Infrastructure Engineer

Infrastructure Engineer - ClearedTitle: Infrastructure Engineer - Cleared - 14999910Client: Aerospace & Defense clientLocation: Aurora, CO 80011Duration: 12+ Months CTH (Performance Based)Note: TS/SCI w Poly Required.Job DescriptionOn-site means they will be working at a client's facility. At the facility, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today's mission and stay ahead of tomorrow's threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Platform DevSecOps Engineer, supporting one of our premier programs in the business unit where you will be working with a cross-disciplinary team of Platform engineers and Systems Administrators leading the industry in ground systems solutions.This role entails the design, development, implementation, integration, and sustainment of a cloud-based compute, network, and storage infrastructure. The position also focuses on platform modernization by incorporating emerging technologies to optimize performance and efficiency. Utilizing DevOps/DevSecOps methodologies, tools, and automation, the role is critical in streamlining processes, enhancing collaboration, and accelerating software release cycles.As part of the team, you will contribute to the development and operational environments of a large-scale program that supports a critical national asset, ensuring its reliability and innovation in line with mission objectives.What You Will DoPlatform Development and Optimization: Contribute to the architecture, design, integration, and support of platform and infrastructure environments across build, integration & test, and production stages. Focus on ensuring these environments are optimized for performance, reliability, and scalability within cloud-based ecosystems.Best Practices and Automation: Utilize industry and company best practices to enhance scalability, consistency, and infrastructure efficiency, while reducing deployment time and automating configuration management processes.Cross-Team Collaboration: Work closely with software engineers, data scientists, and other agile development teams to design and implement resilient and scalable platform solutions.Security and Compliance Integration: Embed security and compliance measures into the platform, including services like encryption and access management.Operational Support: Provide ongoing operational support to maintain the stability, functionality, and performance of the platform.Qualifications You Must HaveTypically requires BS/BA Degree in Science, Technology Engineering Math (STEM) in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology or Physics and 5 years of related work experience.RedHat Linux Expertise: Proven experience in the installation, configuration, and maintenance of RedHat Linux operating systems.Cloud Infrastructure Development: Hands-on experience designing, implementing, and integrating cloud-based systems on infrastructure platforms like AWS.Automation Tools Proficiency: Experience with automation frameworks such as Terraform, Ansible, and Chef to streamline infrastructure deployment and management.Programming and Scripting Skills: Proficiency in programming or scripting languages such as Python and Bash for automation, configuration, and system operations.DoD 8570 IAT Level II Certification: Must meet Department of Defense 8570 Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level II requirements, such as holding a Security+ CE or equivalent certification.Current TS/SCI with CI Poly security clearance is required on day 1.U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.Qualifications We PreferLinux Systems Expertise.Experience in analyzing performance and troubleshooting applications and infrastructure services on Linux-based operating systems.Infrastructure Expertise: Strong background in managing and troubleshooting servers, networks, storage, and virtualization technologies.DevSecOps Framework: Proficiency in developing, testing, and delivering applications within a DevSecOps framework.Cloud Platform Expertise: Experience with cloud platforms, preferably AWS, including designing, deploying, and securing cloud services.AWS Services Proficiency: Hands-on experience with AWS services such as EC2, EKS, S3, CloudWatch, IAM, and VPC, with a focus on secure and scalable deployments.