Role Overview
Nightwing is hiring a mid-level Systems Administrator (Windows) with Security Clearance. This is a full-time role in Sterling. Part of Nightwing's Lifecycle hiring. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job 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. NightWing is supporting a U.S. Government customer on a large mission critical development and sustainment program to design, build, deliver, and operate a network operations environment, including introducing new cyber capabilities to address emerging threats. As part of CISA IT's broader consolidation and modernization strategy, this role directly contributes to the establishment of a centralized patching core team-a strategic initiative to standardize, streamline, and fortify patch management across multi‑cloud Windows environments. This position plays a key role in enhancing cybersecurity posture, improving operational efficiency, and driving consistent, proactive patching practices across CISA IT systems. Job Responsibilities: * support the design, deployment, and sustainment of enterprise Windows environments
- help build a unified, automated patching capability
- Standardize patch processes across CISA environments
- Prioritize critical updates aligned with CISA IT cybersecurity objectives
- Leverage automation to reduce manual effort and increase consistency
- Support metrics, transparency, and continuous improvement
- Engineer the design and implementation of standardized patching methodologies across AWS, AZURE, Google Cloud environments
- Automate patch identification and deployment using tools such as AWS System Manager Patch Manager
- Prioritize and execute critical updates in alignment with CISA IT Patch Management Guidelines
- Assist in baseline assessments to identify process gaps, inefficiencies, and automation opportunities
- Participate in efforts to refine patching workflows, metrics, and operational processes
- Integrate AWS, AZURE and Google native services to enhance performance, resilience, and scalability of patching and DevOps infrastructure
- Evaluate and implement AI capabilities to automate patch management processes
- Contribute to enterprise cloud and DevOps standards, guidelines, and best practices
- Serve as a central conduit between DOMino teams, government sponsors, and tenants during patching cycles
- Establish and track metrics such as patch compliance, deployment timelines, and automation achievements
- Participate in weekly/bi‑weekly reviews to ensure alignment with evolving operational priorities
- Support iterative improvements based on stakeholder feedback and operational data.
Required Skills: * Must be a US Citizen
- Must have an active Secret clearance and be able to obtain a TS/SCI clearance
- Must be able to obtain DHS Suitability
- 8+ years of applicable, hands-on experience
- Expertise with Windows Server 2022/2025 and administration.
- Experience building and securing Windows Servers
- Experience with Cloud Patch Management Administration Desired Skills: * AWS, AZURE, Google experience, including understanding of the Well‑Architected Framework; AWS, AZURE or Google Cloud certification preferred
- Experience with ServiceNow and SharePoint Server
- Advanced experience with Windows Server 2022/2025 Required Education: * Bachelor's degree in systems engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems or related technical field. Two years of related work experience may be substituted for each year of degree level education. Desired Certifications: * DoD 8570.1 IAT Level II
- AWS, AZURE or Google Cloud Certification Syndeo #3514 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Systems Administrator (Windows) with Security Clearance position at Nightwing?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Nightwing. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Where is the Systems Administrator (Windows) with Security Clearance position at Nightwing located?
This position is based in Sterling. Nightwing has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a Systems Administrator (Windows) with Security Clearance at Nightwing earn?
Nightwing has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Systems Administrator (Windows) with Security Clearance role at Nightwing posted?
This role was posted on April 5, 2026 (64 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
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