Platform Network Engineer

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. Full Time Radford, VA, US 3 days ago Requisition ID: 1014 Position Overview Supporting the AECC project, the Platform Network Engineer develops and maintains the Kubernetes-based network architecture for the US Army. This role focuses on a software-defined infrastructure utilizing CNI plugins (Calico, Cilium) and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) to provision network foundations for multitenant hosting across global sites. Quick Facts Location: Radford, VA (Hybrid telework/onsite as needed) Security Clearance: Active DoD Secret Education: Bachelor’s degree or higher in an IT-related field Experience: Mid-to-senior level networking experience in enterprise environments Work Schedule: Full-time Mandatory Certifications Baseline: Security+ or equivalent DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II Computing Environment: Must obtain a certification (Cisco DCNX, PCNSE, CKA, or Red Hat OpenShift) within 6 months of hire Key Responsibilities Architecture Maintenance: Work with Government engineers to develop and maintain the AECC Kubernetes-based networking architecture. Infrastructure as Code: Deploy and maintain IaC pipelines for automated network provisioning and configuration management. Network Administration: Perform daily patching and upgrading of Kubernetes networking components like CNI plugins. Health Monitoring: Monitor network resource health and utilization, providing troubleshooting and root cause analysis for hosting platform issues. Required Technical Skills Kubernetes Networking: Expertise in CNI plugins (Calico, Cilium), service discovery, ingress controllers, and DNS management. Automation: Strong proficiency in Ansible, Terraform, and scripting (Python/Bash). Enterprise Protocols: Knowledge of mTLS, service mesh, and standard routing protocols. Preferred Skills & Experience DoD Standards: Working knowledge of DoD STIGs and the IAVM process. Platform Familiarity: Experience with Red Hat OpenShift, Rancher, or vanilla Kubernetes. What We Can Offer You Excellence: The chance to be part of a company that has a reputation for excellence in task execution. Time Off: Full-time associates receive 3 weeks of paid vacation each year plus 11 federal holidays. Health Benefits: Comprehensive Medical (Blue Cross Blue Shield), Secondary Insurance, Dental, and Vision. Financial Security: 401K program with Fidelity (including company match) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA). Insurance: Short-term and Long-term Disability at no cost, plus Voluntary Life and AD&D options. #J-18808-Ljbffr