Platform Engineer (Systems) on-site - TOP SECRET Clearance w/SCI Eligibility

Are you a seasoned Platform Engineerwith demonstrated Tier 3 support expertise acrossMicrosoft Windows Servers, Red Hat Linux and Microsoft Windows Operating Systems? If so, AMERICAN SYSTEMS wants you to join our team as our nextLead Platform Engineerin the Arlington, VA or JBAB, DC area!

As aLead Platform Engineer,you will:

• Diagnose and resolve performance, security, and/or technical challenges related to enterprise platforms
• Provide Tier 3 IT systems support on a wide range of technologies across classified enterprise systems
• Receive a robust benefits package that includes Employee Stock Ownership Plan!
• Be a part of an empowered accountability culture where each employee-owner has a meaningful stake in the future success and growth of the company.

A week in the life of aLead Platform Engineer:

• Design and implement scalable platform architecture in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Lead the development and deployment of platform components, services, and applications.
• Workclosely with developers to streamline code deployment and establish CI/CD pipelines, making environments more consistent and reliable.
• Optimize performance, security, and cost-effectiveness by evaluating and selecting appropriate technologies and maintaining CI/CD pipelines.
• Drive security best practices and troubleshoot complex issues to minimize downtime.
• Ensure availability and scalability of environments for software teams, focusing on automation, cloud infrastructure, and DevOps practices
• Performing requirements analysis, requirements gathering, and integration for all platforms
• Investigating and resolving operational problems with other engineering and technical personnel
• Workon project teams responsible for engineering and packaging releases within the customer's production IT environment
• Providing direction and guidance to less-experienced Systems Engineers

• Active TOP SECRET clearance with SCI eligibility
• DoD 8570IAT Level II Certificationrequired (e.g.,Security+ CE, CCNA-Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, CND, or SSCP)
• Bachelor's degree and 10+years of related experienceas a Platform Engineer or similar role
• Experience designing and maintaining highly available, scalable, and secure architectures in cloud and on-premises environments across IL5 to IL6+ domains.
• Expert in AWS/Azure with strong understanding of cloud services and networking.
• Hands-on experience with containerization and orchestration technologies like Docker, Kubernetes, and OpenShift
• Experience working in Agile development teams.
• At least 2 years of experienceadministering Linux (RHEL) systems
  
  
  
  • proficient in Linux administration, including managing users, permissions, networking, and storage.
  • comfortable with commands for system monitoring, package management, and shell scripting
  
  
  
  
• Knowledge of Microsoft Windows Systems, EMC SANs, and VMware products
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex system issues

NOTE: This position is 100% on-site.

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is$160,000 - $180,000. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.

Who We Are:

Founded in 1975,AMERICAN SYSTEMSis one of the largest employee-owned companies in the United States. We are a government services contractor focused on delivering Strategic Solutions to complex national priority programs with 100+ locations worldwide. Through our focus on quality, strong cultural beliefs, and innovation we deliver excellence every day.

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• Forbes National Best Midsize Companies
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• Washington Post Best Workplaces

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