Platform Systems Engineer Rustburg, Virginia - Idea Entity

Position: Platform Systems Engineer

Work Location: Onsite, Rustburg, Virginia

Daily schedule: 40 hours per week, standard business hours

Expected Pay Rate: $52/hr to $62/hr, negotiable

Start: ASAP

Notes: No C2C, must be US Citizen or Green Card holder.

Overview: We are searching for an experienced and innovative Cyber-Savvy Platform Systems Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in platform systems engineering with a focus on cybersecurity. This role requires expertise in designing, implementing, and securing scalable and reliable platform systems. The Cyber-Savvy Platform Systems Engineer will play a key role in architecting and maintaining the infrastructure that supports our organization's critical platforms while ensuring robust cybersecurity measures are in place.

Requirements

Responsibilities:

1.     Platform Systems Engineering:

• Design, implement, and maintain scalable and reliable platform systems to support business-critical applications and services.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand platform requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Perform system integration, configuration, and testing to ensure seamless operation of platform systems.

2.     Cybersecurity Integration:

• Implement cybersecurity best practices and standards throughout the platform systems architecture.
• Conduct risk assessments and security reviews to identify potential vulnerabilities and develop mitigation strategies.
• Integrate security controls and mechanisms into platform systems to safeguard against cyber threats.

3.     Platform Automation and Orchestration:

• Develop and implement automation tools and scripts to streamline platform deployment, configuration, and maintenance tasks.
• Orchestrate platform systems using modern DevOps practices to achieve continuous integration and delivery (CI/CD) pipelines.
• Implement monitoring and alerting mechanisms to proactively identify and address performance and security issues.

4.     Incident Response and Forensics:

• Develop incident response plans and procedures to effectively respond to cybersecurity incidents.
• Conduct forensic analysis of security breaches to identify root causes and recommend preventive measures.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders to mitigate security incidents and minimize impact.

5.     Documentation and Knowledge Sharing:

• Maintain comprehensive documentation of platform system configurations, security policies, and procedures.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members on platform systems engineering and cybersecurity best practices.
• Facilitate knowledge sharing sessions and contribute to the continuous improvement of team processes and capabilities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field, advanced degree or relevant certifications (e.g., Sec+, CISSP, CEH, AWS Certified Solutions Architect) preferred.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in platform systems engineering, with a focus on cybersecurity.
• Proficiency in designing and implementing scalable platform architectures using cloud-based technologies (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, including secure system design, access control, encryption, and vulnerability management.
• Experience with containerization and orchestration platforms such as Docker, Kubernetes, and Terraform.
• Hands-on experience with cybersecurity tools and technologies such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, WAF, and endpoint security solutions.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues in platform systems.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.

At Idea Entity, our culture is centered around diversity and inclusion where our employees are valued and empowered. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.