{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"b7ec463de650e68b01ca280f","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/b7ec463de650e68b01ca280f","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/b7ec463de650e68b01ca280f","title":"Systems Administrator - Linux","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.\n\nWe are seeking a highly skilled Systems Administrator to support mission-critical systems in a secure environment. The ideal candidate has experience with cloud infrastructure, automation, CI/CD, and Linux administration, and thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative, and security‑focused environment\n\nKey Responsibilities:\nMaintain AWS cloud infrastructure using infrastructure-as-code to ensure scalability, reliability, and security\nBuild and maintain CI/CD pipelines to support fast and reliable software delivery across multiple applications\nImplement automated infrastructure monitoring to enhance application reliability and system awareness\nDeploy, manage, and troubleshoot Kubernetes-based cloud environments\nWork with ArgoCD and Jenkins to support continuous delivery of applications running in Kubernetes environments\nPartner with development and security teams to automate deployments in a secure and consistent manner\nDevelop and manage AWS services including Lambda and CloudFormation\nCreate, secure, and maintain user and service accounts, including permission management and enforcement of least‑privilege access\nAdminister file systems, volumes, and storage resources to ensure reliable and efficient system operation\nMonitor system performance and health, analyze logs, and identify potential issues or bottlenecks\nApply patches, updates, and security hardening configurations to maintain system stability and compliance\nTroubleshoot and resolve Linux-related issues impacting availability or performance\nEnsure overall reliability, security, and operational readiness of mission‑critical Linux systems\n\nMandatory Skills\nActive TS/SCI clearance with full-scope polygraph\nTechnical bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field\nStrong hands-on experience with AWS, Kubernetes, CI/CD tools, and Linux systems\nAbility to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams in a secure, mission-oriented environment\n\nSalary & Benefits\n\nThe salary associated with this position ($77,000–$163,000) 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.\n\nNightwing offers medical, vision and dental insurance coverage in addition to a 401k plan, PTO, Holidays, and additional insurances.\n\nNightwing is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. 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The ideal candidate has experience with cloud infrastructure, automation, CI/CD, and Linux administration, and thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative, and security‑focused environment\n\nKey Responsibilities:\nMaintain AWS cloud infrastructure using infrastructure-as-code to ensure scalability, reliability, and security\nBuild and maintain CI/CD pipelines to support fast and reliable software delivery across multiple applications\nImplement automated infrastructure monitoring to enhance application reliability and system awareness\nDeploy, manage, and troubleshoot Kubernetes-based cloud environments\nWork with ArgoCD and Jenkins to support continuous delivery of applications running in Kubernetes environments\nPartner with development and security teams to automate deployments in a secure and consistent manner\nDevelop and manage AWS services including Lambda and CloudFormation\nCreate, secure, and maintain user and service accounts, including permission management and enforcement of least‑privilege access\nAdminister file systems, volumes, and storage resources to ensure reliable and efficient system operation\nMonitor system performance and health, analyze logs, and identify potential issues or bottlenecks\nApply patches, updates, and security hardening configurations to maintain system stability and compliance\nTroubleshoot and resolve Linux-related issues impacting availability or performance\nEnsure overall reliability, security, and operational readiness of mission‑critical Linux systems\n\nMandatory Skills\nActive TS/SCI clearance with full-scope polygraph\nTechnical bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field\nStrong hands-on experience with AWS, Kubernetes, CI/CD tools, and Linux systems\nAbility to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams in a secure, mission-oriented environment\n\nSalary & Benefits\n\nThe salary associated with this position ($77,000–$163,000) is commensurate with the selected candidate’s qualifications, years of relevant experience, and demonstrated level of expertise. 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