Platform Engineer - Orchestration Expert

At MANTECH, we are looking for a passionate and skilled Platform/Orchestration Engineer to join our dynamic team in Annapolis Junction, MD. In this role, you will be instrumental in designing, modernizing, and maintaining the vital infrastructure that drives our cyber operations. We offer a collaborative environment where you can contribute to the future of operational platforms. Our team is dedicated to fostering innovation through automation and cloud-native architecture while adhering to DevSecOps principles. Join us to help ensure our operators have access to high-performance, secure, and reliable tools.

- Bachelors Degree with 9+ years of experience; or High School Diploma/GED with 13+ years of experience; or Associates Degree with 11+ years of experience; or Masters Degree with 7+ years of experience; or PhD with 5+ years of experience
- Proficient in KVM/QEMU, VMware ESXi, or Hyper-V for managing kernel-level virtualization and emulated hardware
- In-depth knowledge of Kubernetes (K8s) and Docker
- Experienced with automation tools such as Terraform, Ansible, or CloudFormation
- Strong understanding of the DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF) and experience using eMASS
- Active TS/SCI CI poly clearance and U.S. citizenship required

- Design and maintain mission platforms, operational planning tools, and visualization interfaces
- Lead the migration of legacy systems to commercial, private, and hybrid cloud platforms utilizing technologies like Kubernetes, KVM/QEMU, and VMware
- Develop containerized environments to enhance the agility and scalability of cyber operations
- Conduct technical maintenance for mission-critical networks to ensure continuous availability and optimal performance
- Construct and uphold high-fidelity lab environments, simulators, and test ranges to assess prototype systems
- Provide tier-level support to ensure the integrity of data, communications, and system performance for all range and lab users
- Employ automated orchestration and delivery pathways to manage Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform and Ansible