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      National Security Agency

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      National Security Agency reviews

      3.7

      73% would recommend to a friend

      (345 total reviews)
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      Gen. Joshua M. Rudd, USA

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      53% positive business outlook

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      4.0

      Career opportunities

      3.9

      Work/Life balance

      3.7

      Diversity & inclusion

      3.6

      Compensation and benefits

      3.3

      Culture & values

      3.3

      Senior management

      National Security Agency has an employee rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars, based on 345 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The National Security Agency employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Government & Public Administration industry (3.6 stars).

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      345 reviews
      5.0
      Mar 10, 2025

      High-Impact Work with Strict Security and Bureaucratic Challenges

      Applied research mathematician
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      Pros

      Working at the NSA offers the opportunity to contribute directly to national security, making a tangible impact in intelligence, cybersecurity, and cutting-edge research. Employees have access to some of the most advanced technology and computing resources in the world, fostering an environment of intellectual challenge and innovation. The agency provides strong job stability, competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and robust professional development opportunities, including specialized training and advanced education programs. For those seeking meaningful, high-stakes work with long-term career growth, the NSA can be a rewarding place to build a career.

      Cons

      hile the NSA provides a unique and mission-driven work environment, it also comes with significant constraints. The security clearance process is rigorous, requiring deep background checks and continuous monitoring. Bureaucratic hurdles can slow decision-making, and the high-pressure nature of the work can lead to long hours and limited work-life balance. Employees are also restricted in discussing their work outside the agency, which can make networking and career transitions more challenging. Additionally, due to security concerns, remote work options are minimal, requiring most employees to be on-site at secure facilities.

      5.0
      Feb 23, 2025

      I love it

      Software engineer
      Recommend
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      Pros

      Great place to learn and grow.

      Cons

      Parking and the president trying to fire you.

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