Kubernetes and Cloud Native Associate (KCNA), Kubernetes and Cloud Native Security Associate (KCSA), Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD), Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA), or ...
Kubernetes and Cloud Native Associate (KCNA), Kubernetes and Cloud Native Security Associate (KCSA), Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD), Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA), or ...
Kubernetes Engineer
$120K - $160K/yr
Medical
Retirement
PTO
Kubernetes and Cloud Native Associate (KCNA) Certification * Solid Linux background * Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) is highly desired but not required * Familiarization with Ansible ...
New
Kubernetes Engineer
$120K - $160K/yr
Medical
Retirement
PTO
Kubernetes and Cloud Native Associate (KCNA) Certification * Solid Linux background * Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) is highly desired but not required * Familiarization with Ansible ...
New
Kubernetes and Cloud Native Associate (KCNA), Kubernetes and Cloud Native Security Associate (KCSA), Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD), Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA), or ...
Kubernetes and Cloud Native Associate (KCNA), Kubernetes and Cloud Native Security Associate (KCSA), Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD), Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA), or ...
Kubernetes Engineer with Security Clearance
Arlington, VA · On-site
$120K - $160K/yr
Medical
Retirement
PTO
Kubernetes and Cloud Native Associate (KCNA) Certification * Solid Linux background * Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) is highly desired but not required * Familiarization with Ansible ...
New
Kubernetes Engineer with Security Clearance
Arlington, VA · On-site
$120K - $160K/yr
Medical
Retirement
PTO
Kubernetes and Cloud Native Associate (KCNA) Certification * Solid Linux background * Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) is highly desired but not required * Familiarization with Ansible ...
New
Kubernetes Engineer
Arlington, VA · On-site
$120K - $160K/yr
Medical
Retirement
PTO
Kubernetes and Cloud Native Associate (KCNA) Certification * Solid Linux background * Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) is highly desired but not required * Familiarization with Ansible ...
New
Kubernetes Engineer
Arlington, VA · On-site
$120K - $160K/yr
Medical
Retirement
PTO
Kubernetes and Cloud Native Associate (KCNA) Certification * Solid Linux background * Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) is highly desired but not required * Familiarization with Ansible ...
New
Kubernetes and Cloud Native Associate (KCNA), Kubernetes and Cloud Native Security Associate (KCSA), Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD), Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA), or ...
Kubernetes and Cloud Native Associate (KCNA), Kubernetes and Cloud Native Security Associate (KCSA), Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD), Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA), or ...
Kubernetes and Cloud Native Associate (KCNA), Kubernetes and Cloud Native Security Associate (KCSA), Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD), Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA), or ...
Kubernetes and Cloud Native Associate (KCNA), Kubernetes and Cloud Native Security Associate (KCSA), Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD), Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA), or ...
Kubernetes and Cloud Native Associate (KCNA), Kubernetes and Cloud Native Security Associate (KCSA), Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD), Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA), or ...
Kubernetes and Cloud Native Associate (KCNA), Kubernetes and Cloud Native Security Associate (KCSA), Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD), Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA), or ...
Kubernetes and Cloud Native Associate (KCNA), Kubernetes and Cloud Native Security Associate (KCSA), Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD), Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA), or ...
Kubernetes and Cloud Native Associate (KCNA), Kubernetes and Cloud Native Security Associate (KCSA), Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD), Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA), or ...
Kubernetes and Cloud Native Associate (KCNA), Kubernetes and Cloud Native Security Associate (KCSA), Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD), Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA), or ...
Kubernetes and Cloud Native Associate (KCNA), Kubernetes and Cloud Native Security Associate (KCSA), Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD), Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA), or ...
Kubernetes and Cloud Native Associate (KCNA), Kubernetes and Cloud Native Security Associate (KCSA), Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD), Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA), or ...
Kubernetes and Cloud Native Associate (KCNA), Kubernetes and Cloud Native Security Associate (KCSA), Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD), Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA), or ...
Kcna information
What are some common challenges faced by KCNA journalists, and how can applicants prepare for them?
What is the difference between Kcna vs Network Security Analyst?
| Aspect | Kcna | Network Security Analyst |
|---|---|---|
| Certifications | KCNA (Kali Linux Certified Network Associate) | CompTIA Security+, CISSP, CEH |
| Work Environment | Cybersecurity labs, penetration testing, network testing | Security operations centers, IT departments, consulting firms |
| Industry Usage | Cybersecurity, ethical hacking, penetration testing | Network security, threat analysis, security monitoring |
The KCNA certification focuses on penetration testing and ethical hacking skills using Kali Linux, often in cybersecurity labs. A Network Security Analyst typically works in security monitoring, threat detection, and implementing security measures within organizations. While both roles involve cybersecurity, KCNA emphasizes offensive security skills, whereas Network Security Analysts focus on defensive security and network protection.
What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a KCNA, and why are they important?
What is a KCNA?

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Job description
Nightwing is a company that provides advanced cyber, data operations, and intelligence mission support services. They are seeking a Principal Software Engineer specialized in Elastic to enhance and maintain an Elastic, Logstash, and Kibana (ELK) instance, focusing on data onboarding, content development, and system integration.
Responsibilities:
• Building data pipelines to ingest external datasets into Elastic products.
• Designing, building, deploying, maintaining, and enhancing the Elastic Logstash Kibana (ELK) platform.
• Installing and configuring ELK.
• Using Elastic search Indices, Elastic search APIs, Kibana Dashboards, Log Stash and Beats.
• Using or creating plug-ins for ELK like authentication and authorization plug-ins.
• Integrating ELK with enterprise tools and APIs, such as for authentication and authorization.
• Designing and implementing complex development use cases and scenarios using programming language, such as Python, Groovy, and Bash.
• Using Elastic Search Cluster Monitoring Tools.
Qualifications:
Required:
• U.S. Citizenship
• Active Secret (S) clearance. Must be able to obtain a TS/SCI clearance
• Must be able to obtain DHS Suitability
• 6+ years of directly relevant software development experience required.
• At least 2 years of experience as an Elastic Cloud on Kubernetes (ECK) admin or equivalent role.
• At least 2 years of experience with Elasticsearch Domain Specific Language (DSL).
• At least 5 years of experience with Kubernetes architecture.
• Strong knowledge of ELK stack.
• Knowledge of scripting languages, such as JavaScript, Python, Bash, etc.
• Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science or a related discipline is required.
Preferred:
• Experience working in an agile environment.
• Experience supporting federal customers.
• DoD 8570.1-M Compliance at IAT Level I (e.g., Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)) certification highly desired
• Agile software development methodology certification (e.g. SCRUM Master) highly desired.
• Has achieved an Elastic certification, such as: Elastic Certified Engineer, Elastic Certified Analyst, or Elastic Certified Observable Engineer
• Has achieved a Kubernetes certification, such as: Kubernetes and Cloud Native Associate (KCNA), Kubernetes and Cloud Native Security Associate (KCSA), Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD), Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA), or Certified Kubernetes Security Specialist (CKS)
Company:
Nightwing provides cyber, data operations, systems integration, and intelligence services for government and commercial customers. Founded in 2024, the company is headquartered in Sterling, USA, with a team of 1001-5000 employees. The company is currently Late Stage.