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Nightwing · Onsite · Annapolis Junction, MD

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.

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.

Nightwing is a premier engineering company which provides technical solutions in software development and systems engineering that address security challenges and strengthen our customers. Nightwing hires industry-leading professionals, and we treat them like industry-leading professionals. We bring exceptional talent to an array of missions that includes computer network operations, vulnerabilities, characterization, information assurance, and emerging technologies to expand cybersecurity solutions.

Job Description:


The Systems Administrator will provide support for implementation, troubleshooting and maintenance of Information Technology (IT) systems. Manages IT system infrastructure and any processes related to these systems. Provides support to IT systems including day-to-day operations, monitoring and problem resolution for all of the client/server/storage/network devices, mobile devices, etc. Provides Tier 1 (Help Desk) and Tier 2 (Escalation) problem identification, diagnosis and resolution of problems. Provides support for the escalation and communication of status to agency management and internal customers. Provides support for the dispatch system and hardware problems and remains involved in the resolution process. Configures and manages UNIX and Windows operating systems and installs/loads operating system software, troubleshoots, maintains integrity and configures network components along with implementing operating systems enhancements to improve reliability and performance. System Administrator (SA) shall possess the following capabilities:

•Optimize system operations and resource utilization and perform system capacity analysis and planning.
•Manage the daily activities of configuration and operation of IT systems. •Provide assistance to users in accessing and using IT systems.
•Provide in-depth experience in trouble-shooting IT systems.
•Provide detailed analysis and feedback to agency management and internal customers for escalated tickets.
•Provide support for the dispatch system and hardware problems and remains involved in the resolution process.
•Configure and manage UNIX and Windows (or other applicable) operating systems and installs/loads operating system software, troubleshoot, maintain integrity of and configure network components, along with implementing operating systems enhancements to improve reliability and performance.
•Support the design of systems, mission architecture and associated hardware.

Required:
Typically requires ten (10) years of experience as a SA on programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity and a Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university. Five (5) years of additional SA experience may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree. DoD 8570 compliance with Information Assurance Technical (IAT), Level II.

** Candidates should have experience with :

  • Cloud
  • Kubernetes
  • Terraform
  • Ansible
  • Linux



Security Clearance:
** Qualified applicants MUST HAVE AN ACTIVE TS/SCI WITH POLY. **

Employee Referral Award Eligibility:
This requisition is eligible for an employee referral award. ALL eligibility requirements must be met to receive the referral award.

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.  

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.
 

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How this System Administrator salary compares

This role pays $187,500/yrin line with the typical range for System Administrator roles.

$113,610 median $139,225 $200,000

Typical range $120,109–$188,125/yr, from 44 comparable System Administrator listings on JobsRadar (pay annualized to USD). See System Administrator salary insights →

About Nightwing

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 d

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