Platform Operations Engineer, DevOps | TS Cleared

Who is Trace3

Trace3 is a leading Transformative IT Authority providing unique technology solutions and consulting services to our clients. Equipped with elite engineering and dynamic innovation we empower IT executives and their organizations to achieve competitive advantage through a process of Integrate Automate Innovate.

Our culture at Trace3 embodies the spirit of a startup with the advantage of a scalable business. Employees can grow their career and have fun while doing it!

Trace3 is headquartered in Irvine California. We employ more than 1200 people all over the United States. Our major field office locations include Denver Indianapolis Grand Rapids Lexington Los Angeles Louisville Texas San Francisco.

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Street-Smart-Thriving in Dynamic Times

We are flexible and resilient in a fast-changing environment. We continuously innovate and drive constructive change while keeping a focus on the big picture. We exercise sound business judgment in making high-quality decisions in a timely and cost-effective manner. We are highly creative and can dig deep within ourselves to find positive solutions to different problems.

Juice -The Stuff it takes to be a Needle Mover

We get things done and drive results. We lead without a title empowering others through a can-do attitude. We look forward to the goal mentallymapping outevery checkpoint on the pathway to success and visualizing what the final destination looks and feels like.

Teamwork -Humble Hungry and Smart

We are humble individuals who understand how our job impacts the companys mission. We treat others with respect admit mistakes give credit where its due and demonstrate transparency. We bring the weather by exhibiting positive leadership and solution-focused thinking. We hug people in their trials struggles and failures not just their success. We appreciate the individuality of the people around us.

**This position is on site in either Littleton CO Denver CO or King of Prussia PA -- This role can be a direct hire/full time position or a W2 hourly role depending on preference

JOB SUMMARY:

The Platform Operations Engineer DevOps is a technical role supporting Space Programs within a Rapid Deployment Team. This position is responsible for supporting the deployment integration operation and sustainment of mission-critical systems across classified environments.

This role operates at the intersection of OpenShift platform operations Rundeck-based operational automation and conventional system administration with security compliance responsibilities. The position emphasizes hands-on execution across deployments system stabilization incident recovery and infrastructure integration.

This individual contributor role serves as a primary technical escalation point during operational events coordinating resolution efforts across multiple domains and mission stakeholders in a high-tempo environment requiring strong troubleshooting across compute network storage and platform layers.

SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Oversee deployment configuration lifecycle management and sustainment of OpenShift environments within classified networks.
• Ensure platform reliability availability and integration with mission applications and infrastructure services.
• Design maintain and execute Rundeck runbooks to enable deployment workflows system administration tasks and incident response procedures.
• Ensure operational automation is consistent repeatable and auditable.
• Provide hands-on operational expertise for Linux and Windows environments including configuration management patching troubleshooting and lifecycle upkeep.
• Act as an escalation point for outages deployment failures and platform instability.
• Conduct root-cause analysis across infrastructure layers and restore mission capability under time-sensitive conditions.
• Maintain adherence to security controls compliance frameworks configuration standards and accreditation requirements across classified environments.
• Resolve complex issues spanning networking storage operating systems and platform services across enterprise infrastructure.
• Coordinate resolution activities across infrastructure cybersecurity networking system administration and program stakeholders during deployments incidents and recovery efforts.
• Remove blockers align execution paths and provide hands-on guidance and informal mentorship to engineers during active operations to improve team effectiveness in real time.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Active Top Secret clearance with the ability to maintain clearance eligibility throughout employment; SCI preferred.
• Hands-on experience supporting OpenShift platform operations Linux and/or Windows administration and operational automation tools such as Ansible Puppet and Rundeck.
• Strong troubleshooting capability across distributed systems and infrastructure layers including compute network storage and platform services.
• Experience supporting security compliance system hardening audit readiness and mission-critical operational environments.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to operate across operations infrastructure cybersecurity and program teams in high-pressure environments.
• 2 years of experience in infrastructure engineering platform operations system administration or operational support within enterprise or classified environments.
• Experience developing and maintaining Rundeck workflows for operational automation and incident response.
• Strong understanding of enterprise infrastructure technologies including networking such as routing switching DNS and load balancing.
• Strong understanding of storage systems such as SAN/NAS replication backup and recovery.
• Experience serving as a technical anchor during deployment events or major operational incidents including providing informal guidance and mentorship to supporting engineers.
• Certifications such as Security RHCSA/RHCE CISSP or Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA).
• Experience supporting enterprise-scale modernization initiatives such as 1LMX or similar transformation programs.

This position is performed within a secure classified workspace. Employees must comply with all applicable security protocols and access control procedures including restrictions on personal electronic devices and the handling of sensitive information.

The Perks

• Comprehensive medical dental and vision plans for you and your dependents
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match 529 College Savings Plan Health Savings Account Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
• Competitive Compensation
• Training and development programs
• Major offices stocked with snacks and beverages
• Collaborative and cool culture
• Work-life balance and generous paid time off

Our Commitment

At the core of Trace3s DNA is our people. We are a diverse group of talented individuals who understand the importance of teamwork and demonstrating leadership character and passion in all that we do.

Were committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected valued and empowered to grow. We recognize that embracing diversity drives innovation improves outcomes fosters collaboration boosts teammate satisfaction and builds a more inclusive culture.

As an equal opportunity employer Trace3 bases all employment decisions based on individual qualifications merit and business requirements. We do not engage in discrimination on the basis of race color religion sex (including gender identity sexual orientation and pregnancy) national origin age (40 or older) disability genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local law.

Any demographic information provided is strictly voluntary kept confidential in accordance with Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) regulations and will not be used in employment decisions including hiring promotions or mentorship programs. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process or participate in an interview please email.

***To all recruitment agencies:Trace3 does not accept unsolicited agency resumes/CVs. Please do not forward resumes/CVs to our careers email addresses Trace3 employees or any other company location. Trace3 is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/CVs.