Entry-Level Cloud Systems Administrator (Hybrid)

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

Job summary

Nightwing is seeking an Entry-Level Cloud Systems Administrator to support cloud infrastructure operations for critical intelligence and defense missions. You will gain hands-on experience with enterprise cloud platforms, system administration, and automation while collaborating with senior engineers.

This mission-focused role offers exposure to Terraform, Ansible, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines. A hybrid work arrangement is available with periodic on-site tasks in Sterling, VA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, Cybersecurity, or related field (or graduation within 10 months)
• Ability to obtain and maintain DHS Public Trust security clearance
• Basic understanding of cloud computing concepts (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
• Fundamental knowledge of Windows and Linux operating systems
• Basic network knowledge (TCP/IP, DNS, firewalls)
• Strong foundation in at least one programming language (Java, Python, C++, or JavaScript)
• Basic understanding of software development principles and data structures
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team‑oriented environment
• Eagerness to learn new technologies in a fast‑paced environment

Responsibilities

• Cloud Infrastructure Support: Administer and maintain Windows and Linux servers and applications running on the server.
• Develop and maintain task sequences, packages, and application deployments.
• Provide advanced troubleshooting and support for Windows and Linux Server environments
• Perform server builds, configurations, upgrades, and migrations.
• Monitor system performance, diagnose issues, and implement solutions to ensure high availability.
• Documentation of processes and procedures.
• Linux package and dependency management
• Administer user accounts, permissions, and security configurations.
• Implement patching, hardening, and compliance measures for Linux systems.
• Write scripts to automate build out and tasks
• Execution of O/M of malware analysis applications
• Administration of Kubernetes PODs and POD management via various applications such as ArgoCD and Kubernetes console
• Clone, commit and push code to GITHUB
• Push code via Jenkins Pipeline to various namespaces (TEST, DEV, UAT and PRD )
• Build out environments using Terraform or ansible

Skills

Python

PowerShell

Linux basics

Windows basics

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Terraform

Ansible

Kubernetes

Jenkins

GitHub

Job description

Nightwing is seeking an Entry-Level Cloud Systems Administrator to support cloud infrastructure operations for critical intelligence and defense missions. You will gain hands-on experience with enterprise cloud platforms, system administration, and automation while collaborating with senior engineers.

This mission-focused role offers exposure to Terraform, Ansible, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines. A hybrid work arrangement is available with periodic on-site tasks in Sterling, VA.