Former Intelligence Community (IC) Professionals Job in Fort Meade, MD

Vacancy No. 1249281 Department National Security Agency/Central Security Service
Salary $57,164.00 to $195,200.00 Grade 7 to 15
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 9/3/2025 Close Date 9/7/2025
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Fort Meade, MD


Summary

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. Previous NSA employees are highly encouraged to apply to this job posting.

Duties

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. Previous NSA employees are highly encouraged to apply to this job posting. Applicants to this advertisement will be considered against the two skill areas of their choosing from the screening questions, and will be required to meet the applicable minimum qualifications.

Retired Federal government employees are encouraged to apply directly to the "Retired Federal Government Employees" job posting (when available) so that we can consider your application as a reemployed annuitant. In addition, we suggest you contact the Office of Personnel Management should you have any questions regarding the impact of reemployment on your current benefits as a federal retiree.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • 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.

Qualifications

The 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.

Additional information

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.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Benefits

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

NSA corporately hires for many areas of consideration. Your responses to screening questions attached to this job posting will help us to guide you toward the area(s) that best fit your background/experience:

o Computer Science
o Corporate Officer
o Engineering and Physical Science
o Language Analysis
o Legal, Policy, Oversight and Compliance
o Mathematics
o Networking and Telecommunications

When submitting your application, please ensure that you fully populate all sections of the resume building tool with all relevant skills, experience, and education, as the resume entered into the tool will be the primary resume used to evaluate your application against positions within the skill areas as offered above. Please do NOT populate the resume tool with 'see resume.'

Please attach an unofficial copy of your transcripts from schools attended, when applying for this position. Providing a copy of your transcripts is especially critical since the minimum qualifications for some positions may require a particular degree, course concentration, or relevant military training.

Required Documents

The National Security Agency (NSA) is part of the DoD Intelligence Community Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS). All positions in the NSA are in the Excepted Services under 10 United States Codes (USC) 1601 appointment authority. DoD Components with DCIPS positions apply Veterans' Preference to eligible candidates as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5 USC, in accordance with the procedures provided in DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 2005, DCIPS Employment and Placement. If you are a veteran claiming veterans' preference, as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5 U.S.C., you may be asked to submit documents verifying your eligibility.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to Apply

To apply, please visit, https://apply.intelligencecareers.gov/job-description/1249281

Agency contact information

NSA POC
Address
NSA External Hiring
9800 Savage Road
Fort Meade, MD 20755
US

Next steps

For more information, please visit: https://apply.intelligencecareers.gov/job-description/1249281


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