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    Computer Systems Architect - San Antonio, United States - National Security Agency (NSA)

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    Full time Technology / Internet
    Description

    Responsibilities:
    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


    Job Summary:


    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


    Qualifications:
    The qualifications listed are the minimum acceptable to be considered for the position.

    Degree must be in Computer Science (CS). Related fields (e.g.

    , Engineering, Mathematics, Information Technology, Information Systems) 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 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.

    Completion of military training in a relevant area such as JCAC (Joint Cyber Analysis course) will be considered towards the relevant experience requirement (i.e., 24-week JCAC course will count as 6 months of experience).

    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.


    FULL PERFORMANCE

    Entry is with a Bachelor's degree plus 3 years of relevant experience or a Master's degree plus 1 year of relevant experience or a Doctoral degree and no experience.

    An Associate's degree plus 5 years of relevant experience may be considered for individuals with in-depth experience that is clearly related to the position.


    SENIOR

    Entry is with a Bachelor's degree plus 6 years of relevant experience or a Master's degree plus 4 years of relevant experience or a Doctoral degree and 2 years of relevant experience.

    An Associate's degree plus 8 years of relevant experience may be considered for individuals with in-depth experience that is clearly related to the position.


    EXPERT

    Entry is with a Bachelor's degree plus 9 years of relevant experience or a Master's degree plus 7 years of relevant experience or a Doctoral degree plus 5 years of relevant experience.

    An Associate's degree plus 11 years of relevant experience may be considered for individuals with in-depth experience that is clearly related to the position.


    Competencies:
    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

    The ideal candidate will also reflect specialized skill and experience in one or more of the following:


    • System administration with Windows, UNIX, and/or Linux
    • Programming and scripting experience (e.g., C, C++, Java, Assembly, Python, Perl, Ruby, Bash, , 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

    Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule:

    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:
    $85,052 - $191,900 (Entry/Developmental, Full Performance, Senior, Expert)
    Salary range varies by location, work level, and relevant experience to the position.


    On the job training, internal NSA courses, and external training will be made available based on the need and experience of the selectee.


    Benefits:

    NSA offers excellent benefits to include relocation assistance, flexible work schedules, generous leave programs, paid personal fitness time, training and continuing education classes, health and life insurance, Federal Thrift Savings Plan (TSP), and a Federal retirement plan.


    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).


    How to apply:
    Apply soonest, as job postings can close earlier than stated end dates due to changes in requirements.

    It is important to review and note the minimum qualifications, as only those applicants who meet the required qualifications will be contacted to continue the employment process.

    Please populate the resume tool to showcase any relevant work experience and education related to the position and answer any applicable screening questions.

    Information collected will be used to determine eligibility, and failure to provide accurate information may result in disqualification for this position.


    A confirmation email will be sent after submission of the first application and also after any future updates to submitted applications.

    Due to time sensitive communications regarding applications, please ensure your spam filters are configured to accept email from For job vacancies that include stated testing requirements, also include the following:
    , , and

    U.S. Citizenship is required for all applicants. NSA is an equal opportunity employer and abides by applicable employment laws and regulations. NSA is also committed to the promotion of diversity within its workforce.

    All applicants and employees are subject to random drug testing in accordance with Executive Order Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a security background investigation and polygraph.

    Reasonable accommodations may be provided to applicants with disabilities during the application and hiring process where appropriate. Please visit our Diversity link for more information


    DCIPS Disclaimer:
    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 , 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.


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