> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/2548853-platform-operations-engineer-ii-active-security-clearance-required](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2548853-platform-operations-engineer-ii-active-security-clearance-required). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Platform Operations Engineer II - Active Security Clearance Required - **Company:** Akamai Technologies - **Location:** Phoenix, AZ, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $77,500.0 - $139,500.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Unix, Domain Name System (DNS), Hypertext Transfer Protocols (HTTP), Issue Tracking Systems, Network Architecture, Network Time Protocols, Akamai, SQL Databases, TCP/IP, Computer Network Operations, Service Stack - **Published:** August 6, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/2CA2635D61C143B78A3D827461F53E43/job/ ## About the Role * Have 5 years of experience and a Bachelor's degree or it's equivalent work experience * Demonstrate experience administering UNIX-based operating systems * Demonstrate experience working with fault detection, troubleshooting, trouble ticketing, escalation, and other related operational concepts and processes * Be able to understand and write SQL queries and show understanding of the following protocols: TCP/IP, DNS, NTP, and HTTP * Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, high level of attention to detail, excellent timeliness and dependability * Have an active Secret security clearance * Demonstrate the ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and take ownership of issues through resolution * Be able to work onsite Monday through Friday at our Cambridge, MA office ## Description The Akamai Defense team works across Akamai's technology stack. We strive to build and operate custom world-class systems and services for our Public Sector customers. Our Network Operations Command Center (NOCC) manages, monitors, and maintains Akamai's remote servers and network infrastructure. Partner with the best In this role, you will be continuously challenged to learn and apply new skills and knowledge. You will work with innovative technologies to contribute meaningfully to the organization as part of the team providing 24x7, 365 coverage for worldwide services. As a Platform Operations Engineer II, you will be responsible for: * Monitoring, troubleshooting, and correcting emerging platform problems through an alert driven workflow, emails, and phone calls * Collaborating with Engineers, System Architects, Infrastructure Vendors, and Customers to isolate problems, achieve resolution, and improve the operational stability of the platform * Updating and patching system software components and configurations * Documenting work performed in the trouble ticketing system for communication and review/learning purposes clearly and effectively * Developing and maintaining documentation, procedures and tools ## Related Videos - [What the Heck is Edge Computing Anyway?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/593-what-the-heck-is-edge-computing-anyway) - [Remote Driving on Plant Grounds with State-of-the-Art Cloud Technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/251-remote-driving-on-plant-grounds-with-state-of-the-art-cloud-technologies) - [An Applied Introduction to eBPF with Go](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1075-an-applied-introduction-to-ebpf-with-go) - [WeAreDevelopers LIVE - Node and Package Security](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2138-wearedevelopers-live-node-and-package-security) - [Turning Container security up to 11 with Capabilities](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/718-turning-container-security-up-to-11-with-capabilities) - [You can’t hack what you can’t see](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/41-you-can-t-hack-what-you-can-t-see) ## Related Articles - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [Dev Digest 134 - Where pixels sing?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/477-dev-digest-134-where-pixels-sing) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [The Best Job Search Websites of 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/368-the-best-job-search-websites-of-2025)