Principal IT Systems Administrator (Program Services)
Nightwing
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.
Job Summary
Nightwing is seeking a Systems Administrator with a proven ability supporting Information Technology systems and networks in a challenging, high-tempo, dynamic work environment. Our Information Technology team members work directly alongside program engineering teams to drive mission execution and deliver best-in-class solutions to our government and commercial customers. The chosen candidate will be expected to be a self-starter, able to work as part of a larger team and adapt to evolving requirements. Responsibilities of this position include:
Implementing and maintaining mission enabling Information Technology systems supporting Nightwing programs and customers.
Performing routine maintenance and system administration tasks such as software and hardware installations, troubleshooting, system hardening, vulnerability analysis and remediation, Operating System patching and general network administration across various computing systems.
Coordinating IT operations activities between program personnel, security teams, leadership and communicating status as appropriate.
Abide by established standards, processes and industry best practices in the execution of daily tasking, projects and producing documentation that can be utilized by IT and engineering team members.
Basic Qualifications
8+ years of applicable experience delivering and supporting IT solutions in government accredited program network environments using Windows and Linux Operating Systems.
Proven ability in collaborating with internal and external customers and delivering technical solutions to engineering teams to solve critical pain points and achieve mission objectives.
Strong familiarity with IT concepts such as virtualization, networking, Microsoft Active Directory services, DHCP, DNS, etc.
Preferred Qualifications
Proficient with system compliance and hardening using DISA STIGs and/or CIS Benchmarks.
Proficient with supporting technical security controls and tools (ex. MFA, PKI and DLP)
Proficient with scripting and automation techniques using PowerShell, Python, BASH and Ansible.
Proficient with supporting audit collection and reduction (SIEM) tools such as Splunk.
Proficient with vulnerability assessment and remediation using Nessus or Rapid7.
Familiarity with NIST 800-53 control frameworks.
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.
$94.2k - $141.2k
...opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the... ...for exploration are welcome. As a Principal Program Cost Control Analyst - Level 3, your... ...Finance, Economics, Accounting or Business Administration Defense industry experience...PrincipalContract workRemote workRelocationShift work$94.2k - $141.2k
...opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the... ...for exploration are welcome. As a Principal Program Cost Control Analyst - Level 3 , your... ...Finance, Economics, Accounting or Business Administration ~ Defense industry experience ~...PrincipalContract workRemote workRelocationShift work$129.3k - $193.9k
...to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's... ...team of engineers, system administrators, and operators as a Principal Cyber Systems Engineer or... ...Support authentication services including RADIUS and MFA... ...sophisticated products, programs, and services in the world...PrincipalRemote workRelocation packageShift work$118.3k - $224.9k
...secure world. Raytheon is hiring a Principal Database Administrator to support our teams in State... ...around you and contribute to classified programs and technologies you are passionate... ...with Relational Database Management Systems (RDBMS) solutions including Oracle Exadata...PrincipalTemporary workWork experience placementWork at officeRemote workFlexible hours- ...Job Description The Principal Program Control Analyst... ..., Accounting, Business Administration, or related field. ~1... ...and experience with ERP systems such as Costpoint, SAP,... ...end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services and professional services...PrincipalContract workTemporary workFor subcontractorWork at office
- ...Systems Administrator - Principal I Location: Dulles, VA Must have an active Secret... ...development and sustainment program to design, build, deliver,... ...emerging threats. As part of CISA IT’s broader consolidation and... ..., AZURE and Google native services to enhance performance,...PrincipalFull timeWork experience placement
$170k - $200k
...Current Job Openings Principal Embedded Linux Engineer Principal Embedded Linux... ...ID: SPA-25-04-ISR Team: Space & Ground Systems Location: Herndon, VA More about this job... ...ability to define and execute board bring-up programs using tools such as JTAG debuggers, logic...PrincipalWork experience placementWorldwide$120.8k - $137.9k
Principal Associate, Program Management| Retail Bank Marketing Capital One, one of Fortune’s “100 Best... ...Kanban, or SAFe methodologies. Financial Services or Fintech industry experience. At... ...Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC). #J-18808-Ljbffr COMFORT SYSTEMSPrincipalFull timePart timeLocal areaShift work- ...Required: TS/SCI w/ Poly (must be active) We're looking for a Principal Systems Engineer (Test Systems) who enjoys solving complex technical... ..., and test workflows - Experience with high level programming languages (e.g. Python) - Demonstrated engineering technical...PrincipalFor contractors
$103.6k - $155.4k
...work on revolutionary systems that impact people\u... ...an experienced Principal Windows Systems Administrator to join its dynamic... ...users, and customer and IT management.\n\n * Able... ...backup and recovery services; manage file systems... ..., access to Special Programs as a condition of...PrincipalFull timeContract workWork at officeRelocationFlexible hoursShift workWeekend work$170k - $185k
...including health, dental vision, PTO, holidays, 401K, etc... Principal Systems Engineer o Experience applying Model-Based Systems... ...integration, and test workflows. o Experience with high-level programming languages (e.g. Python). o Demonstrated engineering...PrincipalFull timeContract workFor contractors- ...Principal Modeling And Simulation (M&S) Software Engineer Raytheon is seeking a Principal... ...next-generation mission solutions from system-level up to campaign-level. As an M&S... ...problems across a broad portfolio of programs and products. Develop Modeling, Simulation...PrincipalLocal areaRelocation package
- ...Principal Modeling And Simulation (M&S) Software Engineer Raytheon is seeking a Principal... ...next-generation mission solutions from system-level up to campaign-level. As an M&S... ...problems across a broad portfolio of programs and products. Develop Modeling, Simulation...PrincipalLocal areaRelocation package
- ...looking for a highly skilled Senior Cloud Systems Administrator to join our program driving the Model Based Systems... .... This program delivers engineering services for Linux and Windows cloud-based... ...intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development,...
