Cloud Engineer

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.

We are seeking a cleared and experienced Cloud Engineer in the Herndon, Virginia area to design, develop and implement cloud solutions for globally available applications.

• Design, develop and implement cloud solutions for globally available applications.
• Build and manage complex IT infrastructure centered around MS Windows products.
• Utilize MS 365 solutions, failover clustering, Net App Storage and Linux integration.
• Configure and troubleshoot MS Windows Server operating systems.
• Design failover clusters for high availability and disaster recovery.
• Manage and optimize Net App Storage solutions.
• Integrate and manage Linux systems within a Windows‑centric environment.
• Migrate, configure and manage MS 365 cloud services.
• Automate tasks and workflows using BASH, Python and Ansible.
• Deploy and manage containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Implement infrastructure‑as‑code with Terraform and Cloud Formation.
• Participate in planning, implementation and growth of customer foundational footprint/capabilities.
• Work with architects, software developers and engineers to recommend and design database or data storage solutions.
• Conduct proof of concept (POC) and implement designs in production environments.
• Analyze applications for data integrity issues.
• Design, build, automate and document a multi‑tiered managed service platform.
• Assist with installation and configuration of a cloud management platform.
• Create technical documentation and training materials.

• Minimum 9+ years of professional cloud experience.
• Experience designing, developing, deploying and testing in Azure architecture.
• Strong background with MS Windows Server operating systems, configuration management and troubleshooting.
• Experience with failover clustering, Net App Storage solutions and Linux integration.
• Familiarity with MS 365 solutions, migration, configuration and management of cloud services.
• Proficiency with AWS, Azure, GCP and Open Stack.
• Strong scripting skills in BASH, Python and Ansible.
• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform and Cloud Formation.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a rapidly paced environment.
• Self‑starter who can work independently and as part of an energetic team.
• TS/SCI clearance with polygraph required on day 1.
• Open to up to 10% OCONUS travel and 10% CONUS travel as required.

BS in Computer Science or a related field. Equivalent experience may be substituted.

• Potential for up to 10% OCONUS travel as required.
• Potential for up to 10% CONUS travel as required.

The salary for this position ranges from $99,000 to $206,000 and is commensurate with experience and expertise. Nightwing offers medical, vision and dental insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, holidays and additional insurance benefits.

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.