Platform Engineer

RiseMe; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 94,000 - 197,000; Full time

Job summary

CACI is seeking a Platform Engineer to design, build, and scale intelligent systems within a DevSecOps framework. You will work on enterprise-grade processing workloads across cloud environments, emphasizing secure deployment and automation.

The role requires strong cloud/infrastructure engineering expertise, Terraform/IaC, and production Kubernetes experience, with a focus on security and compliance in multi-domain environments.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• TS/SCI with polygraph
• 10+ years of cloud/infrastructure engineering experience
• Extensive hands-on experience in Azure, AWS, or GCP
• Terraform / IaC expertise
• Production Kubernetes experience (AKS/EKS)
• Containers and CI/CD experience
• Python and Java build toolchains

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and support IaC-based services using Terraform, ARM templates, or similar tools.
• Build, optimize, and maintain production CI/CD pipelines
• Manage data preprocessing workflows and vector database infrastructure
• Build automation with PowerShell, Python, Azure CLI, Logic Apps, and Azure Functions
• Configure NSGs, gateways, and cloud security controls
• Manage compute/storage/networking/database services across clouds
• Collaborate with developers to integrate testing into pipelines
• Enforce security best practices and data privacy
• Operate OpenShift and Kubernetes across domains
• Evaluate open-source or government solutions balancing performance and cost
• Scale platforms to meet integration requirements and security standards

Skills

Cloud engineering

Infrastructure as Code

CI/CD pipelines

Python scripting

Java build tools

Strong communication

Education

BS/BA + 10+ years experience

Tools

Terraform

AKS/EKS

Docker

Azure

AWS

GCP

Azure CLI

Job description

Job Title: Platform EngineerJob Category: Information TechnologyTime Type: Full timeMinimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with PolygraphEmployee Type: RegularPercentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%Type of Travel: Continental US* * *

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Platform Engineer to design, build, and scale our next-generation intelligent systems as part of our DevSecOps team. You will be part of a team responsible for implementing enterprise-grade processing systems, and ensuring the secure deployment of processing workloads in systems deployed worldwide. The ideal candidate is a self-motivated technical leader who thrives in agile environments and adapts quickly to emerging technologies.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and support services using Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform, ARM templates, or similar technologies.
• Build, optimize, and maintain production-grade CI/CD pipelines
• Design and manage data preprocessing workflows, chunking strategies, and vector database infrastructure.
• Build and maintain automation using PowerShell, Python, Azure CLI, Logic Apps, and Azure Functions.
• Configure and tune network security groups (NSGs), application gateways, and other protective cloud controls.
• Manage compute, storage, networking, and database services across cloud environments while ensuring adherence to security and compliance frameworks.
• Collaborate closely with developers and subject matter experts to integrate testing into pipelines.
• Establish and enforce security best practices for system implementations and data privacy.
• O&M of existing Red Hat OpenShift and Kubernetes environments across multiple security domains in Cloud, data center, and edge environments
• Conduct trade studies to select appropriate open-source, commercial or existing government solutions/technologies to balance performance, cost, user experience and time to operations
• Work with internal and external teams to understand integration requirements and scale existing platforms to meet them
• Work with Security to ensure ongoing compliance and develop secure solutions

Qualifications

Required

• U.S. Citizenship required
• TS/SCI with polygraph
• BS/BA + 10 years or equivalency (AA + 15 years of experience, MS + 8 Years of experience or no degree + 20 years of experience)
• 10+ years of experience in cloud/infrastructure engineering
• Extensive hands-on engineering experience in one or more of Azure, AWS, GCP
• Expert Terraform skills; proven experience managing infrastructure with infrastructure as code
• Experience operating production Kubernetes clusters (AKS/EKS) supporting processing workloads
• Experience with containers (Docker, Podman) and CI/CD
• Python scripting/programming abilities
• Experience with Java & Python build toolchains

Desired

• Previous intelligence community experience
• Experience with CSAM, RegScale, eMASS, or similar GRC tools
• Experience supporting emergency operations or disaster response missions
• Experience with continuous monitoring and automated security tools
• Strong communication skills for presenting to senior leadership

What You Can Expect

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$93,500 - $196,500

CACI is anEqualOpportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.