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Offensive Cyber Ops SME

Nightwing
George, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 9/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/8/2026
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.

Clearance Required: TS/SCI with CI Polygraph

Location: National Capital Region (NCR) or San Antonio, TX

Nightwing is seeking Jr. Subject Matter Expert provides that has specialized knowledge in offensive cyber operations, helping translate operational requirements into technical implementations. This position bridges the gap between mission needs and software development, ensuring that the unified solution effectively supports various OCO mission types including interactive, sustained, automated, and identity operations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide operational context for feature development
  • Translate Operational Needs (ONs) into technical requirements
  • Support workflow design and validation
  • Participate in user acceptance testing
  • Assist with training material development
  • Provide feedback on UI/UX designs from operational perspective
  • Support demonstration and testing activities
  • Contribute to user documentation and guides
  • Participate in backlog refinement with operational insights
  • Support transition and deployment activities

Required Qualifications

  • Minimum 7 years of experience in offensive cyber operations or related fields
  • Bachelor's degree (or equivalent substitution)
  • Strong understanding of OCO workflows and mission requirements
  • Experience with cyber tools, platforms, and infrastructure
  • Ability to communicate technical concepts to diverse audiences
  • Knowledge of automation principles and workflow orchestration
  • Experience supporting software development efforts
  • Active TS/SCI clearance
  • Must be U.S. citizen

Salary & Benefits

The salary associated with this position ($64,000-$128,000) 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.

Salary : $64,000 - $128,000

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