Technical Collections Engineer-Clearance Sponsorship Available

Nightwing; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 64,000 - 128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k plan

Paid time off (PTO)

Holidays

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Job summary

Nightwing is seeking a Junior Technical Collections Engineer to support cyber and data operations. The role emphasizes Linux familiarity, troubleshooting, and cross-functional teamwork to analyze signals data.

Ideal candidates have basic Linux experience, knowledge of TCP/IP, and readiness for Top Secret/SCI with Polygraph sponsorship. Degrees or four years relevant experience are acceptable.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of TCP/IP and OSI models.
• Linux systems administration experience.
• Familiarity with cloud-based services.
• Automation tools and scripting languages (Bash or Python).
• Ability to work well in a collaborative team environment.

Responsibilities

• Work with cross-functional teams to develop, analyze and interpret signals data.

Skills

TCP/IP

OSI model

Linux administration

Cloud-based services

Scripting (Bash/Python)

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field

Four years relevant experience in lieu of degree

Military experience considered

Tools

Virtualization technologies

SIGINT collection systems

Machine learning concepts

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.

Nightwingis seekingaTechnical Collections Engineer, Jr. level.An ideal candidatewill havebasicLinuxoperating experienceto include troubleshooting technical issues.TheTechnical Collections Engineer, Jr. levelwillwork closely with cross-functional teams to develop,analyzeand interpret signals data.

CLEARANCE LEVEL

-Top Secret/SCI with PolygraphSponsorship Required

Required Skills

• Working level knowledgeof:
• TCP/IP and OSI network models
• Linux systems administration
• Cloud-basedservices
• Automationtoolsand scripting languages such as Bash or Python
• Proven ability to work well in a collaborative team environment

Desired Skills

• Prior experience as a military Signal Collections Analyst orInformation Technology Administrator
• Experience in signals analysis, networkanalysisor related field
• Experience with virtualization technologies
• Prior experience with SIGINT collection systems.
• Working knowledge of machine learning and artificial intelligence concepts

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer scienceor other technical fields of study.In lieu of technical degree,and four (4) years relevant experience
• In lieu of a degree,relevant military experience can be applied
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Salary & Benefits

The salary associated with this position ($64,000-$128,000) 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.

Nightwingoffers 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.