Government & Public Sector Jobs in Columbia, MD (Now Hiring) — 485 open — Page 14

Junior Software Engineer

Columbia, Maryland, United States · On-site

$70k–$190k/yr

Mid level

Belay Technologies has been voted Baltimore Business Journal's (BBJ) Best Places to Work 2019, runner up in 2020 and a finalist in 2021! Belay Technologies is seeking a Software Engineer to join our intel team. We are se…

Skills: Python, AI development, Prompt engineering, Langgraph, PydanticAI

Automation Engineer SkillBridge

Columbia, Maryland, United States · On-site

$80k–$150k/yr

Mid level

Belay Technologies has been voted Baltimore Business Journal's (BBJ) Best Places to Work 2019, runner up in 2020 and a finalist in 2021! Belay Technologies is seeking active-duty service members to join our team through …

Skills: Automation, Systems administration, Software engineering, Linux, Windows administration

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Java Developer

Columbia, Maryland, United States · On-site

$145k–$175k/yr

Entry level

Perks and Benefits 100% Paid Healthcare Premiums10% 401k in every paycheck100% Fully Vested! NOTE – Our positions require a Top Secret clearance, as well as the favorable completion of a polygraph. Applicants must be aut…

Skills: Linux CLI, Bash, Python, Java, Spring Framework

IT Field Support Specialist (HT2) (Government)

Columbia, Maryland, United States · On-site

$63k–$88k/yr

Mid level$5.0B raised

AT&T Global Public Sector is a trusted provider of secure, IP enabled, cloud-based, network solutions and professional services to the Federal Government. We are dedicated to recruiting, developing and empowering a diver…

Skills: IT support, Hardware troubleshooting, Windows operating systems, Active Directory, Technical documentation

Emulation Developer

Columbia, Maryland, United States · On-site

Mid level$225M raised

Residency All applicants must reside in the United States at the time of application. Overview Are you passionate about building innovative software solutions that drive mission success? BigBear.ai is seeking a talented …

Skills: Software Development, Emulation, Windows, Unix, C

Embedded Engineer

Columbia, Maryland, United States · On-site

Senior$225M raised

Residency All applicants must reside in the United States at the time of application. Overview Are you passionate about building technology that makes a real-world impact? BigBear.ai is seeking a skilled Embedded Enginee…

Skills: Embedded software, C, C++, Python, Windows

CNO Developer

Columbia, Maryland, United States · On-site

Mid level$225M raised

Residency All applicants must reside in the United States at the time of application. Overview Are you a skilled cybersecurity professional ready to push the boundaries of offensive cyber operations? BigBear.ai is seekin…

Skills: Cybersecurity, Reverse Engineering, Python, C, C++

System Solutions Engineer

Columbia, Maryland, United States · Hybrid

$140k–$210k/yr

Senior

We are seeking a Technical Product Owner / Solutions Engineer to bridge the gap between customers, engineering teams, and mission stakeholders in the design and delivery of modern cloud-based software solutions. This rol…

Skills: Software development, Cloud-native architecture, Requirements management, Java, JavaScript

Front End Developer

Columbia, Maryland, United States · On-site

$123k–$179k/yr

Senior

We are seeking a Front-End Developer to support the sustainment and modernization of the Reporting Tool Suite, with a primary focus on the geospatial application. This collaboration platform serves as a centralized repos…

Skills: Java, GWT, Primefaces, Quarkus, HTML

Automation Test Engineer

Columbia, Maryland, United States · On-site

$114k–$174k/yr

Senior

We have an immediate need for an Automated Test Engineer to support a data distribution and validation system and to ensure the quality, reliability, and performance. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, passionate ab…

Skills: Cypress, JavaScript, TypeScript, Test Automation, API Testing

System Administrator, Level 2

Columbia, Maryland, United States · On-site

Senior

What You Will Do: As a System Administrator Level 2 at Independent Software, you will support the implementation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of mission-critical Information Technology (IT) systems supporting nation…

Skills: Linux, UNIX, Windows, System administration, Troubleshooting

Software Engineer (Partial Telework)

