{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"9478b93ee2c1a8bb08ed3f5b","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/9478b93ee2c1a8bb08ed3f5b","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/9478b93ee2c1a8bb08ed3f5b","title":"Platform Engineer","description":"Location\nChantilly, Virginia, United States\nCapabilities\nDigital and Data\nOffice Setup\nOffice/Onsite\nJob ID\n#43357\n\nIndustry\nNational Security & Defense\nAt Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.\nYour impact\n\nKnack Works is seeking a qualified and highly motivated Junior to Mid-Level Platform Engineer to support the design, implementation and maintenance of our specialized developer platforms. The role is ideal for someone with hands-on experience building and maintaining platforms, automating infrastructure and CI/CD pipelines, ensuring security and compliance, collaborating with development teams and providing tools to help developers within the platforms.\nResponsibilities:\nManage Linux systems (on-premise and cloud infrastructure)\nProvide hardware and software support for users, customers and personnel\nCollaborate with a team of engineers to design, implement and test features and functionality to support Knack Works’ high performance computing products\nSupport the development of system documentation\nDevelop and define techniques and tools to support the most efficient solution to meet program needs\nMaintain and provide technical expertise in all areas of hardware, software and networking\nAbility to troubleshoot systems, performance, and security issues\nFollow change management and implementation best practices\nCollaborate with systems, security, and support teams as needed\nScripting experience (e.g., bash, python, ansible, etc)\nExecute and coordinate the end-to-end remediation of critical and high-risk vulnerabilities, including analysis, patching, mitigation, and validation.\nDeploy, upgrade and manage containerized applications in a Kubernetes Cluster\nBuild containerized applications to include building containers, writing helm charts, and testing helm deployments in Dev and Test Kubernetes Clusters\nAutomate infrastructure tasks using tools such as Ansible, Python or Bash\n\nHere's what you'll need\n\n3-7 years of hands-on Linux system administration experience\nAt least 1 year of experience working with Kubernetes Clusters or related cloud native technology\nKnowledge of DevOps practices and automation\nBachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field\nExperience with installation and implementation of hardware, software and networking equipment\nFamiliarity with common hardware vendors (e.g., HP, Dell, etc.) and cloud providers (e.g. AWS, Azure, etc.)\nAbility to create and maintain clear technical documentation\nStrong troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills\nGood communication and collaborations skills with the ability to work in a team environment\nExperience working in development and operational environments\nA current active TS with SCI eligibility and willingness to take a polygraph exam\nAbility to obtain a CompTIA Security+ CE certification within the first 6 months of employment\nDesired Requirements:\nCurrent TS/SCI with Poly\nHypervisor configuration and maintenance experience (e.g., VMware, Libvirt)\nCompTIA Security+ CE certification\nExperience with:\nSystem monitoring tools\nLinux OS (RHEL/Rocky/Fedora/RHEL compatible)\nExposure to cloud networking (AWS, Azure or similar)\nExperience working in an enterprise or multi-site environments\nKubernetes experience\nLDAP knowledge\nWhat We Offer:\nOpportunities for personal and professional growth\nHands-on exposure to real-world, rewarding projects\nSupportive team environment with mentoring by some of the best in the field\nCompetitive salaries, and outstanding benefits package with many lucrative perks\nTraining and certification support\n\nPosted Salary Range: Minimum\n100,000.00\nPosted Salary Range: Upper\n180,000.00\nOur health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and Profit-Sharing Plan (PSP) which includes both PSP contributions and an optional 401(k) plan (available immediately (i.e., no deferment or wait period), and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.\nThe base salary range for this position is $100,000.00 to $180,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.\n\nAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on August 06, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.\n\nOnsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full-time basis, as required by the nature of their role.\n\nYour application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. 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The role is ideal for someone with hands-on experience building and maintaining platforms, automating infrastructure and CI/CD pipelines, ensuring security and compliance, collaborating with development teams and providing tools to help developers within the platforms.\nResponsibilities:\nManage Linux systems (on-premise and cloud infrastructure)\nProvide hardware and software support for users, customers and personnel\nCollaborate with a team of engineers to design, implement and test features and functionality to support Knack Works’ high performance computing products\nSupport the development of system documentation\nDevelop and define techniques and tools to support the most efficient solution to meet program needs\nMaintain and provide technical expertise in all areas of hardware, software and networking\nAbility to troubleshoot systems, performance, and security issues\nFollow change management and implementation best practices\nCollaborate with systems, security, and support teams as needed\nScripting experience (e.g., bash, python, ansible, etc)\nExecute and coordinate the end-to-end remediation of critical and high-risk vulnerabilities, including analysis, patching, mitigation, and validation.\nDeploy, upgrade and manage containerized applications in a Kubernetes Cluster\nBuild containerized applications to include building containers, writing helm charts, and testing helm deployments in Dev and Test Kubernetes Clusters\nAutomate infrastructure tasks using tools such as Ansible, Python or Bash\n\nHere's what you'll need\n\n3-7 years of hands-on Linux system administration experience\nAt least 1 year of experience working with Kubernetes Clusters or related cloud native technology\nKnowledge of DevOps practices and automation\nBachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field\nExperience with installation and implementation of hardware, software and networking equipment\nFamiliarity with common hardware vendors (e.g., HP, Dell, etc.) and cloud providers (e.g. AWS, Azure, etc.)\nAbility to create and maintain clear technical documentation\nStrong troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills\nGood communication and collaborations skills with the ability to work in a team environment\nExperience working in development and operational environments\nA current active TS with SCI eligibility and willingness to take a polygraph exam\nAbility to obtain a CompTIA Security+ CE certification within the first 6 months of employment\nDesired Requirements:\nCurrent TS/SCI with Poly\nHypervisor configuration and maintenance experience (e.g., VMware, Libvirt)\nCompTIA Security+ CE certification\nExperience with:\nSystem monitoring tools\nLinux OS (RHEL/Rocky/Fedora/RHEL compatible)\nExposure to cloud networking (AWS, Azure or similar)\nExperience working in an enterprise or multi-site environments\nKubernetes experience\nLDAP knowledge\nWhat We Offer:\nOpportunities for personal and professional growth\nHands-on exposure to real-world, rewarding projects\nSupportive team environment with mentoring by some of the best in the field\nCompetitive salaries, and outstanding benefits package with many lucrative perks\nTraining and certification support\n\nPosted Salary Range: Minimum\n100,000.00\nPosted Salary Range: Upper\n180,000.00\nOur health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. 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