Platform Engineer
Chantilly, VA - USA
Job Summary
The Opportunity:
The CIS program supports our intelligence customer deliver IT services to conduct its globally distributed operations. We are driving an exciting technological transformation of customer IT services by leading the design development implementation and operation of cutting-edge solutions. This includes continuous service improvement through the modernization of IT system infrastructure.
CACI is looking for an experienced innovative and motivated Platform Engineer to support the mission objectives and needs of the customer the Defense Intelligence this role you will be the technical authority responsible for engineering secure resilient and scalable platform services across Windows Server Linux virtual physical and cloud environments. You will design optimized operating system configurations database platforms and collaborationservice infrastructure that meet stringent DoD IC and agency compliance requirements. Your work will drive modernization automation and missionready performance through rigorous engineering testing documentation and seamless transition of solutions into operations.
The position is contingent upon award of the DIA SITE III CIO Infrastructure Services (CIS) contract.
Responsibilities:
Design efficient Windows Server and Linux operating system configurations to host enterprise business systems and customer applications.
Lead modernization and upgrade efforts for enterprise SQL Server clustered platforms ensuring RMF accreditation and Authority to Operate (ATO) approval.
Develop review and implement agency DoD and IC standards for SharePoint/Collaboration services and Windows Server database and application security including DISA STIG compliance.
Manage and maintain DIAs database infrastructure including enterprise SQL Server clusters and standalone databases.
Apply familiarity with physical hardware virtual infrastructure and cloud deployment variations to support diverse mission requirements.
Support Interim Authority to Test (IATT) and recurring ATO packages for acquired or inherited environments.
Collaborate with Operations teams to ensure maximum availability and reliability when accessing physical or remote administration services.
Automate builds rebuilds zeroday configurations and deployment processes for highavailability platform services.
Analyze requirements concepts of operations and system architectures to produce detailed platforminfrastructure designs aligned with mission objectives.
Work with Operations teams and Government stakeholders to refine requirements and verify availability reliability resiliency and operability objectives.
Research optimal design characteristics conduct Analyses of Alternatives and provide informed recommendations on platform technologies and feasibility studies.
Integrate capacity performance and servicelevel metrics into platform designs to optimize user experience and infrastructure utilization.
Produce engineering artifacts detailed designs test cases training content and supporting documentationincluding CONOPSwhile working independently or guiding small teams.
Research new platform technologies evaluate integration value and provide objective tradeoff analyses as part of Continual Service Improvement and innovation cycles.
Use Lab facilities to conduct experimentation feasibility studies investigations and technology validation.
Develop unit and systemlevel test cases and scripts ensuring complete coverage and successful outcomes before production deployment.
Support acceptance testing Blue/Green fielding and early production rollouts to ensure smooth operational adoption of engineered solutions.
Provide advanced troubleshooting repair and optimization for Virtual Desktop Infrastructure components related to platform service delivery.
Develop platform strategies for assessment planning vendor evaluation procurement deployment governance compliance assurance and risk management across phased modernization efforts.
Support endtoend engineeringtooperations transition activities to maintain stable secure and missionaligned platform performance.
Qualifications:
Required:
Must hold a current Top Secret SCI clearance with ability to obtain poly prior to start
DOD 8140 Certification applicable to role (minimum Security)
HS and 16 years of experience an AA and 14 years of experience BS/BA and 12 years of experience MS/MA and 10 years of experience or PhD and 8 years of experience
Minimum 4 years of hands-on experience designing integrating validating and implementing IT hardware and software solutions
Microsoft-certified Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate or Red Hat Certified Administrator (RHCS) or Linux Professional Institute LPIC-1 certification
Willingness to learn new skills and new technologies
Desired:
Degree in Science Technology Engineering or Mathematics
Familiarity with IC ITE services and classified environments
ITIL 4 Foundation Certification (or higher)
What You Can Expect:
A culture of integrity.
At CACI we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member youll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customers missions and driven by a higher purpose to ensure the safety of our nation.
An environment of trust.
CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. Youll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.
A focus on continuous growth.
Together we will advance our nations most critical missions build on our lengthy track record of business success and find opportunities to break new ground in your career and in our legacy.
Pay Range:
There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including but not limited to geographic location Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates relevant prior work experience specific skills and competencies education and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare wellness financial retirement family support continuing education and time off benefits.
Since this position can be worked in more than one location the range shown is the national average for the position.
The proposed salary range for this position is:
$90300-$189600CACI is anEqualOpportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex pregnancy sexual orientation age national origin disability status as a protected veteran or any otherprotectedcharacteristic.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
CACI employs a diverse range of talent to create an environment that fuels innovation and fosters continuous improvement and success. At CACI, you will have the opportunity to make an immediate impact by providing information solutions and services in support of national security miss ... View more