--- title: 'Hybrid Multi-Cloud Engineer SME at Platinum Technologies' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/hybrid-multi-cloud-engineer-sme-platinum-technologies-fort-belvoir-va-or-2rxkz049cbyk' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-10-30' --- # Hybrid Multi-Cloud Engineer SME at Platinum Technologies - **Company:** Platinum Technologies - **Location:** Fort Belvoir VA OR Albuquerque, NM - **Compensation:** $160k–$170k - **Employment:** full-time - **Work type:** onsite - **Posted:** 2026-10-28 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-30 - **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/pt78/25fb6a52-74ac-4c95-9e6e-f650d9314002 ## Job description Who we are. Platinum Technologies is a Northern Virginia based integrated solutions firm that specializes in PaaS, Cybersecurity & AI Platform development for the Defense and Federal Sectors. Our team solves hard problems and helps our Mission Partners achieve their goals. If you are self-motivated, possess demonstrated learning agility, and are passionate about delivering high-quality work products – we want to hear from you. We lead with technical expertise, but that is just the tip of the iceberg – the ‘Why’ matters. At Platinum, we don’t hire people to just do a job. We provide professional and leadership development to complement our self-motivated domain experts. Our teammates are dot-connecting leaders that operate in a mutually accountable environment to deliver thought leadership, expert technical analysis, and quality execution for our clients. You. Platinum Technologies currently has an opportunity for a Hybrid Multi-Cloud Engineer SME to support mission-critical DoD programs. This role will lead the architecture, engineering, implementation, and sustainment of secure hybrid cloud solutions across Microsoft Azure and AWS, combining strategic design with hands-on engineering and collaboration across technical and cybersecurity teams. This role is located in Fort Belvoir, VA or Albuquerque, NM. Candidate must hold an active DoD TS/SCI clearance at the time of hire. What you get to do. - Architect, design, engineer, and implement secure hybrid cloud solutions using Microsoft Azure and AWS. - Design and deploy greenfield cloud environments to support DoD mission requirements. - Develop secure, scalable, resilient cloud architectures aligned with DoD cybersecurity guidance and Zero Trust principles. - Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform, Azure Bicep, ARM Templates, CloudFormation, or equivalent tools. - Design and administer Microsoft Intune, Defender for Endpoint, Defender for Server, Defender for Cloud, Microsoft Purview, and Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD). - Engineer secure network integrations between on-premises infrastructure and Azure and AWS environments. - Implement cloud-native monitoring, logging, backup, disaster recovery, and security services. - Automate cloud deployments and operations with PowerShell, Python, Azure CLI, AWS CLI, or similar tools. - Collaborate with cybersecurity, systems engineering, networking, and application development teams. - Support accreditation and compliance with DoD security policies, NIST guidance, and the Risk Management Framework (RMF). - Evaluate emerging cloud technologies and recommend solutions that support mission objectives. - Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior cloud engineers as needed. Required Skills. - Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related technical discipline with 12+ years of relevant experience; additional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. - Active DoD TS/SCI clearance at the time of hire. - Current DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level II certification (Security+, CySA+, CCNA Security, or equivalent). - Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert certification. - At least five years of experience architecting and implementing enterprise cloud solutions. - Extensive experience designing and deploying Microsoft Azure infrastructure and platform services. - Demonstrated experience architecting hybrid cloud environments integrating on-premises systems with Azure and AWS. - Hands-on experience administering Microsoft Intune, Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, Microsoft Purview, and Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD). - Experience with enterprise endpoint security, device compliance, application deployment, endpoint configuration, data governance, information protection, and DLP. - Experience with IaC tools such as Terraform, Azure Bicep, ARM Templates, or CloudFormation. - Experience automating cloud administration using PowerShell, Python, Bash, Azure CLI, and/or AWS CLI. - Strong understanding of cloud networking, enterprise security, Zero Trust, NIST cybersecurity guidance, and RMF. