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Cleared Senior Platform Engineer (Secret)

Rise8 is a mission-focused engineering firm delivering software and platform solutions for U.S. Government customers. We are seeking a Cleared Senior Platform Engineer (Secret) to design, automate, and operate secure cloud platforms, drive platform reliability at scale, and partner directly with development teams and customers.

Skills

  • Administration of cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP)
  • Kubernetes container orchestration expertise
  • Infrastructure as Code (Terraform)
  • Linux systems administration
  • Scripting for automation (e.g., Bash, Python)
  • Networking fundamentals and practical experience (LB, DNS, SSL, Firewalls, NAT, NTP)
  • Production troubleshooting and incident response
  • Experience with large-scale production systems
  • Security-minded approach to risk management and reduced cycle time
  • CI/CD and DevOps automation familiarity

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement automated configuration and deployment processes to improve platform performance and manageability.
  • Create self-service capabilities in the Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) using scripting and automation.
  • Administer cloud environments and manage administrator/service accounts with accurate documentation.
  • Operate and take ownership of services within the team, including incident response and post-incident analysis.
  • Collaborate closely with developers to diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve production issues.
  • Manage container orchestration (Kubernetes) and related platform components.
  • Continuously improve platform reliability, security, and developer experience.
  • Maintain and document networking, security, and system configurations (DNS, SSL, load balancers, firewalls, NAT, NTP).

Education

  • BA/BS in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent practical experience
  • Active DoD Secret security clearance (must have)
  • U.S. citizenship and ability to pass background investigation

Benefits

  • 100% distributed workforce with flexible schedule
  • Premium insurance: up to 100% employee premium coverage and up to 80% dependent coverage on base plan; dental, vision, life, and disability coverage
  • 401(k) with 10% gross pay match
  • 4 weeks combined accrued vacation and sick leave plus 11 federal holidays and additional leave (birthday, jury duty, bereavement)
  • Education & training budget up to $3,500/year
  • Home office stipend $750/year and $100/year company merch
  • Wellness reimbursement up to $500/year or Life Time membership credit option
  • Company equipment provided (MacBook Pro)
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