Technical Lead.

Nightwing; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity for professional growth

Collaborative work environment

Innovative technology projects

Job summary

A leading cybersecurity firm is seeking an experienced Technical Lead in Sterling, Virginia. In this role, you will oversee technical strategy, set architectural direction, and ensure quality through mentoring staff. Key responsibilities include project milestone management, problem-solving, and liaising with stakeholders. The ideal candidate has a strong leadership background, deep technical expertise, and experience in the Intelligence Community. Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree and a current TS/SCI Clearance with CI Polygraph.

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of software development methodologies and relevant technology stack.
• Proficiency in agile framework, processes, and principles.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical guidance, set the technical vision, and make critical decisions.
• Mentor and motivate team members; conduct code reviews and delegate tasks.
• Analyze and troubleshoot complex technical issues and implement mitigation strategies.

Skills

Software development methodologies

Agile framework

DevSecOps principles

Problem-solving abilities

Leadership skills

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:

• 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.

Nightwing values 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.