Infrastructure Engineer - Cloud Native

Nightwing

National Business Park, Maryland, US
Base: $99,000-$206,000; bonus/equity: not specifie...
Fully remote
Kubernetes cluster deployment and maintenance
Linux systems administration and networking
Python bash or terraform automation scripting
Nightwing is seeking a highly skilled Infrastructure Engineer to design, build, and maintain advanced systems infrastructure in a mission-critical environment. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in containerization, virtualization, and automation, particularly with technologies like Kubernetes and Citrix. This position offers opportunities to work on innovative solutions while contributing to national security

Job Summary

  • The role involves designing and maintaining the backbone of advanced systems infrastructure for mission-critical defense and intelligence operations.
  • Candidates will orchestrate container architectures like Kubernetes and implement robust virtualization solutions to ensure high availability and security.
  • The position offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies within a collaborative team focused on national security success.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Nightwing is seeking a highly skilled Infrastructure Engineer to design, build, and maintain advanced systems infrastructure in a mission-critical environment. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in containerization, virtualization, and automation, particularly with technologies like Kubernetes and Citrix. This position offers opportunities to work on innovative solutions while contributing to national security.

Salary

Base: $99,000-$206,000; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Medical, vision, dental, 401k, PTO, Holidays

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Kubernetes cluster deployment and maintenance
  • Linux systems administration and networking
  • Python Bash or Terraform automation scripting
  • ELK stack monitoring and observability
  • Citrix virtualization environment management
  • DevSecOps CI/CD workflow integration

Nice-to-have

  • Proxmox and Rancher container management experience
  • Multi-user desktop virtualization expertise
  • High-load distributed systems architecture knowledge
  • Firewall and security configuration proficiency
  • Kubernetes Certified Administrator certification

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in STEM field or equivalent experience
  • Minimum 5 years hands-on infrastructure engineering experience
  • Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph required

Work Rights

Must have active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph

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