Description

Markon is seeking a Platform Engineer to support an Intelligence Customer's technical development program on a secure network. This role provides hands-on systems and platform engineering support to design, implement, and maintain reliable, scalable, and resilient platform services used by software development teams operating in cloud environments.

The Platform Engineer works closely with developers, cybersecurity engineers, database administrators, and system architects to modernize infrastructure, transition from legacy systems, and support mission execution.

Responsibilities

• Deliver innovative platform capabilities, services, or integrated solutions that address specific customer mission requirements
• Support the development and operation of enterprise software solutions within the Sponsor’s cloud environments
• Provide execution guidance and hands-on engineering support to mission teams throughout the system lifecycle
• Administer and maintain Linux-based systems to support the transition from legacy systems to modern deployment architectures
• Perform routine maintenance of cloud infrastructure resources, including patching, configuration, upgrades, and optimization
• Partner with cybersecurity engineers to identify, remediate, and mitigate findings from system security scans
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Software Development, Systems Engineering, Security Compliance, and Quality Assurance
• Support platform reliability, scalability, and resiliency through automation and infrastructure best practices

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph
• Bachelor’s degree with 6–10 years of relevant experience
• Demonstrated experience working with cloud service providers, AWS required
• Hands-on experience administering Linux-based systems
• Proven experience performing Platform Engineering functions in complex environments
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Experience supporting security remediation and compliance efforts
• Experience working with cross-functional technical teams in enterprise environments

Desired Qualifications

• Demonstratable working experience with automation tools such as Ansible, Terraform, Jenkins, GitHub Actions, and Packer
• Demonstratable working experience with containers (Docker, Podman) and container orchestration platforms such as Kubernetes
• Experience maintaining and administering ELK environments, particularly in containerized deployments
• Demonstratable working experience with serverless technologies (e.g., AWS Lambda)
• Experience supporting security accreditation and authorization (A&A) processes
• Experience working in Agile, SAFe, or Scrum development environments

Salary Range

USD $180,000.00 - USD $200,000.00 /Yr.The Markon pay range for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Overview

Eager to join a team where your skills are valued, your growth is nurtured, and your impact is profound? Look no further than Markon, a premier consulting firm deeply dedicated to advancing our nation's most critical missions.

 

At Markon, we don't just offer jobs – we offer opportunities for personal and professional transformation. Empowering our employees to lead, innovate, and excel, we foster an environment where new ideas are not just welcomed but celebrated. As a perennial Washington Post Top Workplace, we prioritize the well-being and success of our team members, ensuring they can bring their best selves to work.

 

Headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, Markon has garnered national recognition for our unwavering dedication to excellence in serving the intelligence community, as well as federal civilian and defense agencies. Our growing reach extends across 17 states, 116 countries, and 5 continents, where our team of dynamic professionals collaborates to deliver unparalleled program and project management services.

 

Markon values people and the tremendous impact each individual can make – which is why we’re consistently recognized as one of the best places to work in federal government consulting. Here, you can help solve the nation’s most important challenges, surrounded by colleagues who help you grow, advance, and succeed. We are deeply dedicated to what matters – bringing out the best in each other to advance our clients’ missions.Join us and make a meaningful impact.

 

Markon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.

 

Benefits Offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Training and Tuition Assistance, Paid Time Off, and Holidays