policy, Oversight & Compliance o Logistics o Mathematics o Networking and Telecommunications o Occupational Health o Signals AnalysisThe minimum qualifications against which the applicant will be evaluated derive from the skill area to which they are matched. In addition, the applicant must have previous experience working as a civilian employee or military affiliate in an Intelligence Community Agency.Pay: 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.
Salary range varies by location, work level, and relevant experience to the position.
Training will be provided based on the selectee's needs and experience.
Benefits: NSA offers a comprehensive benefits package.
Work Schedule: This is a full-time position, Monday - Friday, with basic 8hr/day work requirement between 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. (flexible).
DCIPS Trial Period: If selected for this position, you will be required to serve a two-year DCIPS trial period, unless you are a veterans' preference-eligible employee, in which case you are required to serve a one-year trial period. This trial period runs concurrently with your commitment to the position, if applicable. Before finalizing your appointment at the conclusion of your trial period, NSA will determine whether your continued employment advances the public interest. This decision will be based on factors such as your performance and conduct; the Agency's needs and interests; whether your continued employment would advance the Agency's organizational goals; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.
Upon completion of your trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
If you do not receive certification for continued employment, you should receive written notice prior to the end of your trial period that your employment will be terminated and the effective date of such termination.
NSA is at the forefront of U.S. government cryptology, integrating signals intelligence (SIGINT) and cybersecurity to enhance national and allied advantages. Our mission encompasses computer network operations aimed at securing critical insights and services, ensuring decisive advantages for the nation and our allies.
NSA's cybersecurity initiatives are pivotal in safeguarding U.S. national security systems, particularly within the Defense Industrial Base and enhancing the security of U.S. weaponry. We are committed to advancing cybersecurity through education, research, and career development.
Through foreign signals intelligence (SIGINT), NSA delivers crucial intelligence to U.S. policymakers and military forces. This intelligence, derived from electronic signals and systems used by foreign entities, provides essential insights into the capabilities, actions, and intentions of adversaries worldwide. It supports our efforts to defend the nation, save lives, and advance U.S. objectives and alliances globally.
Visit IntelligenceCareers.gov/NSA to learn about our mission and how you can have a rewarding career that safeguards the country’s future – and your own.