Kubernetes Subject Matter Expert Security Clearance

Position: Kubernetes Subject Matter Expert  with Security Clearance
Job Number: R0227973 Kubernetes Subject Matter Expert

The Opportunity:

Are you looking for an opportunity to make a difference? What if you could find a po sit ion that is tailor made for your mix of development, engineering, and communication skills? Efficient sof tware development teams make the most of their time by limiting the activities that take developers away from writing their code. That's why we need you, an experienced Kubernetes SME, to help us shorten the time it takes to get critical tools developed and into the hands of digital citizen s and mission workers who need them to drive innovation in the nation.

As a Kubernetes SME on our team, you'll use your development experience to streamline our sof tware development lifecycle from requirements to monitoring in production. You'll incorporate open-source tools, automation, and cloud resources to cut down on tedious, boring tasks and free up the team's developers to do what they do best - innovate. You'll implement continuous integration and delivery to limit manual testing and troubleshooting.

This is an opportunity to build your experience in modern, cloud native sof tware development. Join us. The world can't wait. You Have:
* 5+ years of experience in an Infrastructure, Dev Ops, or Sit e Reliability Engineer role
* 3+ years of experience managing, operating and troubleshooting Kubernetes clusters in production environments

* 2+ years of experience deploying applications into Kubernetes via Helm, Kustomize and Git Ops, such as Flux or ArgoCD

* 2+ years of experience with a cloud service provider , including Amazon Web Services, Google Cloud Platform, or Micro sof t Azure

* Experience in Kubernetes architecture, design, networking, security, and containerization

* Experience with Agile met hods and practices
* Experience with Infrastructure as Code, including Terraform, or Configuration as Code, including Ansible, and scripting with Bash, Python, or Groovy

* Secret clearance
* Bachelor's degree
* Ability to obtain DoD 8570 IAT Level II or IAT Level III Certification within 30 days of hire date Nice If You Have:
* Experience with AI / ML / LLM implementations
* Experience with AI / ML / LLM security such as Hidden Layer
* Experience implementing Cloud-Native solutions to accelerate application development
* Experience with Identity Authentication and Authorization, including Single-Sign-On, SAML, or OpenID
* Knowledge of Linux or UNIX administration and automation
* Bachelor's degree in CS, Computer Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, or Engineering
* Certified Kubernetes Administrator ( CKA ) or Certified Kubernetes Application Developer ( CKAD ) certification Clearance:
Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information ;
Secret clearance is required. Compensation At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values.

Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen's benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $77,600.00 to $ (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen's total compensation package for employees.

This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date. Identity Statement As part of the application process, you are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. Work Model Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.

* If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you'll periodically work from a Booz Allen or client site facility.

* If this position is listed as onsite, you'll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific role. Commitment to Non-Discrimination All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment…