Technical Lead.

Nightwing; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cybersecurity firm is seeking an experienced Technical Lead to oversee technical strategy and solution delivery. You will guide project direction, mentor team members, and manage technical issues while ensuring quality and compliance. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in software development, proven leadership skills, and must hold a Bachelor's degree. A current TS/SCI clearance is mandatory. This position offers the opportunity to drive innovation in cybersecurity for mission-critical operations.

Qualifications

• 14 years of related experience required.
• Experience in Intelligence Community space preferred.
• Current TS/SCI Clearance with CI Polygraph required.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical guidance and set project vision.
• Oversee project plans and ensure timely delivery.
• Mentor team members and conduct code reviews.
• Analyze complex issues and implement solutions.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Agile Framework

DevSecOps

Technical Architecture

Software Development Methodologies

Microservices

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Kubernetes

AWS

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.

Nightwing is seeking an experienced Technical Lead. In this role, responsibilities would include overseeing technical strategy, setting architectural direction, establishing engineering solution, ensuring quality, mentoring staff, collaborating with other departments, and solving complex problems to meet project deadlines and budgets. The role requires strong leadership and technical expertise implementing enterprise grade systems for Intelligence Community mission areas, with duties like code reviews, system design, and performance analysis.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical guidance, set the technical vision, and make critical decisions that shape project direction.
• Oversee project plans, schedules, and milestones to ensure timely and on‑budget delivery.
• Mentor, coach, and motivate team members; conduct code reviews and delegate tasks effectively.
• Analyze and troubleshoot complex technical issues, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Continuously evaluate and improve technical processes, tools, and procedures for greater efficiency.
• Liaise with stakeholders, write progress reports, and present project status to senior management.
• Stay current with the latest technology trends and help the team adopt new tools and practices.

Required Skills And Qualifications

• Must have 14 years of related experience
• Must have 5 years’ experience supporting the mission
• An additional 6 years’ experience can be substituted with a Bachelor’s degree and 4 years’ experience can be substituted with an Associate’s degree.
• A Bachelor’s Degree and 5 years additional related work experience may be substituted for a Master’s degree.
• Deep understanding of software development methodologies and a relevant technology stack.
• Understanding of methodologies for integrating and modernizing applications (e.g., strangler fig pattern, API‑Gateways)
• Proficiency in agile framework, processes, and principles
• Proficiency with DevSecOps principles and processes (e.g., CI/CD, TDD, feature flags, canaries)
• Proficiency with microservices and cloud architectures (e.g., Kubernetes, AWS)
• Experience in the Intelligence Customer space.
• Current TS/SCI Clearance with CI Polygraph
• Excellent problem‑solving, analytical, and decision‑making abilities.
• Experience with project management, risk analysis, and technical architecture.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Bachelor’s degree

Please Note: This position is contingent upon contract award.

At Nightwing, we value collaboration and teamwork. You’ll have the opportunity to work alongside talented individuals who are passionate about what they do. Together, we’ll leverage our collective expertise to drive innovation, solve complex problems, and deliver exceptional results for our clients.

Thank you for considering joining us as we embark on this new journey and shape the future of cybersecurity and intelligence together as part of the Nightwing team.

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.