Platform Engineer

CACI International•Hampton, VA

7d•$82,100 - $172,400•Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

Administrator-level certifications in technologies such as Microsoft, RHEL, Linux, or VMware
VM certification
SEIM implementation and/admin experience
Experience with GitOps

Responsibilities

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