Hybrid Cloud Platform Engineer

Socket.dev; Springfield (VA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Abile Group, Inc. is seeking a Hybrid Cloud Platform Engineer to manage and expand OpenShift across cloud and data center environments for an Intelligence Community program.

The role requires a TS/SCI clearance with CI poly, a 5–8 year development background, and hands-on expertise with AWS, Python, scripting, and Git workflows in a security-focused setting.

Qualifications

• TS/SCI clearance with CI Poly.
• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Programming, Science, Engineering or related technical discipline.
• 5–8 years of developer experience.
• 8140.01M IAT Level II certification.

Responsibilities

• O&M of OpenShift across cloud and data center environments.
• Supports OpenShift operators and frameworks (Crossplane, Kyverno, RedHat GitOps).
• Deploys OpenShift to new sites as they come online.
• Collaborates with internal and external teams on integration requirements.

Skills

OpenShift

Cloud

Python

Shell scripting

Git

Linux

CI/CD

Docker

Kubernetes

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field

Tools

Crossplane

Kyverno

RedHat GitOps

GitLab CI

Jenkins

RHEL

RHCOS

Job description

Overview

Abile Group has an exciting and challenging opportunity for a Hybrid Cloud Platform Engineer on a 10 year contract providing User Facing and Data Center Services supporting an Intelligence Community customer. All the personnel on the team will work together to support innovative design, engineering, procurement, implementation, operations, sustainment and disposal of user facing and data center information technology (IT) services on multiple networks and security domains, at multiple locations worldwide, to support the IC mission.

The right candidate will possess the below skills and qualifications and be ready to handle all responsibilities independently and professionally.

Responsibilities

• O&M of existing Red Hat OpenShift environment across multiple security domains in both Cloud and datacenter (vSphere) environments.
• Supports OpenShift operators and frameworks including Crossplane, Kyverno, RedHat GitOps.
• Deploys OpenShift to new sites as they come online.
• Works with internal and external teams to understand integration requirements and scale existing platforms to meet them.
• Works with Security to ensure ongoing compliance and develop secure solutions.
• Supports data services including RabbitMQ, Redis, PostgreSQL, Elastic Stack.
• Compiles detailed documentation.

Qualifications

Clearance Required: TS/SCI with ability to obtain a CI Poly.

Degree and Years of Experience: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Programming, Science, Engineering or a related technical discipline.(Additional Education, Training, Certifications or Work Experience can be substituted in lieu of degree or work experience).

• 5-8 years Developer experience
• 8140.01M IAT Level II certification.

Desired Skills:

• Experience deploying and managing RedHat Open Shift in a cloud and/or vSphere environment.
• Experience with Amazon Web Services.
• Python, Shell scripting, Git.
• Linux distributions: RHEL/RHCOS, CentOS.
• CI/CD orchestration tools: GitLab CI, Jenkins.
• Container technology: Docker, Kubernetes, and Cloud Native Computing Foundation ecosystem in general.

About Abile Group, Inc.

Abile Group, founded in July 2004 to support the Intelligence Community and its contractors across Enterprise Analytics, IT & Systems Engineering, and Program & Project Management, merged with Valiant Solutions in January 2026 - an established provider of cybersecurity technologies and services for Federal Agencies since 2005. Together, this partnership creates a stronger, more integrated cybersecurity organization with expanded opportunities for employees, deeper technical collaboration, and a unified mission. With significant experience serving the Federal Government, we remain dedicated to our employees and clients and seek high‑performing professionals who excel at providing guidance, developing solutions, and delivering implementation support that blends industry best practices with client expertise and Abile’s broad technical capabilities.

Hiring Statement

Abile is committed to hiring the most qualified and best fit person for the job - always has, always will. Anyone requiring reasonable accommodations should email [e-mail] with requested details. A member of the HR team will respond to your request within 2 business days.