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Integration Innovation, Inc.

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Software Engineering
  • Huntsville

AI generated summary

  • You need a relevant degree or 5+ years of IT experience, expertise in infrastructure, scripting, and networking, 5+ years in Platform Engineering, Security+ certification, and a Secret clearance.
  • You will collaborate with the development team, architect platform infrastructure, implement deployment processes, maintain security, monitor performance, and suggest improvements.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Information Systems, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related technical field preferred. (5 additional years of relevant IT experience will be considered in lieu of Degree)
  • Strong understanding of infrastructure technologies, including virtualization, containerization, and cloud computing.
  • Experience with configuration management tools and automation frameworks.
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Well-versed in networking principles and protocols.
  • Solid understanding of storage technologies and best practices for managing storage resources.
  • Proficiency in scripting and programming languages.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills, excellent interpersonal skills, the ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure and manage time effectively in a changing environment.
  • Ability to operate within a collaborative team framework.
  • Minimum of 5 years of Platform Engineering experience
  • Minimum of 7 years of IT related experience
  • CompTIA Security+ CE
  • Secret clearance or the ability to obtain one.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with software development team members to determine needs and requirements; ensure that the platform can support applicable workloads.
  • Architect platform infrastructure; considering scalability, fault tolerance, and security; Build, Implement, and maintain necessary platform components.
  • Implement deployment processes for platform components; leverage tools and frameworks to automate provisioning, configuration management, and deployment.
  • Maintain a deep understanding of various infrastructure technologies.
  • Leverage appropriate tools and techniques to proactively identify and address any issues that may impact the platform’s performance.
  • Conduct platform statistics; monitoring platform use and performance.
  • Engage and collaborate with other IT Team members to ensure operational continuity.
  • Establish and maintain CI/CD pipelines that enable seamless software delivery.
  • Implement appropriate security measures to protect against unauthorized access, breaches, and other potential risks; regularly monitor and assess the security of the platform and stay informed about any changes and/or regulations required for adherence.
  • Prepare documentation and utilize knowledge sharing techniques.
  • Comply with standard company policies and procedures.
  • Work effectively on team projects, communicating properly and providing status.
  • Recognize necessary improvements and makes suggestions.

FAQs

What is the primary role of a Platform Architect at i3?

The primary role of a Platform Architect at i3 is to design, build, and maintain toolsets, systems, and workflows that support and simplify the underlying infrastructure systems, ensuring they are efficient and scalable to meet the needs of development organizations.

What are some key responsibilities of the Platform Architect?

Key responsibilities include collaborating with the software development team to assess needs, architecting platform infrastructure for scalability and security, implementing deployment processes, maintaining platform performance through monitoring, establishing CI/CD pipelines, and implementing security measures.

What qualifications are required for the Platform Architect position?

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in a related field (or 5 additional years of relevant IT experience in lieu), strong understanding of infrastructure technologies, experience with configuration management tools, proficiency in scripting languages, and a minimum of 5 years of platform engineering experience along with 7 years of overall IT experience.

Is a degree mandatory for this position?

A degree is preferred, but it is not mandatory. Candidates with 5 additional years of relevant IT experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

What certifications are required for this role?

A CompTIA Security+ CE certification is required, along with the ability to attain a Secret clearance.

What skills should a candidate possess to effectively work as a Platform Architect?

Candidates should possess strong problem-solving and analytical skills, a deep understanding of infrastructure technologies including virtualization and cloud computing, excellent communication skills, and proficiency in scripting or programming languages.

How does the Platform Architect collaborate with the IT team?

The Platform Architect engages and collaborates with other IT Team members to ensure operational continuity, communicates project status, and recognizes necessary improvements to make suggestions.

What is the importance of CI/CD pipelines in this role?

Establishing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines is critical as it enables seamless software delivery, ensuring that deployments are efficient, consistent, and can be automated.

What kind of work environment should a Platform Architect be prepared for?

A Platform Architect should be prepared to work in a collaborative team environment, managing time effectively under pressure and adapting to changes as necessary.

Are there any specific technologies the Platform Architect should be familiar with?

Yes, the Platform Architect should have a strong understanding of virtualization, containerization, cloud computing, networking principles, storage technologies, and modern configuration management and automation frameworks.

Integration Innovation, Inc.

i3 is 100% team member owned company specializing in Virtual Training, C5ISR, and Cyber & Systems Engineering.

Defence & Aerospace
Industry
501-1000
Employees
2007
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

i3 is a 100% team member owned technically diverse business solving the Nation’s toughest problems. Headquartered in Huntsville, Alabama, i3 is focused on providing superior engineering, training, analytical and technology development services to our Government and commercial customers. We strive to create a positive environment that enriches the lives of our team members through a commitment to excellence, with the intent to identify emerging needs, encourage innovation, and make a meaningful impact on our Nation, its allies, and our community. Our team members have a diverse set of technical specialties and capabilities, including: • Full Life-Cycle/C5 Engineering Services • Cyber Security & IT Innovative Solutions • Interactive Multimedia Instruction • UAS & Intelligence Training • Warfighter Readiness/Training & Education • Launch/Operations Crew Training • Digital Missile Simulation • Software & Security Engineering