Lead Platform Engineer

General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc.; North Carolina; Hybrid; USD 132,000 - 178,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc. seeks a Lead Platform Engineer to lead the build, configuration, and sustainment of a Software Factory for the US Space Force. The role focuses on Azure cloud, Kubernetes, and DevSecOps tooling to deliver automated pipelines and secure platforms.

You will guide architecture, deliver containers and IaC pipelines, and mentor teams while coordinating with customers and stakeholders across security-conscious environments.

Qualifications

• US Citizen required.
• DoD Secret Security Clearance with ability to obtain TS.
• BA/BS Degree (or equivalent experience).
• 10+ years of DevOps/Cloud experience.
• Experience with Linux and Linux-based operating systems.
• Experience with Software Architecture, Engineering and CI/CD/DevOps practices.
• Familiar/foundational in at least one programming or scripting language.
• Experience with Git version control.
• Experience with containerization build technologies and deployments for Kubernetes.
• Experience leading DevOps or cloud teams.
• Strong verbal and written communication with customers and teams.
• Proficiency with Agile lifecycle management tools.
• DoDm 8140 Certification / Security+.

Responsibilities

• Lead guidelines and standards for deploying to Azure Cloud and Kubernetes environments.
• Stand up and operate Kubernetes clusters in Azure for Lab and production environments.
• Deploy and configure Jira, Confluence, GitLab and other DevSecOps tools to VMs and Kubernetes clusters.
• Develop automation for building VM IaC pipelines using Packer, Ansible, and shell scripts.
• Provide DevSecOps leadership and coaching to teams and customers.
• Serve as DevSecOps architect, engineer, and coach to evolve high-performing teams.
• Guide teams in adopting DevSecOps practices and tooling.
• Oversee sustainment activities: monitoring, patching, upgrades, and vulnerability remediation for Kubernetes and apps.
• Architect and maintain CI/CD pipelines for software/infrastructure as code.
• Manage Kubernetes clusters and related software distributions in Azure.

Skills

DevOps

Cloud

Linux

CI/CD

Git

Kubernetes

IaC

Automation

Agile

Communication

Education

BA/BS Degree (or equivalent)

Tools

Jira

Confluence

GitLab

Packer

Ansible

Helm

Harbor

SonarQube

Keycloak

Nexus

ArgoCD

Azure

Job description

Job Description

GDIT is seeking a Lead Platform Engineer to support an exciting new position in our Defense division to lead the build, configuration, and sustainment of a Software Factory capability for the US Space Force. The Lead Platform Engineer will support several technical activities for this effort and should demonstrate capabilities and experience in these key focus areas below:

Responsibilities

• Lead the determination of guidelines and standards for deploying to an Azure Cloud infrastructure and Kubernetes environments.
• Lead and execute the standup and operation of multiple Kubernetes cluster environments in the Azure cloud in both Lab and classified production environments.
• Lead and execute the deployment and configuration of Jira, Confluence, GitLab and other DevSecOps tools to both virtual machine and Kubernetes cluster environments.
• Direct resources and assist in support of developing automation for building Virtual Machine Infrastructure as Code (IaC) pipelines using Packer, Ansible, and shell scripts.
• Lead and direct DevSecOps support to application support teams, and customers including developing automation, architectures and wikis that advance DevSecOps approaches and execution.
• Servant leadership as a DevSecOps architect, engineer, and coach for the DevSecOps team to evolve its abilities to become a higher performing team.
• Facilitate and provide expertise to teams to support both DevSecOps platform development and development teams in gaining maturity in maximizing delivering value to customers.
• Responsible for directing or performing sustainment activities such as monitoring, patching, upgrading, and vulnerability response & remediation for Kubernetes cluster nodes and platform applications.
• Architecting and hands-on ability in maintaining and enhancing software / infrastructure as code (IaC) build, test, and deployment CI/CD pipelines.
• Deploy and manage Free and Open Source (FOSS) as well as vendor distribution Kubernetes clusters using Linux-based virtual machines deployed in an Azure cloud environment.
• Deploy and manage Jira, Confluence and GitLab to virtual machines hosted in Azure cloud environment.
• Using Helm, deploy, manage, and integrate multiple software (Harbor, SonarQube, Keycloak, Nexus, ArgoCD and others) titles to Kubernetes clusters to form the technical platform for a Software Factory delivery.
• Onboard user teams onto the Software Factory technical platform and assist with the development and integration of user application and infrastructure component software via automated pipelines.
• Lead and coordinate determining guidelines and standards for deploying to Azure Cloud infrastructure and Kubernetes environments, including defining system and application security requirements.
• Educate teams on adoption and support of DevSecOps practices and tooling.
• Utilize in-depth knowledge of the DevSecOps competencies to recommend innovations that enhance and/or provide a competitive advantage.
• Travel: Up to 25%

Required Experience / Skills

• Successful candidate must be a US Citizen.
• DoD Secret Security Clearance with ability to obtain TS.
• BA/BS Degree (or equivalent experience).
• 10+ years of DevOps/Cloud experience.
• Experience with managing and using Linux and Linux-based operating systems.
• Experience with Software Architecture, Engineering and Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) and/or DevOps related practices.
• Familiar/foundational in at least one programming or scripting language.
• Experience with Git version control.
• Experience with containerization build technologies and deployments for Kubernetes.
• Experience with Kubernetes Persistent Volumes / Volume Claims and use of Container Storage Interface plugin system in cloud environments (Azure-CSI, EBS-CSI, etc).
• Experience providing technical leadership for DevOps or cloud teams.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills in working with teams and customers in developing, implementing, and coaching DevSecOps processes.
• Proficiency with Agile lifecycle management (ALM) processes and tools.
• DoDm 8140 Certification / Security+

Desired Experience / Skills

• Exhibits a passion for DevSecOps techniques and technologies.
• Experience with Kubernetes, Helm and GitOps techniques.
• Experience with Gitlab and GitLab CI/CD Pipelines preferred.
• Experience with US Air Force Platform One’s Big Bang a plus.
• Experience with Security Scanning Tools: Anchore, OpenSCAP, Prisma (Twistlock).
• Knowledge of secure development and software supply chain security practices.
• Desire for continuous learning to remain current with related technology and practices.
• Ability to handle a dynamic work environment.
• Effective organization and time management skills.
• Takes individual initiative to follow industry thought leaders, maintain professional qualifications, and participate in company as well as global communities of interest.
• Must be detail oriented, critical thinker, possess excellent problem-solving skills.
• Desire for continuous improvement and a commitment to best practices.

Compensation

The likely salary range for this position is $131,750 - $178,250. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Work Schedule & Travel

• Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
• Travel Required: 10-25%
• Telecommuting Options: Remote Work Location: USA NC Home Office (NCHOME)

Additional Locations

Additional Work Locations: Total Rewards at GDIT: Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

Identity Verification Process

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.

About GDIT

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers technology solutions and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 26,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50+ countries worldwide, offering leading mission-ready capabilities in AI, cloud, cyber and software development. Join our Talent Community to stay up to date on our career opportunities and events at gdit.com/tc.

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