PLATFORM ENGINEER (Must have TS/SCI w/CI Poly Clearance)

One of our premier clients has an immediate need for a full-time Platform Engineer to work on-site at their headquarters location in Fairfax, VA. A successful candidate must have a TS/SCI w/CI Poly clearance to be considered for this position.

Job Description: Seeking a Platform Engineer (PE). The role of the PE is to deploy, maintain, and

optimize a hybrid cloud infrastructure. Candidates should have in-depth understanding of Kubernetes

administration as well as experience supporting application deployments in cloud-native

environments. A strong background in Linux systems and programming is desirable. Candidates will

work closely with clients to troubleshoot application issues and provide recommendations for

transitioning workloads to the cloud. Additionally, the candidate will contribute to infrastructure

modernization efforts, focusing on automation and scalability to meet evolving client needs.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with a multitude of new and developing

cloud-based technologies that support and enhance Kubernetes. This can include cloud environments

(AWS/C2E, GGS, etc.), virtualization technologies, AI use and implementation, and other supporting

capabilities. Experience researching, testing, and implementing new tools and applications that

support cloud-native environments is a plus.

Required Skills:

• Hands-on experience with Kubernetes cluster administration and application lifecycle

management

• Deep knowledge of container technologies (Docker, container runtimes, orchestration

patterns)

• Proficient with GitLab and version control workflows

• Strong background in Linux, preferably RedHat-based distributions

• Proficient in one or more programming/scripting languages (e.g., Python, Go, Bash)

• Familiarity with DevSecOps tools and frameworks for security, monitoring, CI/CD, and

infrastructure automation

• Advanced problem solving skills: able to use prior experience and knowledge to address new

situations; especially during interactions with developers

• Extensive experience troubleshooting container based issues

• Demonstrated advanced analytical skills: able to use prior experience and knowledge to

seamlessly incorporate new knowledge or information during client interactions.

• Demonstrated ability to work seamlessly with the program and PE team to be able to communicate

and implement best practices

• Security certification (Security+ or CISSP)

Desired Skills:

• Deploying and configuring Kubernetes clusters, storage solutions for both file and block

storage, and S3 solutions

• Experience using Infrastructure-as-a-Service capabilities such as HashiCorp Teraform

• Experience with Configuration Management (CM) automation tools such as Puppet, Ansible, and/or

Chef

• Proficiency with Windows and Red Hat Linux/Unix environments to include Red Hat Certified System

Engineer (RHCSE) or equivalent skills. 5+ years’ experience as Linux system engineer/admin

• Proficient, efficient, and confident in writing and deploying Linux/UNIX scripts for system

administration and file management

• Experience configuring, securing, managing and troubleshooting Linux/Unix systems

• Experience with public key infrastructure (PKI), secure shell (ssh) configuration and

troubleshooting, sssd, httpd

• Experience deploying enterprise monitoring tools such as Grafana

• Advanced writing skills: able to clearly articulate ideas for executive level as well as

technical staff consumption

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or 10 years

of equivalent experience is desired.