Platform Engineer - Hampton VA

Job Description
Platform Engineer

Hampton, VA, US

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans
, Transitioning Military,
National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded
Warriors, and their Caregivers
. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is  On-Site

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI

Percentage of

Travel Required:

Up to 10%

Type of Travel:
Continental US

Join a mission-driven team as a Platform Engineer. The Platform Engineer will be designing, implementing, and supporting enterprise Cross Domain Solution (CDS) platforms that enable secure data sharing between classified and unclassified environments. In this role, you will build and maintain intuitive software and infrastructure that directly supports Air Force personnel across multiple locations. If you enjoy solving complex technical challenges, improving user experience, and making an impact on national security, this is an excellent opportunity to shine.

• Design, engineer, and maintain enterprise CDS platforms to ensure secure, reliable cross‑domain data transfer
• Administer and configure user interface applications and external services to deliver seamless interaction with CDS systems
• Manage and maintain user accounts across supported environments
• Implement and sustain monitoring, logging, and alerting capabilities for platform health and performance
• Partner closely with cybersecurity teams to ensure compliance with DoD security policies and accreditation standards
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex system and platform issues while supporting end users
• Automate deployment processes to improve efficiency and consistency
• Document system architectures, technical procedures, and operational workflows

• Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility
• BA/BS degree in a related field (AA/AS and additional experience may be considered)
• Minimum 5 years' experience in RHEL Administration
• Minimum 5 years' experience with VMware
• Minimum 5 years' experience applying security patches to Linux systems
• Current DoD 8140 cybersecurity certification (e.g., CompTIA Security+)
• Strong problem‑solving abilities and customer service orientation
• Broad experience with system/server hardware, operating systems, software applications, and network connectivity
• Ability to work proactively, anticipate issues, and use resources efficiently
• Experience working collaboratively with client managers and system users

• Administrator‑level certifications in technologies such as Microsoft, RHEL, Linux, or VMware
• VM certification
• SEIM implementation and/admin experience
• Experience with Git Ops

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities.

Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

$75,200-$158,100

480159

Bachelors

Engineering

Hampton

Virginia

IT Information Technology

CACI International Inc

$75,000-$100,000