Platform Engineer (AJ) Annapolis Junction, MD **Onsite** Contract $50/hr - $80/hr We are seeking a highly skilled individual to join our team as a Platform Infrastructure Engineer. You will be responsible for the deployment and maintenance of several platforms supporting multiple applications. The role will involve collaborating with cross-functional teams and overseeing technical architecture while delivering scalable and reliable solutions. This job is onsite in Annapolis Junction, MD and requires an Active Secret Clearance. Specific Responsibilities: + Monitor and optimize system performance and implement corrective actions on current platform(s). + Experience in managing and maintaining application integration leveraging current networking concepts (TCP/IP, routing, firewalls) + Oversee and conduct regular cybersecurity vulnerability assessments and penetration testing. + Develop and maintain security incident response plans and procedures. + Develop and implement automation scripts and tools to streamline platform deployments, provisioning, and management tasks. + Deploy and manage machines with VMware, vCenter, Kickstart, Puppet, Foreman, and CIS-CAT + Manage and configure host-based security systems. + Experience with DevOps methodologies and tools, supporting Infrastructure as Code (IaC) within RHEL containers. + Use monitoring and logging tools, such as Prometheus, Grafana, ELK, IBM NetCool, and Solarwinds. + Patch and manage systems using Red Hat Satellite Server. + Provide hardware support for servers and workstations. + Experience/knowledge of cloud platforms such as AWS and Azure to manage, secure, and maintain the environment/platform infrastructure is a bonus, but not required. Project Specific Education and Experience: + At least 12 years of experience in the related field + Active Secret clearance. + Due to federal requirements, all candidates must be US Citizens without Dual Citizenship to another country. + This is an on-site position at a government facility. + Requires presence on-site five days per week in Annapolis Junction, MD. + Candidates must reside within a commutable distance. + Participation in a rotational on-call schedule for emergency page-outs is required. + Team player, fast learner with ability to work proactively and independently to support mission critical operations supporting geographically diverse locations. Preferred: + Red Hat Certified Specialist in OpenShift Administration **OR** Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) **OR** Red Hat Certified Architect (RHCA) **You will receive the following benefits:** + Medical Insurance - Four medical plans to choose from for you and your family + Dental & Orthodontia Benefits + Vision Benefits + Health Savings Account (HSA) + Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts + Voluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance + Hospital Indemnity Insurance + 401(k) including match with pre and post-tax options + Paid Sick Time Leave + Legal and Identity Protection Plans + Pre-tax Commuter Benefit + 529 College Saver Plan TG Federal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP’s Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. **Category:** + Infrastructure/Cloud