Kubernetes SME will be impactful to the mission of Department of Defense Combatant Command, US Central Command. This position will play a crucial role in enabling DevSecOps, CI/CD, and mission-ready application deployment through Kubernetes, Docker, and emerging DoD container technologies.
- Serve as the technical lead for all Kubernetes-related initiatives across enclaves.
- Architect, deploy, and manage Kubernetes clusters and container runtimes.
- Support container security, RBAC, compliance (e.g., STIG, RMF), and image scanning using DoD-approved tools (e.g., Trivy).
- Collaborate with DevSecOps engineers to integrate Kubernetes into CI/CD pipelines (Gitlab).
- Design and support container orchestration for microservices and legacy modernization efforts.
- Contribute to Zero Trust Architecture enforcement within Kubernetes workloads.
- Provide mentorship and technical guidance to team members and support ATO documentation.
Qualification:
Experience:
- 5+ years of hands-on experience in containerization and orchestration (Kubernetes, Docker).
Technical skills:
- Experience in containerization and orchestration (Kubernetes, Docker).
- Deep knowledge of IaC tools (Terraform, Helm, Ansible) and GitOps best practices.
- Applicable DoD 8140 or DoD 8570 Certification
Preferred Skills:
- Certifications preferred: Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA), Docker Certified Associate (DCA), or similar.
- Experience with platform engineering, Kubernetes-native services (Ingress, Service Mesh, etc.).
- Familiarity with DISA STIGs, and DoD container security guidance.
- Ability to support development teams modernizing legacy apps for Kubernetes delivery.
- Ability to teach and expand knowledge to existing workforce.
Security clearance level:
- Secret clearance required, TS/SCI eligibility preferred
- US citizenship required
Role requirements:
- Experience supporting DoD, IC, or mission-critical environments.
- Strong understanding of DevSecOps, security hardening, and compliance in Kubernetes environments.
- Familiarity with IL5/IL6 cloud environments (VMware Tanzu/VKS/VCF).