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Lead the implementation of containerized infrastructure to support a major defense modernization initiative. As the Infrastructure Engineer youll design implement and manage Kubernetes environments enabling the transformation of mission-critical applications within the UWS ecosystem. Youll establish and evolve a robust Platform as a Service (PaaS) ecosystem that forms the foundation for this significant modernization effort. Your expertise in Kubernetes and container orchestration will create infrastructure optimized for performance security and scalability in support of national defense priorities.
A critical aspect of your role will be guiding the migration process from legacy workloads to containerized environments. Youll develop migration strategies design containerization approaches and implement the infrastructure pathways that enable successful transitions for critical defense applications. While your primary focus is infrastructure architecture familiarity with software development concepts would be advantageous as you navigate the complexities of containerizing legacy systems. Youll manage containerized environments and cloud-native deployment platforms that directly impact the effectiveness of essential defense systems ensuring seamless operation throughout the modernization journey.
Join our team in Manassas VA with a flexible hybrid work arrangement. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on national security while developing your expertise in advanced cloud transformation within the defense sector
Strategic Leadership & Innovation
Architect Next-Generation Infrastructure - Design and implement cutting-edge infrastructure solutions across cloud on-premises and hybrid environments that scale seamlessly and future-proof your organizations technology foundation.
Drive Infrastructure Modernization - Conduct comprehensive assessments of existing systems and processes delivering strategic recommendations that enhance automation efficiency and orchestration while supporting application modernization initiatives.
Provide Technical Leadership - Deliver architectural guidance that aligns infrastructure solutions with both business objectives and technical requirements while mentoring team members and developing long-term strategic roadmaps.
Foster Cross-Functional Collaboration - Work closely with both business stakeholders and technical teams to deeply understand requirements and deliver infrastructure solutions that enable innovation and sustainable growth.
Technical Implementation & Management
Orchestrate Kubernetes Excellence - Deploy configure and manage RKE2 Kubernetes clusters across the entire environment pipeline ensuring consistent performance from development through production.
Enable Application Transformation - Support the strategic migration of legacy applications to modern containerized environments unlocking new capabilities and efficiencies.
Resolve Complex Challenges - Apply deep technical expertise to troubleshoot and resolve sophisticated infrastructure issues that impact business operations.
Security & Resilience
Design Resilient Systems - Create and implement comprehensive strategies for high availability business continuity and disaster recovery that leverage industry-leading practices and technologies.
Champion Security and Compliance - Evaluate and implement robust security frameworks that protect critical assets while ensuring regulatory compliance across all infrastructure components.
Technology Evaluation & Advancement
Validate Emerging Technologies - Lead technology evaluations and proof-of-concept projects that rigorously test new tools and platforms before enterprise-wide deployment ensuring optimal investment decisions.
Accelerate Innovation Through Prototyping - Spearhead rapid prototyping initiatives that quickly validate infrastructure solutions against rigorous performance scalability and reliability standards.
Qualifications :
Active Secret or Top-Secret Clearance eligibility.
5 years of experience architecting and implementing enterprise-grade infrastructure solutions.
Demonstrated expertise with cloud platforms (Azure AWS GCP) and multi-cloud strategies.
Proficiency with infrastructure-as-code tools including Terraform Ansible and
.
Experience building and optimizing GitLab-CI pipelines for infrastructure
automation.
Deep knowledge of Kubernetes distributions (RKE2 OpenShift) and container
orchestration practices.
Proven experience leading enterprise backup and disaster recovery initiatives.
Working knowledge of cloud-native storage solutions such as Longhorn.
Strong Linux administration skills particularly with RHEL environments.
Experience implementing comprehensive observability solutions using Prometheus Grafana Loki and related tools.
Ability to establish and enforce security policies through tools like Open Policy Agent.
Knowledge of identity management solutions such as Keycloak.
Experience managing artifact repositories including Artifactory and Harbor Registry.
Familiarity with Kubernetes application deployment tools including KustomizeHelm and ArgoCD.
Strong technical documentation skills with attention to detail.
Advanced understanding of networking concepts including VLANs SDN and load balancing strategies.
Demonstrated ability to translate business requirements into resilient infrastructure
solutions.
Current CKA (Certified Kubernetes Administrator) or CKAD (Certified Kubernetes Application Developer) certification.
Software development experience in C and/or Java.
CKS (Certified Kubernetes Security Specialist) certification.
Experience guiding legacy workload containerization initiatives.
Preferred
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Oteemo is an equal employment and affirmative action employer. We evaluate qualified applicants on merit and business needs and not on race color religion creed gender sexual orientation national origin ancestry age disability genetic information marital status veteran status or any other factor protected by law. Oteemo complies with the law regarding reasonable accommodations for handicapped and disabled employees.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
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