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to work in dynamic, mission-focused engineering teams. - Familiarity with cloud-connected endpoints, remote users, virtual devices, and non-persistent endpoints. The Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, race, color, religious creed, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sex, sexual orientation/gender identity, age, or genetic information. r identity, age, or genetic information. ## About Platinum Technologies ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: Platinum Technologies is a technology services firm that delivers cyber, AI, cloud, and digital modernization solutions primarily to U.S. government clients (DoD, Federal Civilian, and Local Government). - **Entity Type**: Private (Privately Held) - **Headquarters**: Falls Church, Virginia, United States (with offices in Tampa Bay and Washington) - **Founded**: 2020 - **Founders**: Jermon Bafaty (CEO) and Joel Shuler ## Core Business - Primary industry: IT Services and IT Consulting - Target customers: B2G (Business-to-Government) – specifically U.S. Department of Defense, Federal Civilian agencies, and Local Government - Mission statement: “To become the talent hub for technology-minded innovators that are motivated to solve hard problems, deliver complex solutions for our customers, and model citizenship for society.” ## Products & Services - **Artificial Intelligence**: Automation and data analysis solutions built on RPA and AI to yield robust business insights. - **Cyber Operations**: Information assurance and Zero Trust solutions that identify threats and protect critical infrastructure; network and systems engineering for resilient architectures. - **Data Solutions**: Modernizing siloed, purpose-built data systems and engineering solutions for a more virtual world. - **Digital Modernization**: Modernizing legacy applications and infrastructure using low-code/no-code technologies and cloud engineering. - **Information Assurance**: Cybersecurity solutions that drive resiliency across a complex attack surface. - **Integrated Systems**: Platform as a Service implementations to improve end-user experience and standardize service management. - **Low Code Development**: Efficiently fielding software products across Waterfall and DevSecOps environments. ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly available (private company) - **Key Metric**: Headcount of 32 employees (as of latest data, +7.7% YoY); LinkedIn followers 1,398 (monthly +1.7%, yearly +33.4%) - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Over 90% of customers are responsible for fielding technology capability to their stakeholders; clients include DoD, Federal Civilian, and Local Government. Program management team is SAFe® trained and PMP® certified. - **Growth Signals**: Consistent headcount growth, increasing LinkedIn presence, and expansion of service lines in AI and cloud. The company reports that “our team has set the pace for deploying capability to our DoD, Federal Civilian and Local Government clients.” ## Competitive Advantages - Deep specialization in U.S. government contracting with a focus on national security and mission-critical systems. - High quality/low risk delivery reputation – “The Platinum Technologies brand is synonymous with uncompromising accountability and quality execution.” - Experienced operators with certifications in AWS, Azure DevOps, Linux, and virtualization. - Ability to modernize purpose-built legacy systems that are traditionally siloed and built for specific mission problem sets. ## Strategic Focus - Current priorities include expanding AI and automation capabilities, strengthening Zero Trust cybersecurity offerings, and scaling cloud engineering and low-code development. - Continued investment in talent development and certifications to maintain a highly skilled workforce. - Growth in remote work options to attract a broader talent pool while maintaining on-site presence at key government locations (Herndon, VA; Fort Meade, MD; Tampa Bay). ## Why Work Here - Culture: Innovative, collaborative, and result-oriented environment that encourages thinking outside the box and continuous learning. - Remote/Hybrid: Remote work options available; the company embraces flexibility and uses cutting-edge collaboration tools to keep teams connected. - Benefits: Medical, vision, and dental insurance; $500 annual wellness reimbursement; voluntary life insurance; hospital, accident & critical illness insurance; tuition & certification reimbursement up to $5,000 annually; 120 hours PTO (rollover up to 240) plus 8 paid holidays and 3 floating holidays; 401(k) with annual discretionary match. - Career Development: Comprehensive training program, mentorship initiatives, and opportunities for professional growth. The company states, “We don’t hire people to do a job. We provide the professional and leadership development to complement our self-motivated domain experts.” - Equal Opportunity Employer: Merit-based, performance-driven workplace with commitment to diversity and inclusion. ## Sources 1. [pt78.co/who-we-are](https://www.pt78.co/who-we-are) 2. [pt78.co/careers](https://www.pt78.co/careers) 3. [jobs.lever.co/pt78](https://jobs.lever.co/pt78) 4. [linkedin.com/company/pt78co](https://linkedin.com/company/pt78co) 5. 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