Principal IT Systems Administrator (Program Services) with Security Clearance

Nightwing; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 99,000 - 206,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision and dental insurance

401(k) plan

PTO & Holidays

Additional insurances

Job summary

Nightwing is seeking a Systems Administrator to support IT systems and networks in a fast-paced, high-tempo environment. The role works closely with program engineering teams to deliver mission-critical solutions to government and commercial customers.

Required 8+ years in government IT with Windows/Linux, virtualization, AD, DNS/DHCP, and security hardening. A TS//SCI clearance and DoD 8140/8570 IAT Level II+ certification are preferred, along with a Bachelor's in IT, cybersecurity or STEM.

Qualifications

• 8+ years delivering and supporting IT solutions in government network environments using Windows and Linux.
• Strong virtualization, networking, and Active Directory skills.
• Experience with DISA STIGs or CIS Benchmarks for system hardening.
• Proficient with security controls: MFA, PKI, DLP.
• Scripting/automation with PowerShell, Python, Bash, and Ansible.
• Experience with SIEM tools such as Splunk.
• Vulnerability assessment/remediation with Nessus or Rapid7.
• Familiarity with NIST 800-53 controls and framework.
• Bachelor's degree in IT, Cybersecurity or STEM; DoD 8140/8570 IAT II+ preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine system administration, software/hardware installs, troubleshooting, patching.
• Coordinate IT ops across program personnel, security teams, leadership and status reporting.
• Adhere to standards and document tasks for IT and engineering teams.
• Collaborate with internal/external customers to deliver technical solutions.
• Support security controls and compliance activities across environments.

Skills

8+ years IT experience

Windows & Linux

Virtualization

Active Directory

Scripting & automation

PowerShell

Python

Bash

Ansible

SIEM (Splunk)

Vulnerability tools (Nessus/Rapid7)

NIST 800-53 familiarity

Security controls (MFA, PKI, DLP)

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT, Cybersecurity or STEM

DOD 8140/8570 IAT Level II+ certification

Tools

Nessus

Rapid7

Splunk

Active Directory

DISA STIGs / CIS Benchmarks

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.

Job Summary Nightwing is seeking a Systems Administrator with a proven ability supporting Information Technology systems and networks in a challenging, high-tempo, dynamic work environment. Our Information Technology team members work directly alongside program engineering teams to drive mission execution and deliver best-in-class solutions to our government and commercial customers. The chosen candidate will be expected to be a self-starter, able to work as part of a larger team and adapt to evolving requirements.

Responsibilities

• Performing routine maintenance and system administration tasks such as software and hardware installations, troubleshooting, system hardening, vulnerability analysis and remediation, Operating System patching and general network administration across various computing systems.
• Coordinating IT operations activities between program personnel, security teams, leadership and communicating status as appropriate.
• Abide by established standards, processes and industry best practices in the execution of daily tasking, projects and producing documentation that can be utilized by IT and engineering team members. Basic Qualifications * 8+ years of applicable experience delivering and supporting IT solutions in government accredited program network environments using Windows and Linux Operating Systems.
• Proven ability in collaborating with internal and external customers and delivering technical solutions to engineering teams to solve critical pain points and achieve mission objectives.
• Strong familiarity with IT concepts such as virtualization, networking, Microsoft Active Directory services, DHCP, DNS, etc. Preferred Qualifications * Proficient with system compliance and hardening using DISA STIGs and/or CIS Benchmarks.
• Proficient with supporting technical security controls and tools (ex. MFA, PKI and DLP)
• Proficient with scripting and automation techniques using PowerShell, Python, BASH and Ansible.
• Proficient with supporting audit collection and reduction (SIEM) tools such as Splunk.
• Proficient with vulnerability assessment and remediation using Nessus or Rapid7.
• Familiarity with NIST 800-53 control frameworks.
• Education
• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology Systems, Cybersecurity or other STEM field is preferred. * Possess or be able to obtain a DOD 8140/8570 IAT Level II or higher certification (ie. Security+ CE, CISSP, etc.).
• Clearance
• This position requires a current TS//SCI clearance Salary & Benefits

Salary & Benefits

The salary associated with this position ($99,000-$206,000) 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.