Sterling, VA Full time

JR101992

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 a Configuration Manager / Help Desk Specialist. This position manages hardware and software baselines, maintains the Configuration Management Database (CMDB), tracks asset lifecycles, and provides tier-1 through tier-2 technical support to end-users. This role bridges technical operations and service delivery by ensuring changes are properly documented while resolving daily user IT incidents. In this role, you will make a mission-forward impact as you sharpen your skillset and grow your career. Work with us as we shape systems for the better.

Key Responsibilities:

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CMDB Administration:

Maintain and update hardware, software, and network asset inventories using tools like Jira, ServiceNow, or Confluence. +

Change Control:

Track hardware/software configuration requests, support Configuration Control Boards (CCBs), and ensure changes comply with baseline standards. +

Lifecycle Tracking:

Monitor equipment from procurement through deployment, maintenance, and safe disposition. +

Audits & Compliance:

Conduct regular configuration audits and support internal/external compliance reviews (such as NIST or RMF frameworks). +

Incident Resolution:

Triaging, troubleshooting, and resolving end-user help desk tickets related to hardware, software, network connectivity, and operating systems. +

Access & Deployment:

Provision user accounts, deploy software packages (using tools like SCCM or endpoint management platforms), and handle hardware imaging. +

Documentation:

Create and update knowledge base articles, user guides, and troubleshooting steps for the support team. +

Escalation:

Partner with system engineers and network administrators to escalate complex, un-resolved infrastructure issues. Required Qualifications & Skills +

Education:

High school diploma required; Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field preferred. +

Experience:

3 to 5+ years combined in IT operations, configuration management, asset tracking, or help desk support. + Proficiency in ticketing and ITSM platforms (Jira, ServiceNow). TS/SCI with polygraph Required Day1

•Salary & Benefits

•The salary associated with this position ($77,000-$163,000) 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._ 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.