207889 - Platform Engineer 3
Industry
IT
Region
AL-Alabama
City
Huntsville
State
AL
Rate
$DOE
Duration
12 Months
Description


Chipton-Ross is seeking a Platform Engineer 3 for a contract opportunity in Huntsville, AL

*This position is 100% ONSITE.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
A Platform Engineer on this team supports the development of a virtualized system used to support multiple types of tests and development activities on the program, utilizing modern tools such as Ansible, Terraform, vSphere, and eSXI.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
Develops and configures virtualization artifacts using Industry Standard tools and security recommendations
Rapid prototyping of a variety of virtualized systems and sub-systems
Write/debug PowerShell/BASH/Python scripts
Create, Configure, Deploy virtual machines in both Linux & Windows
Troubleshoot Virtual Machine security/networking configuration
Develop documentation detailing software and system components
Develop Terraform playbooks to create/destroy virtual environments
Develop Ansible playbooks to configure virtual systems

HARD REQUIREMENTS:
If hired, successful completion of training is a contingency for this assignment.

REQUIRED SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:
Cybersecurity IAT/IAM Level 2 Certificate or higher

DESIRED SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:
3+ years of experience developing and debugging scripts in PowerShell/BASH
Experience with Ansible and Terraform
3+ year experience with Virtualization technologies (Creation, Deployment, and Configuration)
Strong understanding of physical and virtual networking
Strong understanding of Linux and Windows configuration
Experience configuring continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines with Git or similar version control tools
Experience working in fully virtualized environments
Ability to solve technical problems without step-by-step documentation
Highly motivated to learn new skills
Experience performing Verification and Validation (V&V) of hardware/software systems along with integration and unit testing
Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently and manage multiple activities simultaneously

EDUCATION:
Minimum of a Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 5 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g. Master). In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard. Accredited Bachelor Degree and/or Military experience and/or Combination of education and work experience equivalent to 9 years.

TRAVEL: YES
Possible Domestic travel

FULL TIME/FIRST SHIFT
WORK HOURS: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

MISCELLANEOUS:
Applicants responding to this position will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements by currently possessing the ability to view classified government information.

Employment will be contingent on clearing a drug screen and background check. Both must clear prior to start date.

Contact
Taj Johnson
tjohnson@chiptonross.com
CHIPTON-ROSS, INC.
420 Culver Boulevard
Playa Del Rey, CA 90293

Phone: (310) 414-7800 x283 or (800) 927-9318 x283

Candidates responding to this posting must currently possess the eligibility to work in the United States. No third parties please.

Employment will be contingent on candidate clearing pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Chipton-Ross provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, State or local law. This policy governs all areas of employment at Chipton-Ross, including recruiting, hiring, training, assignment, promotions, compensation, benefits, discipline, and terminations.