Forward Deployed Infrastructure Engineer

Job Description

We’re seeking a skilled Forward Deployed Infrastructure Engineer to support the development and deployment of next-generation data management and artificial intelligence platforms supporting mission-critical environments.

As a Forward Deployed Infrastructure Engineer, you will work on-site with customers to deploy, configure, integrate, and troubleshoot secure infrastructure within operational environments. This role combines hands-on infrastructure engineering with direct customer engagement and requires strong experience with Linux, containerized environments, automation, DevSecOps, and secure deployments.

Responsibilities

Design and implement cloud and platform infrastructure.

Develop Infrastructure as Code using Pulumi or Terraform.

Build and maintain GitLab CI/CD and DevSecOps pipelines.

Deploy and support workloads in AWS cloud and air-gapped environments.

Deploy, configure, and troubleshoot infrastructure within customer environments.

Support RHEL/Linux-based platforms using Kubernetes, Podman, Docker, and Helm.

Monitor applications and services using tools such as OpenTelemetry, Sentry, and SigNoz.

Implement and maintain cybersecurity compliance controls and policies, including CMMC requirements.

Manage secrets, configurations, and secure deployment processes.

Partner directly with customer engineering teams to integrate, test, and resolve infrastructure issues.

Support deployments, upgrades, and mission execution at customer sites.

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Required Skills

Required Qualifications

Active Secret clearance.

Experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) and Linux system administration.

Demonstrated experience with Infrastructure as Code tools such as Pulumi or Terraform.

Extensive experience with Docker and Kubernetes.

Experience with Podman and Helm.

Experience building and maintaining CI/CD and DevSecOps pipelines utilizing GitLab CI/CD, GitHub Actions, or similar tooling.

Proficiency with AWS and/or other cloud service providers.

Experience with scripting and automation using Bash, Python, Go, or TypeScript.

Strong understanding of networking concepts and cloud networking architectures.

Experience working with cybersecurity compliance frameworks such as CMMC, PCI, or SOC.

Familiarity with Single Sign-On (SSO) and Identity Providers (IdP) such as Authentik and Keycloak.

Experience deploying and supporting workloads in air-gapped environments.

Experience managing and supporting self-hosted infrastructure and bare metal environments.

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Desired Skills

Preferred Qualifications

Experience supporting classified DoD or government environments.

Experience supporting Kubernetes clusters in classified or disconnected environments.

Experience with Podman and rootless container deployments.

Experience with AWS GovCloud or other secure cloud environments.

Experience working directly with government or DoD customers in operational environments.

Experience supporting deployments, integrations, upgrades, and troubleshooting at customer sites.

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About BOAB Ventures

BOAB Ventures is a premier recruiting firm specializing in connecting top-tier talent with major corporations. With a focus on cleared positions and corporate roles, we excel in identifying and placing highly skilled professionals in industries where precision, expertise, and discretion are paramount. Our commitment to excellence ensures that both employers and candidates find the perfect match to achieve their goals.