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# Lead Systems Architect at nwis

Compensation · Listed in posting

$122,000 – $253,000/yr

**Location**
: Sterling, Virginia

**Type**
: Full-time

**Level**
: lead/mgmt

**Posted**
: Jul 12, 2026

## Description

Nightwing is hiring a Lead Systems Architect in Sterling, Virginia, to design and deliver secure, scalable, hybrid-cloud and on-premise multi-tenant infrastructure for a sponsor. The role oversees Platform and Operations and Tenant teams, develops cloud architecture and migration strategies, analyzes platform requirements, creates technical documentation and IaC baselines, and aligns capabilities with mission needs. The position requires a TS/SCI Poly clearance and is contingent upon contract award.

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