Systems Network Engineer

Nightwing provides technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration, and intelligence mission support services to meet customers’ most demanding challenges. Our capabilities include cyber space operations, cyber defense and resiliency, vulnerability research, ubiquitous technical surveillance, data intelligence, lifecycle mission enablement, and software modernization.

About the role

The Journeyman System/Network Engineer supports the deployment, configuration, and maintenance of infrastructure required for the unified solution. This position works with Kubernetes environments, networking configurations, and Government platform services to ensure reliable system operation across all deployment environments.

Responsibilities

• Support Kubernetes cluster configuration and management
• Assist with network configuration and troubleshooting
• Support integration with Government platform services
• Implement and maintain monitoring solutions
• Assist with security configuration and hardening
• Support deployment automation and Infrastructure as Code
• Troubleshoot system and network issues
• Document infrastructure configurations
• Support disaster recovery and backup procedures
• Participate in security assessments and remediations

Requirements

• Minimum 7 years of system/network engineering experience
• Bachelor's degree in relevant technical field (or equivalent substitution)
• Experience with Kubernetes and container orchestration
• Strong Linux/Unix system administration skills
• Knowledge of networking protocols and configurations
• Familiarity with cloud platforms and services
• Experience with monitoring tools (Prometheus, Grafana, EFK stack)
• Understanding of security principles and best practices
• Active TS/SCI clearance with ability to obtain CI Polygraph
• Must be U.S. citizen

Pay

Salary range: $77,000–$163,000, commensurate with qualifications, years of relevant experience, and demonstrated level of expertise.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance
• 401k plan
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• Additional insurance options

Experience Level: Journeyman (Level 2)
Clearance Required: TS/SCI with CI Polygraph
Location: National Capital Region (NCR) or San Antonio, TX