DevSecOps Kubernetes SME

Type of Requisition:

Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

Secret

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

Top Secret/SCI

Public Trust/Other Required:

None

Job Family:

Software Engineering

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Containerization, DevSecOps, Kubernetes

Certifications:

None

Experience:

5 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

Yes

Job Description:

MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT:

Transform technology into opportunity as a Kubernetes Subject Matter Expert (SME) at GDIT. Shape what’s next for mission-critical government projects while shaping what’s next for your engineering career. As a Kubernetes SME, the work you’ll do at GDIT will be impactful to the mission of Department of Defense Combatant Command, US Central Command. You 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.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:
Bring your engineering expertise along with a drive for innovation to GDIT. The Software Engineer Senior must have:

•  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

• 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).

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:
At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.

• Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities

• Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals

• Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, competitive pay and paid time off

• Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

#ARMA

#CENTCOM

The likely salary range for this position is $119,000 - $161,000. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Travel Required:

Less than 10%

Telecommuting Options:

Onsite

Work Location:

USA FL MacDill AFB

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT:

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision