Platform Engineer Security Clearance

Position: Platform Engineer with Security Clearance
Opportunity via QSSHire | Talent-as-a-Service Recruiting
Role:
Platform Engineer

Location:

Chantilly, VA (Onsite)
Clearance: TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph
Rate:
Open
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Are You a Platform Engineer Ready to Build Secure, Scalable Cloud Infrastructure Supporting Mission-Critical Operations?
QSSHire is seeking a Platform Engineer to support the design, deployment, and sustainment of secure cloud infrastructure and platform services supporting mission-critical applications. This role focuses on Kubernetes, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Dev Sec Ops , automation, and cloud-native technologies to deliver reliable, scalable, and secure platform capabilities across enterprise environments.
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In This Role, You'll:

• Design, deploy, and maintain scalable platform infrastructure supporting enterprise applications and services.

• Build, manage, and optimize Kubernetes clusters and containerized application environments.

• Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions using Terraform.

• Automate system provisioning, configuration management, and deployment using Ansible and Puppet.

• Support Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) environments through installation, configuration, administration, and troubleshooting.

• Deploy and manage Kubernetes applications using Helm.

• Develop and maintain secure CI/CD pipelines to streamline software delivery and platform deployments.

• Implement Dev Sec Ops  best practices by integrating security throughout the software development lifecycle.

• Manage AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM) policies, roles, and permissions.

• Monitor platform performance, availability, scalability, and operational health.

• Troubleshoot complex infrastructure, automation, and container platform issues.

• Collaborate with software engineers, cybersecurity teams, and cloud architects to improve platform reliability, security, and operational efficiency.

• Identify opportunities to optimize infrastructure performance, automation, and cost efficiency.
________________________________________You'll Succeed Here If You Have:

• Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph required to start.

• Professional experience supporting enterprise platform engineering or cloud infrastructure environments.

• Hands-on experience with Kubernetes and container orchestration.

• Experience implementing Dev Sec Ops  principles and secure automation practices.

• Experience developing Infrastructure as Code using Terraform.

• Experience with configuration management tools including Ansible and Puppet.

• Experience administering Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) systems.

• Experience deploying and managing Kubernetes applications using Helm.

• Experience with container technologies and container lifecycle management.

• Experience designing, implementing, and maintaining CI/CD pipelines.

• Experience managing AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM).

• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills within cross-functional engineering teams.
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Desired

Skills:

• Kubernetes certifications (CKA, CKAD, or equivalent).

• AWS cloud certifications.

• Dev Sec Ops -related certifications.

• Experience supporting large-scale cloud environments.

• Experience optimizing highly available, scalable cloud infrastructure.

• Experience supporting secure enterprise or classified environments.
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Degree Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Cybersecurity, or a related technical field.

• Equivalent professional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
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Why QSSHire?
As a modern Talent-as-a-Service recruiting partner, QSSHire connects exceptional professionals with impactful opportunities supporting national security missions. We focus on aligning technical expertise with meaningful work while providing transparency, flexibility, and long-term career growth.