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Senior System Engineer

Columbia, MD · On-site

$195K/yr

This Position requires a TS/SCI clearance with an NSA FS Poly. Applies systems engineering principles throughout the systems life cycle phases: Concept, Development, Production, Utilization, Support ...

vetegrity

Senior System Engineer

Annapolis Junction, MD · On-site

$175K/yr

This Position requires a TS/SCI clearance with an NSA FS Poly. Applies systems engineering principles throughout the systems life cycle phases: Concept, Development, Production, Utilization, Support ...

FLASH Technology Group

$150 - $200/hr

SYSTEM Engineer 3! Active TS/SCI with Polygraph required Must be a US Citizen. The Senior Systems ... Familiarity with NSA Technical Manual Standards (e.g., NSA DS-89) and defense-in-depth engineering ...

Vetegrity

Senior System Engineer

Annapolis, MD · On-site

$150 - $200/hr

This Position requires a TS/SCI clearance with an NSA FS Poly. Applies systems engineering principles throughout the systems life cycle phases: Concept, Development, Production, Utilization, Support ...

Prodigy One, LLC

Senior System Engineer

Fort George G Meade, MD · On-site

$115K - $158K/yr

Prodigy One, LLC. is a systems and software engineering services firm providing more than 45 years ... Familiarity with NSA Technical Manual Standards (e.g., NSA DS-89) and defense-in-depth engineering ...

Columbia Technology Partners, Inc

$150 - $200/hr

The Systems Engineer will collaborate across multiple organizations and programs to design, develop ... Apply hands‑on expertise in NSA data standards (business, SIGINT, Cyber) and data processing ...

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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for nsa system engineer in the United States is $127,215.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $98,000.00 and $157,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Nsa System Engineer vs Network Security Analyst?

AspectNsa System EngineerNetwork Security Analyst
CertificationsCompTIA Security+, Cisco CCNA, CISSP (preferred)CompTIA Security+, Cisco CCNA, CISSP (preferred)
Work EnvironmentDesigning, implementing, and maintaining systems within government or defense sectorsMonitoring, analyzing, and responding to security threats in various organizations
Employer & IndustryGovernment agencies, defense contractors, IT firmsFinancial institutions, healthcare, corporate IT departments

The Nsa System Engineer and Network Security Analyst roles share similar certifications and work environments but focus on different aspects of cybersecurity. The Nsa System Engineer primarily designs and maintains secure systems, while the Network Security Analyst monitors and responds to security threats. Both roles are vital in protecting organizational assets but serve distinct functions within cybersecurity teams.

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Infographic showing various Nsa System Engineer job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $127,215 per year, or $61.2 per hour.

System Engineer III (SE3) - KMI PMO (NSA)

Fort George G Meade, MD • On-site

WILLCOR, Inc.
Business Management Consulting • 11 - 50 employees
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$115K - $158K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 18 days ago

Job description

Job Title: System Engineer III (SE3) - KMI PMO (NSA)
Location: Ft. Meade, MD
Required Clearance: TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph
Salary: Negotiable
We are seeking a senior System Engineer (SE3) to support the NSA's Key Management Infrastructure (KMI) Program Management Office. The SE3 will lead systems engineering activities across requirements, architecture, design, and integration for cryptographic and key-management systems. This role requires strong NSA systems engineering experience and familiarity with KMI, EKMS, KMS, or other cryptographic key-management environments.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Analyze user needs, CONOPS, and high-level architectures to develop system requirements and design specifications.
  • Lead systems engineering activities across the full lifecycle, ensuring technical integrity of designs and deliverables.
  • Develop system architectures, interface definitions, SE documentation, and system engineering plans.
  • Coordinate with the KMI PMO, government stakeholders, and cross-discipline teams to resolve engineering issues.
  • Guide requirements decomposition and allocate functional/technical requirements to system components.
  • Support integration, test planning, verification methods, and configuration management/CCB activities.
  • Evaluate alternative system concepts and produce recommendations, trade studies, and risk analyses.
  • Incorporate new designs and capabilities into ongoing operations, ensuring compatibility with NSA technical standards.
  • Provide SE leadership on cryptographic/key-management programs, including derived IA and key-management requirements.
Required Experience:
  • NSA systems engineering experience (required)
  • Experience with KMI, EKMS, KMS, HSMs, NSA Type 1 cryptographic systems, or related key-management environments.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead complex SE efforts and interface with senior government stakeholders.
  • Experience with system requirements development, DoDAF views, architecture development, and SE documentation.
  • Experience supporting system integration, testing, CCB/CM processes, and verification planning.
Qualifications:
  • 20+ years of System Engineering experience
  • Bachelor's degree in System Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related discipline
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Industry

Business management consulting

Company size

11 - 50 Employees

Headquarters location

College Park, MD, US

Year founded

2002

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