Linux Systems Engineer — Cyber Lab Operations

Nightwing Intelligence Solutions, LLC; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 77,000 - 163,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance

401k plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

Nightwing Intelligence Solutions, LLC seeks a Technical ENG Lab Manager with Linux systems administration expertise to support the TEN lab in Sterling, VA. You will architect and maintain OpenShift-based platforms, automate deployments with Ansible, Docker, Kubernetes, and supervise cross-location lab operations.

Qualified candidates have 5+ years in Linux admin, DoD security clearances, and the ability to implement scalable infrastruture, monitor performance, and ensure mission continuity for

Qualifications

• 5+ years of directly relevant experience as a Linux System Administrator.
• 2+ years MacOS and iOS experience.
• Active DoD Secret clearance; TS/SCI preferred.
• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Must be able to obtain DHS Suitability.
• Ability to work collaboratively across physical locations.

Responsibilities

• Apply advanced analytical skills to support mission requirements.
• Manage configuration across Windows, macOS, Linux/Unix and virtualization.
• Support deployment of new technologies in the lab.
• Provide ongoing systems administration, upgrades, patching and troubleshooting.
• Monitor Red Hat platforms security and health; report findings.
• Develop automation for platforms using OpenShift, Ansible, Docker, Kubernetes, Podman.
• Integrate COTS/GOTS and third-party apps into OpenShift; patch and maintain.
• Create automation for deployment to virtual and physical devices.
• Enforce granular access control; monitor performance and security.
• Troubleshoot storage and replication issues across networks.
• Identify process efficiencies with customer approval.
• Manage project components to meet objectives.
• Advise on lab SOPs and policies.
• Apply security concepts to mitigate weaknesses.

Skills

Linux System Administration

MacOS/iOS experience

Team collaboration

Clearance readiness

Education

BS in Computer Science / Engineering or related

HS Diploma + 7+ years lab management or systems admin

Tools

RedHat OpenShift

Docker

Kubernetes

RedHat Ansible Tower

RedHat Satellite

Job description

Nightwing Intelligence Solutions, LLC seeks a Technical ENG Lab Manager with Linux systems administration expertise to support the TEN lab in Sterling, VA. You will architect and maintain OpenShift-based platforms, automate deployments with Ansible, Docker, Kubernetes, and supervise cross-location lab operations.

Qualified candidates have 5+ years in Linux admin, DoD security clearances, and the ability to implement scalable infrastruture, monitor performance, and ensure mission continuity for