$132.96k - $226.04k
...looking for a highly skilled Senior Cloud Systems Administrator to join our program driving the Model Based Systems... .... This program delivers engineering services for Linux and Windows cloud-based... ...intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development,...Full timeLocal area- ...technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence mission support services to meet our customers' most demanding challenges.... ...Cost Volume deliverables, from Cost Kickoff to program award Proactive and responsive communication...Principal
$156.4k - $234.6k
...opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world... ...ensure systems are compliant with program security requirements Working in an Agile... ...Basic Qualifications: Education: Sr. Principal Cyber Systems Engineer ~ Bachelor's...PrincipalRelocation packageShift work$66k - $106k
...Enterprise Services Administrator/Cloud Job Locations US-VA-Herndon... ...join our national intelligence program in Northern Virginia that... ...experience managing cloud-based systems and processes. The... ...and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted...Contract workShift work- ...Full Stack Developer Software Engineer - Principal I This is only open to current... ...mission critical development and sustainment program to sustain and operate a network operations... ...• Establish and interpret monitoring systems for CI/CD processes to ensure operational...PrincipalLocal area
$117.5k - $176.3k
Northrop Grumman is seeking a Senior Principal Contracts Administrator in McLean, VA. This full-time, onsite role involves managing contract negotiations... ...compliance with government regulations, and supporting program management. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree...PrincipalFull timeContract work- ...technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence mission support services to meet our customers' most demanding challenges.... ...mission critical development and sustainment program to sustain and operate a network operations...Principal
- ...Job Title: Sr. Software Engineer (Network Programming) Location: Sterling, VA Duration: Longterm Contract Responsibilities: Enhance the product and maintain its libraries Expand its offering across various platforms Administer and maintain...Contract work
- ...Solutions Architect Senior Principal SAIC's Solutions &... ...support of IC and DoW programs Author and develop... ...architectures including system designs, technical approaches... ...sets in Space Systems, IT Systems, GEOINT or... ...Background in IT services, cloud solutions, or managed...Principal
- ...spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence mission support services to meet our customers' most... ...Chain Professional to support a program within the Special Projects... ...preparation, lead negotiation, administration and closeout. Ability to interface...PrincipalContract workRelocation package
- ...Principal Software Engineer - Lead DevOps Engineer (Onsite) At RTX... ...developing new simulation systems - supporting the full lifecycle... ...consistently. Take ownership of the program's release process,... ...Horizons, child and elder care services Teladoc Medical Experts,...PrincipalRelocation package
$112k - $179k
...Linux Senior Systems Administrator Job Locations US-VA-Sterling Requisition... ...Infrastructure Operations (CAEIO) Program. CAEIO provides IT Operations and Maintenance to modernize... ...supporting consular applications services globally. The Linux Sys Admin will...Contract workFor contractorsWork at officeRemote workOverseasMonday to FridayFlexible hoursShift work1 day per week- ...Infrastructure Modernization (BIM) Systems Administrator position. The System... ...databases supported by the program, including physical and virtual... ...Centers. Administer Core Services (including administration of... ..., or Bachelor's degree in IT or related field with 2 years...Contract workNight shift
- ...Qualifications Serco seeks a Cyber Systems Administrator for its Combat Air Force Distributed Mission Operations (CAF DMO) 3.0 program in Hampton, VA. The CAF DMO 3.0 program,... ...Demonstrated experience with Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) to include configuration and...Full timeContract workPart timeLocal areaFlexible hours
$750 per month
...information technology processes in Amazon Web Services (AWS) with common Infrastructure as... ...Provides ongoing systems administration, technical support, upgrades, and troubleshooting... ...established objectives. Develop, through programming and scripting, automation to further...16 hoursFull timeTemporary workWork experience placement- ...Principal Systems Engineer - (Onsite) At RTX, the world largest aerospace and defense company... ...our simulation and training solutions programs. The Mission Systems organization is an... ...Bright Horizons, child and elder care services Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion...PrincipalRelocation package
Do you want to receive more vacancies?
Subscribe and receive similar vacancies to Principal IT Systems Administrator (Program Services). Be the first to apply!
- IT administrator Sterling, VA
- system admin Sterling, VA
- computer systems administrator Sterling, VA
- microsoft systems administrator Sterling, VA
- systems administrator Sterling, VA
- server administrator Sterling, VA
- application system administrator Sterling, VA
- IT infrastructure administrator Sterling, VA
- enterprise administrator Sterling, VA
- service consultant Sterling, VA


