Cloud Infrastructure Systems Engineer I

Nightwing; Sterling, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision, Dental insurance

401k plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Nightwing in Sterling, VA is seeking a Software Engineer to support cloud-native applications, security-driven development, and system integration for government and commercial clients.

You will work with product management, QA, and other engineers, applying strong programming skills across Java, Python, C++, and JavaScript. Familiarity with AWS/Azure/GCP, Git, and DevOps practices is expected. Hybrid work in Sterling is available.

Qualifications

• Active Secret clearance, TS/SCI preferred
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field
• Strong programming foundation in Java, Python, C++, or JavaScript
• Familiarity with cloud environments and Git version control

Responsibilities

• Assist in selection, testing, integration and maintenance of cloud native applications
• Integrate applications to customer standards
• Participate in integration with authentication, authorization, vulnerability scanning and remediation
• Provide up-to-date expertise with cloud providers and AI capabilities for cybersecurity and development problems
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product management, QA, and other engineers

Skills

Java

Python

C++

JavaScript

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/SE

Tools

Git

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

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.

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.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the selection, testing, integration and maintenance of cloud native applications, both Commercial-off-the-shelf and Government-off-the-shelf.
• Integrate applications to customer-specified standards.
• Participate in the integration of applications with the customer’s standard solutions for authentication, authorization, vulnerability scanning and remediation.
• Assist in the review, selection and recommendation of advanced cloud native solutions to address the customer’s needs.
• Provide up-to-date expertise with cloud provider environments and artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities to address cybersecurity and development problems.
• Obtain detailed knowledge of customer’s guidelines for development, application security, and cloud provider services.
• Work to the customer’s standards as far as acceptable use to maintain security and standards.
• Understand and maintain separation between development, test and production environments.
• Use only appropriate communication between dev, test, and prod environments such as code promotion through github.
• Maintain absolute separation between customer, contractor, and personal environments.
• No movement of the customer’s information to outside environments is permitted, and only specific movement of limited, business-related documentation from outside environments into the customer’s systems is permitted.
• Participate in code reviews, design discussions, and pair programming sessions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product management, QA, and other engineers.
• Contribute to technical documentation and user guides.

Qualifications

• Active Secret clearance, TS/SCI preferred
• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong foundation in at least one programming language such as Java, Python, C++, or JavaScript.
• Strong understanding of cloud development environments and systems is required.
• Amazon Web Services (AWS) is preferred.
• Expertise with Microsoft Azure and/or Google Cloud Platform is a plus.
• Basic understanding of software development principles and data structures.
• Familiarity with version control systems like Git.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline (e.g., Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field) or equivalent experience.

Experience

Less than 2 years of prior relevant experience.

Desired Certifications

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals
• AWS Certified Developer – Associate
• AWS Cloud Practitioner
• AWS AI Practitioner
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate
• Oracle Certified Associate, Java SE Programmer
• CompTIA IT Fundamentals (ITF+)
• Software development methodology certification (e.g. SCRUM Master).
• GitHub or GitLab Certifications

Additional Information

This is a hybrid position, and the selected candidate will be required to periodically work at our Nightwing Location (Sterling, VA).

Preferred Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with software development tools and methodologies.
• Understanding of System Integration concepts, and ability to apply customer’s preferred approaches.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Knowledge of software configuration management tools and quality standards is a plus.

Salary & Benefits

The salary associated with this position ($55,000-$106,000) is commensurate with the selected candidate’s qualifications, years of relevant experience, and demonstrated level of expertise.

Compensation will be determined based on these factors to ensure alignment with skills, responsibilities, and market standards.

• Nightwing offers medical, vision and dental insurance coverage in addition to a 401k plan, PTO, Holidays, and additional insurances.

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.

Previously part of a leading Fortune 100 company and headquartered in Dulles, VA; Nightwing became independent in 2024 but continues to support the nation’s most mission impactful initiatives.

When we formed Nightwing, we brought a deep set of credentials and an unfaltering commitment to the mission. For over four decades, our team has been providing some of the world’s most technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence support services to the U.S. government on its most important missions.

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.