Platform Administrator
Nightwing· Defense & Intelligence Services· Jul 14, 2026 · 4mo agoPosted 105 days ago
Arlington, VA
In office
Full-time
Mid
$64K–$128K
2+ years exp
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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 to provide rapid deployment and management of secure cloud-based engagement kits for cyber incident response and threat hunting operations. As part of the Engagement Support Services (ESS) contract, this program enables analysts to quickly access the tools and environments they need to investigate cyber threats affecting federal agencies, state and local governments, and critical infrastructure. Working on this team means directly supporting the nation s cybersecurity defenders by ensuring they have reliable, scalable, and secure cloud infrastructure available within hours of a cyber incident—helping protect America s digital infrastructure when it matters most.
The Lab Manager will support the sustainment of lab functions within the customer’s Lab environments includes providing IT support to the user community. This position supports the provisioning, issuing, and maintenance of IT equipment and access to lab environments as well as troubleshooting assistance to the user community.
Responsibilities:
Providing support as needed to lab staff in the tasks of provisioning and issuing equipment to end users, as well as maintaining inventory database.
Provision and provide support for Virtual Private Network (VPN) or Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (e.g., Cisco, Citrix, VMWare, AWS) to users
Inventorying of IT assets to include, but not limited to, hardware and software, including licenses
Providing advice and assistance to users in accessing and using the lab and responds to users’ needs in a timely fashion
Administration and Maintenance of Apple products and Operating Systems
Required Skills:
U.S. Citizenship
Must have an active DoD Secret clearance, and the ability to obtain a TS/SCI clearance
Must be able to obtain DHS Suitability
2 years of experience in lab management or systems administration experience
Experience with multiple operating systems, to include Linux/Unix & MacOS
Experience with imaging workstations (Apple products preferred)
Ability to provide clear written and oral communication at all levels of the organization
Experience establishing and maintaining good working relationships in all levels of the organization, including customers, external organizations, internal management, and peers
Desired Skills:
Proficiency and proven capability in the following areas: Asset management practices and principles
Hardware and software provisioning practices
Authentication and access management technologies
Experience with virtual desktops (Cisco, Citrix, VMWare, AWS)
Experience supporting Virtual Private Network (VPNs)
Experience with writing technical procedures and standard operating procedures
Virtualization automation and optimization
Required Education:
Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Computer Engineering, or related discipline; or HS Diploma & 4-6 years of directly relevant
Desired Certifications:
- DoD 8140.01 IAT Level II
Salary & Benefits
The salary associated with this position ($64,000-$128,000) 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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