Platform Engineer/Architect, SME
Senior platform engineer/architect supporting DFAS's Common Computing Environment NIPRNet enclave: leading cloud/hybrid migration to DoD-certified clouds, Zero Trust redesign, IPv6 transition, technology roadmapping, and Tier 3 support. Core stack is Windows Server, Azure, VMware/Nutanix, SCOM/MECM, and SQL. Active Secret clearance and US citizenship required.
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- Indianapolis
- Work setup
- Not specified
- Seniority
- Senior
- Employment
- Contract
- Experience
- 10+ years
- Category
- Devops
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- 10+ years enterprise systems architecture experience
- Expert-level Windows Server administration (AZ-801/AZ-802 certification)
- Expert-level security architecture (CISSP certification)
- Experience with NIPRNet unclassified network environments
- Proficiency in SQL, SCOM, MECM, virtualization (VMware/Nutanix), and Directory Services
- Experience with Azure cloud migration and hybrid environments
- Knowledge of IPv6 implementation and transition
- Experience developing technology roadmaps and architecture documentation
- Demonstrated Zero Trust Network Architecture implementation experience
- Active Secret security clearance
- United States citizenship and ability to pass a background check
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or related field
- Microsoft Azure AZ-801 & AZ-802 certifications
- CISSP or equivalent certification
Nice to have
- Azure Solutions Architect certification
- VMware VCP or equivalent virtualization certification
- Experience with DFAS financial systems infrastructure
- Prior DoD cloud migration experience
- FedRAMP/FISMA compliance experience
- Knowledge of DISA STIGs and security hardening
- Experience with emerging technologies (AI/ML, automation)
Full description
FEDITC, LLC is a fast-growing business supporting DoD and other intelligence agencies worldwide. FEDITC develops mission critical national security systems throughout the world directly supporting the Warfighter, DoD Leadership, & the country. We are proud & honored to provide these services.
Overview of position:
We are looking for a Platform Engineer/Architect, SME to provide senior-level platform engineering, infrastructure modernization, and Tier 3 technical support for the DFAS Common Computing Environment (CCE) NIPRNet unclassified enclave. This role focuses on cloud migration, hybrid infrastructure, Zero Trust architecture, technology planning, and ensuring compliance with DoD cybersecurity standards.
An active Secret security clearance and a United States Citizenship is required to be considered for this position.Responsibilities
- Provide senior-level platform engineering support for DFAS CCE NIPRNet unclassified enclave
- Process CCE priority Tier 3 DFASNow support tickets achieving 95% worked-by-priority compliance
- Support CCE Change Control Board (CCB) with 95% on-time inputs
- Lead technology planning and develop ITI 5-Year Roadmap & Architecture (due 60 days after award, then annually)
- Engineer solutions for CCE movement to DoD certified cloud solutions and hybrid environments
- Evaluate CCE infrastructure for cost reduction, service improvement, and capability enhancement
- Reengineer CCE infrastructure to meet next generation architecture protocols and Zero Trust Network Architecture
- Conduct tuning activities achieving 90% on-schedule compliance
- Support IPv6 processing achieving 100% validation compliance
Experience/Skills:
- 10+ years enterprise systems architecture experience
- Expert-level Windows Server administration (AZ801-802 certification)
- Expert-level security architecture (CISSP certification)
- Experience with NIPRNet unclassified network environments
- Proficiency in: SQL, SCOM, MECM, Virtualization (VMware/Nutanix), Directory Services
- Experience with Azure cloud migration and hybrid environments
- Knowledge of IPv6 implementation and transition
- Experience developing technology roadmaps and architecture documentation
- Demonstrated Zero Trust Network Architecture implementation experience
Preferred Qualification:
- Azure Solutions Architect certification