FAQs
What is the job title for this position?
The job title is Prin Cloud Automation Engineer/Architect (AWS).
Where is the job location?
The job is located at 22270 Pacific Boulevard, Building CC5, Sterling, VA, 20166-6924 USA.
What type of work environment does this position offer?
This position offers a hybrid work environment.
What is the primary focus of this role?
The primary focus of this role is to assess, design, and develop cloud-centric automation and orchestration architectures for mission-critical environments.
What are the minimum clearance requirements for this position?
Candidates must have an active Secret clearance and be able to obtain a TS/SCI clearance.
How many years of professional engineering experience are required?
A minimum of 8 years of professional directly relevant engineering experience is required.
What cloud platforms should applicants have experience with?
Applicants should have at least 2 years of experience with either AWS or MS Azure.
Is there a specific educational background required for this position?
Yes, a Bachelor’s degree in Systems/Software Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related technical field is required. Two years of related work experience may substitute for each year of degree level education.
What certifications are desirable for this role?
Desirable certifications include Agile software development methodology certification (e.g., SCRUM Master) and AWS Associate Architect certification.
What programming languages should the candidates be familiar with?
Candidates should have programming experience in Java, JavaScript, .Net, Python, or Ruby.
Are there opportunities for mentorship in this role?
Yes, the position includes opportunities to mentor or supervise employees in both firm and technical competencies.
What benefits does Nightwing offer to its employees?
Nightwing offers a robust total rewards package, including healthcare, wellness, retirement and work/life benefits, parental leave, flexible work schedules, and educational assistance.
What kind of teams will the successful candidate lead?
The successful candidate will lead Agile Scrum teams in designing and implementing advanced, cloud-oriented autonomous cybersecurity capabilities.
Is prior experience in DevOps environments a requirement?
While it's not explicitly required, experience working in DevOps and/or DevSecOps environments is preferred.