Senior Platform Engineer

The role

This person will design, deploy, and scale offensive capabilities for a distributed cyber network operations platform. They will drive end-to-end systems engineering across on-premises and cloud-native infrastructure stacks.

What you will do

• Drive end-to-end systems engineering efforts across modern, secure, and flexible infrastructure stacks.
• Work at the intersection of hardware integration, infrastructure orchestration, secure systems configuration, and bespoke operational tools.
• Design and deploy scalable infrastructure to support distributed cyber operations.
• Ensure the reliability, performance, and rigorous security of all platform environments.

Required qualifications

• 5-10+ years of experience in systems engineering with a foundation in enterprise infrastructure, cybersecurity, or equivalent (or a related technical degree).
• Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph eligibility.
• Deep mastery of Linux administration (Ubuntu, RHEL) and familiarity with Windows/virtualized platforms.
• Expertise in secure routing protocols and network integration (BGP, OSPF, VPNs).
• Hands-on experience with configuration management tools like Ansible, PowerShell, or Bash.
• Current CCNA certification (or ability to obtain one within 90 days).
• Proficiency in modern DevSecOps, GitOps, and containerization (Docker, Podman).
• Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code utilities (Crossplane, Pulumi, Terraform).

Nice to have

• Experience with SDN, network virtualization, and automation in classified environments.
• Exposure to DoD/federal cybersecurity frameworks such as RMF and NIST 800-53.
• Familiarity with the Cyber Operations Domain and advanced threat detection.
• Experience writing automated tests for infrastructure components.
• Willingness to travel (CONUS/OCONUS) up to 25% annually for mission support.
• Comfortable working in SAPF/SCIF environments.
• Azure experience and/or relevant cloud certifications.

Benefits

• Performance-based bonuses
• Extensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Substantial paid time off and holidays
• Flexible work arrangements where possible
• Income protection benefits

About the company

Clarity Innovations is a national security partner delivering solutions to the Intelligence Community (IC) and Department of Defense (DoD). Their mission-first platform modernizes data operations using advanced workflows and secure DevSecOps practices.