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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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Skills and Requirements

• 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