DevSecOps Kubernetes SME

Type of Requisition

Regular

Secret

Top Secret/SCI

None

Software Engineering

Skills: Containerization, Dev Sec Ops , Kubernetes

Certifications: None

Experience: 5 + years of related experience

US Citizenship

Required:

Yes

MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT:

Transform technology into opportunity as a Kubernetes Subject Matter Expert (SME) pe 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 Dev Sec Ops , 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 Dev Sec Ops  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.

• 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 Git Ops 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.
• Work location:
  This is not a remote role and requires working on site at the Mac Dill AFB client site.
• Role requirements:
  • Experience supporting DoD, IC, or mission‑critical environments.
  • Strong understanding of Dev Sec Ops , security hardening, and compliance in Kubernetes environments.
  • Familiarity with IL5/IL6 cloud environments (VMware Tanzu/VKS/VCF).

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

#GDITPRIORITY

The likely salary range for this position is $170,144 - $195,500. 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 Mac Dill AFB

Additional Work Locations: (none specified)

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 plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post‑tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off…