Nightwing · 1 month ago
Linux Systems and Network Engineer
Sterling, VA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expNightwing is a company that provides technically advanced solutions in cyber, data operations, and intelligence mission support services. They are seeking a Linux Systems and Network Engineer to design, develop, and deploy operational networks, working closely with government personnel and contractors.
Information Technology & Services
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Support the design, development, testing, and deployment of operational networks in collaboration with government personnel and other contractors
Work seamlessly within government spaces and independently prioritize tasks in a time-effective manner while reporting status updates to both internal program managers and government customers
Qualification
Required
Proven expertise in Linux system administration and troubleshooting, along with secure and efficient networking configurations
Ability to securely instantiate and configure cloud instances over SSH using platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Oracle
Proficiency in Linux command-line tools such as Bash for system management and scripting
Experience in programming with C, C++, and Python to support workflow automation, debugging, and development tasks
Ability to create custom filters and analyze network traffic using tools like Wireshark, tshark, python-scapy, and libpcap
In-depth understanding of CNO/exploitation principles and operational concepts
Demonstrated proficiency working with managed attribution networks for secure routing, monitoring, and troubleshooting
Expertise in debugging distributed networks, including devices communicating across local and remote network tunnels
Experience in hardening Linux systems and services, as well as writing firewall rulesets using tools like iptables and nftables
Employing Linux tools to validate appropriate packet routing from source to destination
Ability to work seamlessly with government personnel and other contractors in sensitive spaces
Strong initiative to tackle complex technical problems effectively and independently
Excellent organizational skills to prioritize concurrent tasks in a time-efficient manner
Outstanding interpersonal and professional communication skills to report status updates to both internal stakeholders and government customers
Bachelor's degree in engineering or a technology-related field, or 5 years of directly related experience
Preferred
Advanced degree in computer science or a technology field, or 10 years of equivalent related experience
Company
Nightwing
We are the intelligence services company that continually redefines the edge of the possible to keep advancing our national security interests.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase