Platform Infrastructure Engineer
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Job description
We are searching for a Platform Infrastructure Engineer to support future opportunities. The person in this role will install, configure, optimize, and validate scientific platforms and underlying on-premises and cloud-based infrastructure to ensure high availability, security, and performance for biomedical research and laboratory automation. This position will be based in Bethesda, MD.
- Design, implement, and optimize platform infrastructure, including migrating from legacy on-premise solutions to cloud environments (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform) with high reliability and scalability.
- Install and configure high-throughput screening (HTS) platforms, Automated Compound Management Systems, and platform components.
- Set up and maintain networking equipment, cloud platform resources, and high-performance computing (HPC) clusters supporting scientific platforms.
- Perform platform validation, integration testing, and maintain audit-ready documentation, including support for Authority to Operate (ATO) processes.
- Implement and maintain monitoring, backup/restore, and change control processes using tools such as Nagios, Ganglia, XDMoD, and SIEMs.
- Apply industry-standard and NIH-mandated security measures, conduct vulnerability assessments, and ensure compliance with NIST, CIS, and other frameworks.
- Automate deployment workflows using tools like Ansible, Terraform, and Packer.
- Collaborate with vendors, researchers, and internal teams for upgrades, lifecycle management, and solution transitions.
- Lead quarterly patch cycles and coordinate with external stakeholders.
- Support troubleshooting, diagnostics, and technical support for scientific platforms.
Requirements
- Bachelor degree in Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field.
- A minimum of TWO (2) years of platform engineering or systems integration experience; experience with cloud services and HPC environments preferred.
- Experience with laboratory automation and regulated change/configuration management.
- Familiarity with scripting (PowerShell, Python, Bash, Ruby) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
- Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices, zero trust architecture, and compliance frameworks (NIST, CIS, ISO 2700 Series).
- Experience with monitoring, ITSM tools (ServiceNow, Remedy), and infrastructure as code.
What Would Be Nice To Have:
- Experience supporting cloud services (AWS EC2, EKS, IAM, S3, RDS, etc.).
- Knowledge of HPC architecture, performance optimization, and scientific workflow support.
- Strong communication, documentation, and multitasking skills.
Benefits & conditions
The annual salary range for this position is $65,000.00-$108,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.
What We Offer:
Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.
Benefits include:
- Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
- Parental Leave
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Group Term Life and Travel Assistance
- Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
- Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
- Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities
- Employee Referral Program
- Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
- Care.com annual membership
- Employee Assistance Program
- Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)
- Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
About Guidehouse
Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer-Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.
Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.
