Network 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.

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.

We are seeking someone for an initial short-term period, with the possibility of transitioning into a permanent role.

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.

Salary & Benefits

The salary associated with this position ($99,000-$206,000) 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.