Nightwing

Field Network Engineer, Mgr

Sterling, VA, US

1 day ago
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Summary

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 seeking an experienced field network engineer to install, configure, and troubleshoot data networks. Tasks include configuring and installing routers, switches, next generation firewalls (NGFW), security appliances, cabling, and other network devices at CONUS and OCONUS locations. The engineer will collaborate with team members to develop and deploy distributed network architectures, create network diagrams and rack elevations, recommend hardware and software solutions, and implement network monitoring. The engineer will assist the design and deployment of new distributed networks and modernization of existing networks. The engineer must be skilled in configuring and deploying Cisco networking equipment.

The engineer will be expected to work alone or with small teams, interacting directly with installers and end users in a fast-paced dynamic environment. Flexibility is essential and the engineer must be willing to work on a wide variety of IT tasks, either leveraging experience or learning new technologies quickly. The engineer will develop and occasionally present well-written reports.

For the right candidate, this position would also include a team leadership component. As a team lead, the engineer will work hands on with a team of up to a dozen employees and subcontractors providing direct field engineering support to the customer. The team lead would be responsible for coordinating customer requirements, managing assignments among team members, interfacing directly with customer and program leadership.

Required Skills

  • TS/SCI with polygraph
  • Experience installing, configuring and troubleshooting Cisco data networks and devices.
  • Efficient at using Cisco Networking Software and firmware (e.g. Cisco IOS, Cisco IOS XE, Cisco IOS XR, and Cisco NX-OS, FTD, ASA, FMC)
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word.
  • Experience using diagram drawing applications (such as Microsoft Visio)
  • Willingness to travel to CONUS and OCONUS locations 10% of the year.
  • Leadership experience in managing projects and/ or personnel

Desired Skills

  • Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)
  • Experience with Cisco Digital Network Architecture (DNA) or Cisco Identity
  • Services Engine (ISE) installation, configuration, maintenance, and administration
  • Leadership experience in managing projects and / or personnel

Required Education And Experience

  • BS in Computer Science, Information Systems, or similar field of study
  • Five years of related work experience.

Desired Education And Experience

  • Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or similar field of study

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.

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