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 looking for a talented and experienced Windows System Administrator with networking skills to join our corporate IT team. This role is critical in maintaining the supporting infrastructure for our Building Access Control System. As a Windows System Administrator, you will have hands-on experience with Windows (Desktop and Server editions), supporting networks with IPSEC tunneling, on-prem virtualization, Microsoft SQL Server, SANs, and ensuring compliance with security frameworks and internal policies. ** Job Requires TS/SCI Clearance on day 1 of employment ** Key Responsibilities: Windows System Administration: Deploy, harden, and maintain Windows 11 and Windows Server environments. Active Directory & Group Policy Management: Configure, manage, and troubleshoot Active Directory (AD) and Group Policy (GPO). System Hardening: Implement and enforce hardened system configurations across all workstations, servers, network appliances, and installed software utilizing industry standard hardening guides (DISA STIG, CIS Benchmarks). Apply, monitor, and document hardening steps for all systems. Patching & Updates: Utilize Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) to manage patching and updates for Windows clients and servers to ensure systems are up-to-date. Networking: Maintain network configurations, manage firewalls, and troubleshoot connectivity issues. Implement and support IPSEC tunneling for secure communications between sites. Virtualization Management: Manage and support on-premises virtualization environments (Hyper-V / VMware), including the deployment, configuration, and troubleshooting of virtual machines and resources. SAN Storage Management: Administer and support SAN storage solutions, managing storage allocation, data integrity, and ensuring high availability. Microsoft SQL Server Administration: Install, configure, and manage Microsoft SQL Server, ensuring high availability and backup management. Backup & Disaster Recovery: Ensure that backup systems and disaster recovery plans are in place, testing and updating as necessary. Documentation & Compliance: Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation for all systems and processes, ensuring compliance with internal and external security policies/frameworks. Self-Starter: Ability to act autonomously as an individual contributor by prioritizing your work within guidelines and leveraging direction provided by your supervisor. Additional Preferred Qualifications: Experience with industry-standard physical access control software suites Experience with thin clients or VDI infrastructure CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Security+, and/or VMware Certified Professional (VCP) certifications Required Clearance: ** Requires TS/SCI Clearance on day 1 of employment ** Education: Typically requires: A Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years experience 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 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. What We Offer: Whether you’re just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Some of the benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance and child/adult backup care. _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._