Cyber Incident Response Solutions Architect

Nightwing; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Nightwing in Arlington, VA is looking for a Solutions Architect to provide onsite incident response support for U.S. Government agencies facing cyber-attacks. The candidate will lead technology mapping and workflow development, requiring strong skills in systems engineering and collaboration across agencies.

This role demands extensive cybersecurity experience, including knowledge of attack-mitigation techniques and the Systems Engineering Lifecycle. A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is essential; a Master's degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of direct relevant experience in systems engineering and architecture development.
• Active TS/SCI clearance required.
• Experience with Systems Engineering Lifecycle (SELC) processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end mapping of new technology identification and requirements development.
• Develop visual diagrams to illustrate proposed changes.
• Validate workflows and uncover cross-functional impacts.

Skills

Systems engineering and architecture

Cybersecurity attack-mitigation techniques

Agile Systems Engineering

Collaboration across agencies

Technical analytics

Education

BS Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Cyber Security, Computer Engineering, or related degree

Masters degree preferred

Tools

Requirements management tools (DOORS preferred)

Agile frameworks (e.g., SAFe)

Job description

Arlington, VA

Full time

JR101679

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 is supporting a U.S. Government customer to provide support for onsite incident response to civilian Government agencies and critical asset owners who experience cyber-attacks, providing immediate investigation and resolution. Contract personnel perform investigations to characterize of the severity of breaches, develop mitigation plans, and assist with the restoration of services. Nightwing is seeking a Solutions Architect to support this critical customer mission

Responsibilities:

• Lead the end-to-end mapping of new technology identification, requirements development, and workflows across all CISA Threat Hunt

• Identify and document inputs, outputs, and dependencies for each phase of new technology insertion.

• Developing visual diagrams (process flows, swimlanes, dependency maps) to illustrate how proposed changes impacts each section/branch

• Facilitating workshops with stakeholders to validate workflows and uncover cross-functional impacts

• Delivering actionable visuals and documentation to support strategic planning, compliance, and operational readiness

• Documenting current and define future-State Workflows and Processes

• Identifying inputs, outputs, and key activities for each phase

• Mapping dependencies between initiatives, systems, and teams

• Develop end-to-end workflow diagrams

• Creating swimlane diagrams to show roles and handoffs

• Validating diagrams and maps with stakeholders

• Analyzing impact on each subdivision/branch

• Identifying gaps and recommending process/system changes

• Delivering final visuals and documentation to leadership

Required Skills /Clearances :

• U.S. Citizenship

• Active TS/SCI clearance

• Ability to obtain Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Entry on Duty (EOD) Suitability

• 10+ years of direct relevant experience in systems engineering and architecture development

• Knowledge in various IT fields that include but are not limited to systems and networking engineering, technical analytics, threat hunt incident response/ hunt deployment tools, cloud technologies, and databases.

• Experience with and technical understanding of cybersecurity attack-mitigation techniques and cybersecurity architectures

• Experience with Systems Engineering Lifecycle (SELC) processes and practices, Change Management practices, requirements management, traceability, and associated tools

• Possesses or quickly develops a comprehensive understanding of Government Information Security policies, regulations, and guidelines

• Must be able to work collaboratively across agencies and physical locations.

• Knowledge and experience with Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) or similar lean Agile framework

• Agile Systems Engineering and/or development experience

• DevSecOps or DevOps experience

Desired Skills:

• Experience and/or familiarity with architectural views including operational, technical standards, and system/services views and business, data, applications, and technology architectures using applicable standards (e.g., DODAF, FEAF)

• Experience and/or familiarity with software and system lifecycle methodologies, (e.g ISO, CMMI, ITIL, Agile, SAFe)

• Experience with requirements management tools (DOORS preferred)

• Experience and/or familiarity of the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and security and privacy controls (NIST 800-37 and NIST 800-53)

• DHS experience.

Required Education:

BS Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Cyber Security, Computer Engineering,or related degree; Masters degree preferred.

Desired Certifications:

• DoD 8140 IAT Level III

• Certified Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP)

• SAFe certification (SA, SP, SSM/SASM, RTE, POPM, SPD, ASE, or SPC)

Syndeo: ESS-3423

Salary & Benefits

The salary associated with this position ($122,000-$253,000) 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.