Entry-Level Cloud Systems Engineer: Mission-Focused Ops

Nightwing

Sterling (VA)

Hybrid

USD 55,000 - 106,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
401k plan
Paid time off

Job summary

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

This role is ideal for recent graduates pursuing cloud technologies and DevOps in a mission-focused environment, with a hybrid work arrangement at the Sterling, VA site.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, 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

  • 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 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

Analytical thinking
Problem-solving
Strong communication
Team collaboration
Cloud concepts
Scripting basics
Programming knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / IT / Cybersecurity

Tools

Kubernetes
ArgoCD
Jenkins
Terraform
Ansible
GitHub / GitLab
Docker

Job description

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

This role is ideal for recent graduates pursuing cloud technologies and DevOps in a mission-focused environment, with a hybrid work arrangement at the Sterling, VA site.

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