Platform Engineer

The Platform Engineer (Ops Technology Lead) is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining IT infrastructure platforms within the CASTLE-NET program, ensuring reliability, scalability, and security. This role supports application deployment and management, ensures compliance with CASTLE-NET policies, and works closely with IT teams, developers, and stakeholders to optimize platform solutions, automate processes, and provide advanced technical support.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign and implement IT infrastructure platformsEnsure platform reliability, scalability, and securitySupport application deployment and lifecycle managementConduct platform assessments and optimization analysisImplement infrastructure automation and orchestrationDevelop disaster recovery and business continuity capabilitiesManage platform documentation and technical specificationsMentor junior technical staff and provide technical leadershipRequired QualificationsBachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field8+ years of experience in platform engineering or related roleExpert understanding of platform engineering principlesExperience with virtualization, containerization, and cloud platformsExcellent problem-solving and analytical skillsAbility to manage multiple complex technical initiativesProficiency in developing comprehensive technical documentationKnowledge of data security best practices and complianceJob Specific SkillsInfrastructure Platform Design & ImplementationVirtualization & Containerization TechnologiesCloud Platform Management (Azure/AWS/GCC)Automation & Infrastructure as CodeDisaster Recovery & Business Continuity PlanningPreferred SkillsCertified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA)AWS Solutions Architect or Azure Solutions Architect certificationFedRAMP and federal compliance knowledgePlatform assessment and optimization expertiseCASTLE-NET environment familiarityCompensation RangesCompensation ranges for ASM Research positions vary depending on multiple factors; including but not limited to, location, skill set, level of education, certifications, client requirements, contract-specific affordability, government clearance and investigation level, and years of experience. The compensation displayed for this role is a general guideline based on these factors and is unique to each role. Monetary compensation is one component of ASM's overall compensation and benefits package for employees.EEO RequirementsIt is the policy of ASM that an individual's race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation or national origin are not and will not be considered in any personnel or management decisions. We affirm our commitment to these fundamental policies.All recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting for all job classifications is done without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, or age. All decisions on employment are made to abide by the principle of equal employment.Physical RequirementsThe physical requirements described in "Knowledge, Skills and Abilities" above are representative of those which must be met by an employee to successfully perform the primary functions of this job. (For example, "light office duties' or "lifting up to 50 pounds" or "some travel" required.) Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with qualifying disabilities, who are otherwise qualified, to perform the primary functions.DisclaimerThe preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.$94,100 - 150,000EEO RequirementsIt is the policy of ASM that an individual's race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, gender identity, veteran status, sexual orientation or national origin are not and will not be considered in any personnel or management decisions. We affirm our commitment to these fundamental policies.All recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting for all job classifications is done without regard to race, color, religion, sex, veteran status, disability, gender identity, or age. All decisions on employment are made to abide by the principle of equal employment.