Platform Engineer

About the role

The Platform Engineer will develop and maintain the common platform tools and services that enable the WDP System's data management and analytics capabilities. This person will build and enhance the core services that application developers and data scientists use, ensuring the platform provides a robust and efficient environment for mission-critical tasks. Responsibilities include designing and implementing platform capabilities such as containerization, orchestration, and service meshes; creating self-service tools for developers; establishing platform monitoring and observability solutions; implementing platform security controls and compliance mechanisms; optimizing platform performance and resource utilization; automating platform operations through CI/CD pipelines; evaluating and integrating new technologies; developing platform documentation and training materials; and collaborating with infrastructure and application teams to ensure seamless integration.

Requirements

• SECRET Security Clearance Required
• Certification requirements:
  • Junior / Journeyman roles: Cloud+, GICSP, GSEC, Security+, or SSCP
  • Senior role: Security+ / CASP+, CCNP Security, CCSP, FITSP-O, or GFACT
• Levels:
  • Junior: 0 – 3 years of experience + Bachelor’s Degree
  • Journeyman: 4 – 7 years of experience + Bachelor’s Degree
  • Senior: 8+ years of experience + Bachelor’s Degree
• Good communication skills and a self-starter mindset
• Professional proficiency in English
• Demonstrated proficiency in using all Microsoft Office applications
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis (no visa sponsorship available)

Work environment

Moderate noise (e.g., business office with computers, phone and printers) and/or occasional loud noise (e.g., airfield, large equipment). Ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time.

Physical demands

While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is required to sit, stand, talk, and hear. The employee is often required to sit and use their hands and fingers to operate a computer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Travel

Up to 10% occasional travel.

Benefits

• Employer contributions to health care plan (medical, dental & vision)
• Retirement plan (401k, IRA) with a generous matching program
• Life insurance (basic, voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid time off (vacation, sick & public holidays)
• Short-term & long-term disability
• Training & development
• Employee assistance program

Pay

Salary estimates for this job range from $97,000 – $192,000.