Platform Infrastructure Engineer

Description & Requirements

Maximus is seeking a highly skilled individual to join our team as a Platform Infrastructure Engineer.

You will be responsible for the deployment and maintenance of several platforms supporting multiple applications.

The role will involve collaborating with cross-functional teams and overseeing technical architecture while delivering scalable and reliable solutions.

Maximus TCS (Technology and Consulting Services) Internal Job Profile Code: TCS220, T4, Band 7

Project Responsibilities:

• Monitor and optimize system performance and implement corrective actions on current platform(s).

• Experience in managing and maintaining application integration leveraging current networking concepts (TCP/IP, routing, firewalls)

• Oversee and conduct regular cybersecurity vulnerability assessments and penetration testing.

• Develop and maintain security incident response plans and procedures.

• Develop and implement automation scripts and tools to streamline platform deployments, provisioning, and management tasks.

• Deploy and manage machines with VMware, vCenter, Kickstart, Puppet, Foreman, and CIS-CAT

• Manage and configure host-based security systems.

• Experience with DevOps methodologies and tools, supporting Infrastructure as Code (IaC) within RHEL containers.

• Use monitoring and logging tools, such as Prometheus, Grafana, ELK, IBM NetCool, and Solarwinds.

• Patch and manage systems using Red Hat Satellite Server.

• Provide hardware support for servers and workstations.

Minimum Requirements

TCS220, T4, Band 7

Project Qualifications:

• Active Secret clearance

• Due to contract requirements, only US Citizens can be considered.

Candidates with dual citizenship cannot be considered.

• At least 12 years of experience in the related field.

• At least 4 years of hands-on experience working with OpenShift.

• Experience/knowledge of cloud platforms such as AWS and Azure to manage, secure, and maintain the environment/platform infrastructure is a bonus, but not required.

• Team player, fast learner with ability to work proactively and independently to support mission critical operations supporting geographically diverse locations.

• Candidates reside within a commutable distance for daily onsite work and on call requirements.

• This contract supports systems that require 24x7x365 uptime.

Candidates must be willing and able to meet recall requirements, including participation in a rotational on-call schedule.

Preferred Skills:

• Red Hat Certified Specialist in OpenShift Administration OR Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) OR Red Hat Certified Architect (RHCA)

EEO Statement

Maximus is an equal opportunity employer.

We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics.

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