Columbia, Maryland, United States · Hybrid

$115k–$190k/yr

Senior

***An active or rein-statable TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance is REQUIRED. Please do not apply if you currently do not possess this level of clearance.*** Are you a Software Engineer who is ready for a new chall…

Skills: Java, Spring Boot, Spring Integration, Spring Data, Git

Software Engineer, Level 3

Columbia, Maryland, United States · On-site

Senior

What You Will Do: As a Software Engineer Level 3 at Independent Software, you will design, develop, maintain, and enhance complex software systems supporting mission-critical operations. This role combines front-end deve…

Skills: Java, Python, C++, C#, JavaScript

Data Scientist, Level 2

Columbia, Maryland, United States · On-site

Mid level

What You Will Do: At Independent Software, as a Data Scientist Level 2, you will analyze complex datasets and develop data-driven solutions supporting mission-critical operations. Depending on the program, you may work w…

Skills: Python, Machine learning, Artificial intelligence, Predictive analytics, Data visualization

Database Engineer, Level 3

Columbia, Maryland, United States · On-site

Senior+

What You Will Do: As a Database Engineer (DBE), Level 3 at Independent Software, you will provide technical expertise in the design, development, implementation, and management of complex database systems supporting miss…

Skills: Database design, SQL, Data modeling, Performance tuning, Cloud-based methodologies

Manager, Audit Operations & Government Contracting

Washington, District of Columbia, United States · On-site

Senior+

Title: Manager, Audit Operations & Government Contracting We are KBR When you become part of our KBR team, your opportunities are endless. Through internal collaboration, and with our partners and customers, we’re defini…

Skills: Internal audit, Government contracting, Compliance, Risk management, Internal controls

DevSecOps / Sys Admin

Columbia, Maryland, United States · On-site

$210k–$228k/yr

Senior

DevSecOps / Systems AdministratorPosition SummaryTOP SECRET/SCI Clearance Required, with a CI POLY SALARY RANGE: $210 - 228K LOCATION: Columbia, MD We are seeking an experienced DevSecOps / Systems Administrator to desig…

Skills: DevSecOps, Systems Administration, Cybersecurity, Cloud Infrastructure, CI/CD Pipelines

Network Engineer 2

Columbia, Maryland, United States · On-site

$55/hr–$92/hr

Senior

At Wyetech, you’ll be at the center of an award-winning corporate culture, breaking technological barriers and solving real-world problems for our federal government customers. We are committed to hiring the best of the …

Skills: Network Design, LAN Administration, WAN Administration, Network Performance Monitoring, VoIP

AI Engineer, Principal - TS/SCI w/Poly

Columbia, Maryland, United States · On-site

$125k–$225k/yr

Senior+$700M raised

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next! At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of v…

Skills: Python, Machine learning, Large language models, RAG, AI agents

Vulnerability Researcher/Reverse Engineer (TS/SCI w/Poly)

Columbia, Maryland, United States · On-site

$125k–$225k/yr

Senior+$700M raised

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next! At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of v…

Skills: Vulnerability Research, Reverse Engineering, Fuzzing, Binary Analysis, Exploit Development

Frequently asked questions

How much do Government & Public Sector jobs in Columbia, MD pay?

Based on 334 listings with disclosed salaries, most government & public sector jobs in Columbia, MD pay between $71k–$227k per year. Individual offers vary with seniority, company size, and specialization.

How many Government & Public Sector jobs are open in Columbia, MD right now?

There are currently 485 open government & public sector positions in Columbia, MD listed on Clera. New openings are added daily as companies post roles.

Which companies are hiring for Government & Public Sector roles in Columbia, MD?

Companies currently hiring include Independent Software, Parsons Corporation, AT&T, KBR, Inc., BigBear.ai, among others. Browse the listings above to see every active employer.

Are there remote or hybrid Government & Public Sector jobs in Columbia, MD?

Yes — 124 of the 485 open government & public sector positions offer remote or hybrid work (32 remote, 92 hybrid).

How do I apply for Government & Public Sector jobs in Columbia, MD?

Each listing links directly to the employer's application page. Apply early — fresh listings get the most recruiter attention in the first two weeks.