Nightwing

Nightwing

Linux Systems Engineer

Sterling, VA

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About the role

  • This role is ideal for an engineer with deep expertise in Linux networking, policy-based routing, kernel performance tuning, infrastructure automation, and modern VPN technologies including WireGuard, OpenVPN, and IPSec.
  • You'll have the opportunity to work alongside talented individuals who are passionate about what they do.
  • Nightwing is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of Linux Systems Engineering experience
  • 3+ years of advanced Linux networking experience
  • 3+ years of VPN engineering experience
  • 3+ years of SaltStack administration and automation experience
  • Strong hands-on experience with:
  • Networking Expertise
  • Demonstrated expertise with:
  • Strong practical experience with:

Nice to have

  • Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
  • Amazon Web Services (AWS)
  • Experience supporting cloud platforms including:
  • Experience with container technologies:
  • Industry certifications such as:

Skills

  • Docker
  • Kubernetes
  • Experience supporting confidential computing environments
  • Knowledge of CNSA-compliant cryptographic implementations
  • Familiarity with eBPF-based observability and network diagnostics
  • Equivalent advanced certifications
  • Exceptional troubleshooting and root-cause analysis capabilities
  • Strong documentation and technical writing skills
  • Ability to operate independently in mission-critical environments
  • Experience designing highly available and fault-tolerant systems
  • Security-first mindset with strong infrastructure design principles
  • Excellent collaboration and communication skills

This listing is sourced directly from Nightwing's careers page and normalized into a canonical job model.