Job Description
• Lead Kubernetes cluster administration (EKS) including provisioning, upgrades, node group management, and patching.
• Architect and optimize platform infrastructure, ensuring scalability and adherence to security baselines.
• Oversee creation and maintenance of Kubernetes IaC (Helm charts, Terraform modules) for tenant onboarding and environment configuration.
• Manage and patch Kubernetes-layer tooling (Cilium, Karpenter) and associated open-source components.
• Own platform network configuration (DNS, firewall services/TIC 3.0, VPN/tunnels).
• Direct base image automation, distribution, and security incident response.
• Implement and maintain load balancer configurations (public & ingress, TIC 3.0 compliance).
• Drives development of golden paths and developer self-service capabilities.
• Lead contingency planning and disaster recovery strategies, including backup/restore procedures and incident communications.
• Produce and maintain platform documentation (POAMs, SOPs, security SOPs, management plans).
• Mentor junior platform engineers and coordinate work across Cloud Ops, App Support, and Automation teams.
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Required Skills & Experience
• BS/BA, 10 years of work experience, with:
• 5-7 years in Kubernetes operations with AWS EKS in production.
• Must have hands-on experience with Cilium and Karpenter.
• Proven leadership in multi-tenant Kubernetes environments.
• Expertise in Helm, Terraform, ArgoCD, AWS IAM/RBAC, Cilium, and ECR.
• Experience with platform-level security and FedRAMP/NIST compliance.
• Strong scripting skills (Bash, Python, Go).
• Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) or equivalent experience preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communications skills
• Ability to work nights and/or weekends for patching or deployments.
• Ability to obtain a public trust clearance
Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.