Kubernetes Administrator

**This Position is Contingent on Contract Award**

Summary of Position:

IAP is currently hiring for a JEDI Kubernetes Platform Administrator to Determine and support Kubernetes platform service requirements for Platform as a Service architecture.  This position will be located in Fort Liberty, North Carolina and will be an onsite position.

 Essential Job Functions: 

• Determines and supports Kubernetes platform service requirements for Platform as a Service architecture that includes networking and systems; implements microservices, nodes, and clusters including the associated hardware and software.
• Applies advanced consulting skills and/or extensive technical expertise; full industry knowledge. Develops innovative solutions to complex problems.
• Applies advanced principles, theories, and concepts to job assignments, and contributes to the development of new ideas and principles. Solves uniquely complex problems, working under consultative direction.
• Often speaks for the organization to internal/external customers and works on long-range programs and objectives. Provides advice to the organization in areas of expertise.

Education & Experience: 

• Bachelor's with 8+ years (or commensurate experience)
• DoD 8570 IAT Level II Certification
• Linux Essentials LPI
• Certified Kubernetes Administrator
• Certified Kubernetes Application Developer
• Experience with Terraform
• Experience with Google Cloud Platform and Microsoft Azure
• Experience with Containerization technologies
• Experience with micro-service network architecture
• Experience with troubleshooting and resolving technical problems with both on-site and remote administrators
• Ability to communicate technical ideas and deliver briefings with cross-functional teams work in a high-demand environment and provide technical expertise on all phases of system engineering activities

Knowledge & Skills:

• Experience with Cloud Native networking technologies and concepts
• Experience with Amazon Web Services
• Experience with Microsoft Azure
• Cisco Certified Network Professional
• Experience with developing tactical, expeditionary cross-domain solutions to deliver FMV across different environments, enclaves, and networks
• Experience with designing, installing, configuring, and troubleshooting expeditionary, global, regional, and disconnected networks, including internal LAN traffic, WAN, Satellite communications, commercial leased lines, long haul circuits, distributed packet processing, data compression, encryption, and various data transport systems
• Experience with evaluating projected network usage and reviewing utilization reports
• Experience with Agile development methodologies and working with Agile teams using collaboration tools such as Gitlab.
• Experience with working with CM tools, including Gitlab, Git-centric, and CI/CD workflows
• Knowledge of network engineering in cloud and disconnected edge environments
• Knowledge of Python scripting, writing Ansible playbooks, rudimentary APIs, or automation scripts
• Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code

Physical Demands/Working Environment:

• Must have the ability to wear personal protective equipment, including protective mask, ballistic helmet, body armor, and chemical/biological protective garments
• Medically/Physically fit for deployment with U.S. Military Forces outside the Continental United States (OCONUS) under the provisions of USCENTCOM Medical Standards

 Travel

Yes, OCONUS

Security Clearance: 

TOP SECRET w/ SCI 

IAP - Ingenuity and Purpose

www.iapws.com

As a leading international services company for more than 65 years, IAP Worldwide Services, Inc. (IAP) provides a broad spectrum of services and solutions to U.S. and international government agencies, and organizations. IAP is a world-class leader in providing Program Management, IT & Communications, Aviation & Engineering Solutions, Power Solutions, and Infrastructure & Logistics to provide safe, innovative, and reliable solutions to meet customers' diverse and complex challenges. 

IAP is an EOE, including disability/vets.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.