Leidos has a current opening for a Senior Kubernetes/Containerization Ops Engineer to play a pivotal role in our dynamic team based out of Blacksburg, Virginia. This role allows partnering with a distinguished team of professionals to advance internal and client projects focusing on application containerization, automation, and redesign/re-architecture clusters supporting mission-critical applications hosted on Kubernetes. Utilize your expertise to assist with the consultation and design of infrastructure to support future and undefined workstream efforts to support resilient infrastructure as code. Your contributions will shape mission-critical solutions and drive continuous improvement across diverse projects. Become a key contributor in our cutting-edge environment where continuous learning and knowledge sharing are integral to advancing and optimizing our customer solutions.
Primary Responsibilities:
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Assist with the consultation and design of infrastructure to support future and undefined workstream efforts.
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Support software development efforts on the Kubernetes/OpenShift platform.
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Redesign/re-architecture clusters supporting mission-critical applications hosted on Kubernetes/OpenShift.
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Support directly and with a team to support design, implementation, and operation of the infrastructure to support future customers with modernization.
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Work within a team environment to identify training, additional resources, rearchitecting, technology insertion, and process reengineering to minimize impacts to customer systems, improve site reliability.
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Improve and troubleshoot existing container orchestration environments, primarily OpenShift.
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Working and supporting in a break/fix environment.
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Evaluate and recommend potential improvements for inclusion into customer environments.
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Assist with Git process flows, GitOps, and continuous improvement of our Git approach.
Basic Qualifications
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Must be a US Citizen and have lived in the United States for at least the past 3 out of 5 years.
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Ability to obtain within 3 months of hire date a DoD 8570 IAT II certification [Security+ CE, CCNA-Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, CND, SSCP].
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Active Kubernetes Certified Administrator (CKA) OR Docker Certified Associate (DCA).
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Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust Clearance, or greater.
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Bachelor’s degree and 8+ years of experience or Master’s degree with 6+ years of relevant experience. Relevant experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
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Proficient with container orchestration tools like Kubernetes and/or Docker Swarm.
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Proficient with Python, JavaScript or equivalent programming language.
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Strong background in Linux system administration, especially Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL).
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Experience and ability to lead and mentor junior engineers and lead technical initiatives.
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Must be committed to adopting and adhering to best practices.
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
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Ability to collaborate and work effectively in a team environment.
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Must be able to effectively plan and prioritize tasks.
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Must be capable of performing high-quality work both independently, and with a team, in a fast-moving environment.
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Ability to interact positively, collaborate, and communicate appropriately with team members.
Preferred Qualifications
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Experienced with Red Hat OpenShift, including setup, configuration, and administration.
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Relevant certifications, such as Red Hat Certified Specialist in OpenShift Administration, Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE).
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Experience with cloud-first, AWS/Azure native architectures, and cloud PaaS & SaaS services.
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Experience building and managing CI/CD pipelines and tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, Tekton).
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Active 8570 Level II Security+ CE certification.
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DoD Secret clearance.
Original Posting:September 19, 2024
For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range:Pay Range $104,650.00 - $189,175.00
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
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What We Do
We Are Leidos
For 50 years we have been tackling some of the biggest problems that face our nation and our world.
OUR MISSION
Through our culture of innovation and history of performance, we develop deep customer trust built on integrity and create enduring solutions that improve our world. Leidos is a science and technology solutions leader working to address some of the world’s toughest challenges in the defense, intelligence, homeland security, civil, and healthcare markets. The company’s 43,000 employees support vital missions for government and commercial customers. Headquartered in Reston, Va., Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $11.09 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2020.
Leidos was cited for the meaningful work employees perform that is challenging, impactful, and aligned with our customers’ missions as reasons professionals want to work and stay at our company. Leidos has also been named to lists including Forbes’ Best Employers for Diversity, Forbes’ America’s Best Employers for Women, Military Times Best for Vets Employers, and Ethisphere Institute’s World's Most Ethical Companies®.
Employees enjoy career enrichment opportunities available through mobility and development and experience rewarding relationships with supportive supervisors and talented colleagues and customers. Employees appreciate our flexible work environment, allowing for and encouraging a true work-life balance. Our professionals are also excited about our Employee Resource Groups, like the newly launched Collaborative Outreach with Remote and Embedded Employees (CORE), which strives to create an environment where every employee, regardless of location, feels fully engaged as a valued employee of Leidos.
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