Systems Administrator - Linux

Nightwing provides technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence mission support services to meet our 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. Nightwing brings disruptive technologies, agility, and competitive offerings to customers in the intelligence community, defense, civil, and commercial markets.

We are seeking a highly skilled Systems Administrator to support mission-critical systems in a secure environment. The ideal candidate has experience with cloud infrastructure, automation, CI/CD, and Linux administration, and thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative, and security-focused environment

Key Responsibilities:

Maintain AWS cloud infrastructure using infrastructure-as-code to ensure scalability, reliability, and security

Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines to support fast and reliable software delivery across multiple applications

Implement automated infrastructure monitoring to enhance application reliability and system awareness

Deploy, manage, and troubleshoot Kubernetes-based cloud environments

Work with ArgoCD and Jenkins to support continuous delivery of applications running in Kubernetes environments

Partner with development and security teams to automate deployments in a secure and consistent manner

Develop and manage AWS services including Lambda and CloudFormation

Create, secure, and maintain user and service accounts, including permission management and enforcement of least-privilege access

Administer file systems, volumes, and storage resources to ensure reliable and efficient system operation

Monitor system performance and health, analyze logs, and identify potential issues or bottlenecks

Apply patches, updates, and security hardening configurations to maintain system stability and compliance

Troubleshoot and resolve Linux-related issues impacting availability or performance

Ensure overall reliability, security, and operational readiness of mission-critical Linux systems

Mandatory Skills

Active TS/SCI clearance with full-scope polygraph

Technical bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field

Strong hands-on experience with AWS, Kubernetes, CI/CD tools, and Linux systems

Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams in a secure, mission-oriented environment

At Nightwing, we value collaboration and teamwork. You'll have the opportunity to work alongside talented individuals who are passionate about what they do. Together, we'll leverage our collective expertise to drive innovation, solve complex problems, and deliver exceptional results for our clients.

Thank you for considering joining us as we embark on this new journey and shape the future of cybersecurity and intelligence together as part of the Nightwing team.

Nightwing is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.