Lead Systems Architect

Job Title: Lead Systems Architect Location: Sterling, VA Clearance: TS/SCI Poly

This position is CONTINGENT upon contract award

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.

Daily tasks include, but are not limited to:

• Provide creative and innovative architectural solutions to meet program requirements.
• Work with Sponsor, Mission partners, and technical personnel to deliver a robust multi-tenant hybrid cloud based scalable architecture that meets the program Mission goals
• Create hybrid cloud delivery model strategy and manage the adaptation process
• Analyze client-based platform (cloud applications, hardware, and software) to support enhancements to current applications and systems
• Analyze requirements and provide highly innovative technical expertise on cloud cluster computing techniques, technologies, and related cloud architecture
• Bridge gaps between complex business problems and solutions in the cloud
• Develop roadmap activities that support the development of an enhanced SYSTEM, comprehensive data collection, mitigation strategies to move towards IaaS, and development of metrics to drive IT improvements.
• Works with Platform/Operations teams to compose technical documents including Design, Deployment, System specifications and IaC baselines, updates, user's manuals, training materials, installation guides, proposals, and reports.

Required Skills:

• Strong understanding of cloud computing concepts and principles.
• Experience with major cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Knowledge of networking, virtualization, and operating systems.
• Familiarity with cloud security best practices and technologies.
• Experience with cloud migration and deployment strategies.
• Ability to design and implement highly available and scalable solutions.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.

Desired Skills:

• Experience with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and automation tools.
• Experience with cloud-based data management and analytics solutions.
• Knowledge of programming languages (e.g., Python, Java) for cloud automation.
• Experience with cloud governance and compliance requirements.
• Knowledge of specific industry requirements and regulations.

Desired Certs:

• AWS Solutions Architect Professional, Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect, CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional), and CompTIA Cloud+.

Salary & Benefits

The salary associated with this position ($122,000-$253,000) 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. Nightwing offers medical, vision and dental insurance coverage in addition to a 401k plan, PTO, Holidays, and additional insurances.

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.

Previously part of a leading Fortune 100 company and headquartered in Dulles, VA; Nightwing became independent in 2024 but continues to support the nation’s most mission impactful initiatives. When we formed Nightwing, we brought a deep set of credentials and an unfaltering commitment to the mission. For over four decades, our team has been providing some of the world’s most technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence support services to the U.S. government on its most important missions.

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.