Platform Infrastructure Engineer

Maximus · Annapolis Junction, MD, US

Full-timeSenior$120,000 – $150,000Published Jul 21, 2026

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About the role

Maximus TCS (Technology and Consulting Services) Internal Job Profile Code: TCS202, T4, Band 7

Job-Specific Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Monitor and optimize system performance and implement corrective actions on current platform(s).
  • Experience in managing and maintaining application integration leveraging current networking concepts (TCP/IP, routing, firewalls).
  • Oversee and conduct regular cybersecurity vulnerability assessments and penetration testing.
  • Develop and maintain security incident response plans and procedures.
  • Develop and implement automation scripts and tools to streamline platform deployments, provisioning, and management tasks.
  • Deploy and manage machines with VMware, vCenter, Kickstart, Puppet, Foreman, and CIS-CAT.
  • Manage and configure host-based security systems.
  • Experience with DevOps methodologies and tools, supporting Infrastructure as Code (IaC) within RHEL containers.
  • Use monitoring and logging tools, such as Prometheus, Grafana, ELK, IBM NetCool, and Solarwinds.
  • Patch and manage systems using Red Hat Satellite Server.
  • Provide hardware support for servers and workstations.
  • Experience/knowledge of cloud platforms such as AWS and Azure to manage, secure, and maintain the environment/platform infrastructure is a bonus, but not required.

Job-Specific Minimum Requirements:

  • At least 12 years of experience in the related field.
  • Active Secret clearance.
  • Due to federal requirements, all candidates must be US Citizens without Dual Citizenship to another country.
  • This is an on-site position at a government facility.
  • Requires presence on-site five days per week in Annapolis Junction, MD.
  • Candidates must reside within a commutable distance.
  • Participation in a rotational on-call schedule for emergency page-outs is required.
  • Team player, fast learner with ability to work proactively and independently to support mission critical operations supporting geographically diverse locations.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

  • Red Hat Certified Specialist in OpenShift Administration OR Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) OR Red Hat Certified Architect (RHCA).

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Minimum Requirements

TCS202, T4, Band 7

EEO Statement

Maximus is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics.

Pay Transparency

Maximus compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to job location, a candidate's education, training, experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value analysis including seniority and merit systems, as well as internal pay alignment. Annual salary is just one component of Maximus's total compensation package. Other rewards may include short- and long-term incentives as well as program-specific awards. Additionally, Maximus provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off. Compensation ranges may differ based on contract value but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience. An applicant's salary history will not be used in determining compensation. Maximus will comply with regulatory minimum wage rates and exempt salary thresholds in all instances.

Accommodations
Maximus provides reasonable accommodations to individuals requiring assistance during any phase of the employment process due to a disability, medical condition, or physical or mental impairment. If you require assistance at any stage of the employment process-including accessing job postings, completing assessments, or participating in interviews,-please contact People Operations at applicantaccom@maximus.com .

Minimum Salary
$120,000.00

Maximum Salary
$150,000.00

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Skills

  • Python
  • Go
  • Java
  • SQL
  • Bash
  • Terraform
  • Ansible
  • Docker
  • Kubernetes
  • Prometheus
  • Grafana
  • AWS
  • Azure
  • Penetration Testing

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