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title: 'Cloud Infrastructure Engineer at Game Plan Tech'
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# Cloud Infrastructure Engineer at Game Plan Tech

- **Company:** Game Plan Tech
- **Location:** Washington, DC
- **Posted:** 2026-04-20
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-11
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/gameplantech/jobs/4056534009

## Job description

Cloud Infrastructure Engineer

Location - Washington, D.C.

## Role Overview

We're seeking an experienced Cloud Infrastructure Engineer with a strong background in Google Cloud Platform (GCP) to design, implement, and manage our cloud infrastructure. You will play a critical role in ensuring the scalability, reliability, and security of our systems, particularly within a federal context. You will leverage your expertise in Terraform, Ansible, and Kubernetes to automate and orchestrate our cloud environment.

Desired Qualifications

- Proven Experience: 3+ years of experience in designing, implementing, and managing cloud infrastructure on GCP, preferably in a federal environment.
- Bachelor's degree or commensurate technical certificate in a technical field
- GCP Expertise: Deep understanding of GCP services, networking, security, and best practices. GCP certification is highly desired.
- Automation Skills: Proficiency in Terraform and Ansible for infrastructure as code and configuration management.
- Containerization: Hands-on experience with Kubernetes for container orchestration and management.
- Security Focus: Understanding of federal security standards and compliance requirements, with the ability to implement appropriate security measures.
- Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills to diagnose and resolve complex issues.
- Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills to collaborate effectively with various teams.
- Federal Experience: Prior experience working in a federal environment, understanding specific compliance and security requirements.
- Professional Google Cloud Platform certification
- Scripting: Proficiency in scripting languages like Python or Bash for automation tasks.
- CI/CD: Experience with continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.
- Cloud Networking: Deep understanding of cloud networking concepts, including VPCs, subnets, routing, and firewalls.

What we are looking for in a strong candidate

- Cloud certifications in the area of architecture, data engineering, and/or machine learning
- Background working with government technology projects and programs
- Empathy and Respect: Demonstrated ability to connect with stakeholders, valuing their input, and understanding the nuances of their needs and challenges

## Key Responsibilities

- Design and Implement Cloud Infrastructure: Design and implement scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud infrastructure solutions on GCP, adhering to federal security and compliance requirements.
- Automation and Orchestration: Utilize Terraform and Ansible to automate the provisioning, configuration, and management of cloud resources, ensuring consistency and repeatability.
- Container Orchestration: Manage and deploy containerized applications using Kubernetes, optimizing resource utilization and ensuring high availability.
- Monitoring and Troubleshooting: Implement robust monitoring and logging solutions to proactively identify and resolve performance issues, security threats, and system outages.
- Security and Compliance: Ensure that cloud infrastructure adheres to federal security standards and compliance regulations, implementing appropriate access controls, encryption, and data protection measures.
- Collaboration: Work closely with development teams, security teams, and other stakeholders to ensure the seamless integration and operation of cloud services.

Why Game Plan Tech?

Join a dynamic and growing team at Game Plan Tech, dedicated to empowering public sector organizations with best-in-class Google solutions. We foster a collaborative environment where you can make a significant impact, drive innovation for our clients, and advance your career.

Game Plan Tech is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We value diversity and are committed to ensuring a respectful, inclusive, and supportive environment for all employees, contractors, and applicants.

If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or employment, please contact hr@gameplan.tech.

## About Game Plan Tech

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Game Plan Tech is a mission-driven technology consulting firm that builds secure, scalable cloud and AI systems for U.S. government agencies.
- **Entity Type**: Private (Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business)
- **Headquarters**: Reston, Virginia, USA (also listed as Great Falls, VA)
- **Founded**: April 2023
- **Founders**: Christian Burbach (Co-Founder & CEO), Sean Maday (Co-Founder)

## Core Business
- **Primary Industry**: Government Technology Consulting, Cloud Infrastructure, AI/ML Services
- **Target Customers**: U.S. Federal Government agencies (B2G)
- **Mission**: A mission-driven technology firm with deep engineering expertise helping government teams access the technologies that drive innovation while increasing efficiency, performance, and security.

## Products & Services
- **Cloud Infrastructure Engineering**: Design, deployment, and management of secure, scalable cloud environments (AWS, GCP, Azure) including landing zones, redundancy, and disaster recovery.
- **AI & Machine Learning Deployment**: Helping government adopt commercial AI capabilities, including generative AI agent development to automate workflows and double/ triple team productivity.
- **Cloud-Native Software Development**: Custom cloud-based application development ensuring high-performing, scalable, and modern user-friendly tools.
- **Software Modernization**: Transformation of critical legacy systems into modern languages, harnessing AI to efficiently convert codebases.
- **Security & Compliance Alignment**: Solutions that meet stringent federal cybersecurity and compliance standards, including ATO (Authority to Operate) achievement.
- **Strategic Technology Consulting**: Discovery & strategy, mission needs assessment, and creation of clear project roadmaps.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly available
- **Key Metric**: Total employees approximately 51 (as of mid-2025), with monthly headcount growth of +10.9%
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Not disclosed (privately held; founders include Christian Burbach and Sean Maday)
- **Growth Signals**: Rapid scaling from founding in 2023 to ~51 employees; 70% of workforce is technical; high LinkedIn follower growth (+11.2% monthly); active hiring across multiple engineering roles; alumni include talent from Google, Defense Unicorns, Parsons Corporation

## Competitive Advantages
- **Government Expertise**: Deep specialization in federal compliance and security mandates (ATO), with SBA certifications as SDVOSB and VOSB — a significant barrier to entry.
- **AI-Native Approach**: First-principles thinking to adopt emerging AI capabilities for government, including generative AI agents — a differentiating focus in the govtech space.
- **Outcomes-Based Model**: Partners accountable for delivering tangible, functional results, not hours billed — reduces vendor lock-in risk for clients.
- **Veteran-Led**: Leadership with service-disabled veteran background builds trust and cultural alignment with government clients.

## Strategic Focus
- **Growth**: Aggressively scaling engineering and AI talent to meet growing federal demand for cloud modernization and AI integration.
- **Product Direction**: Doubling down on generative AI agent development, cloud-native application delivery, and secure, compliant infrastructure for government.
- **Market Expansion**: Presence in Australia indicates potential international government market ambitions; continued expansion within U.S. federal agencies.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: High-performing engineering culture with mission focus; described as hiring "exceptional engineers" who are "aggressively curious about emerging technology."
- **Remote/Hybrid Policy**: Options to work remotely with limited in-office requirements; one role (Operations & Systems Analyst) explicitly listed as "Remote USA."
- **Perks & Benefits**:
  - Unlimited PTO and time off for all federal holidays
  - 100% employer-paid health care premiums with dental & vision
  - Life insurance with short- and long-term disability coverage
  - 401k with auto 3% employer contribution plus annual profit sharing contribution
  - Paid training and professional certifications
- **Team Composition**: 70% technical staff (engineers, data scientists, security); strong emphasis on professional development and thought leadership.

## Sources
1. [gameplan.tech](https://gameplan.tech/)
2. [gameplan.tech/careers](https://gameplan.tech/careers/)
3. [LinkedIn - Game Plan Tech](https://www.linkedin.com/company/gameplan-tech)
4. [Greenhouse - Game Plan Tech Jobs](https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/gameplantech)
5. [HigherGov - Game Plan Tech LLC](https://www.highergov.com/awardee/game-plan-tech-llc-476530176/)

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