Kubernetes Subject Matter Expert; SME; Cloud Engineer Security Clearance

Position: Kubernetes Subject Matter Expert (SME) (Cloud Engineer 3) - 2580 with Security Clearance
Requisition Number: 25803 Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type:

Full Time/Salaried/Exempt Anticipated Salary Range: $97,097.00 - $ Security Clearance: TS/SCI Level of

Experience:

Senior HI This opportunity resides with All-Domain Operations (ADO), a business group within HII's Mission Technologies division. All-Domain Operations comprises multi-domain operations, platforms and logistics, and intelligence operations. HII designs, develops, integrates and manages the sensors, systems and other assets necessary to support integrated ISR operations and accelerated decision-making. With data fusion and mission management capabilities for the Department of Defense, the combatant commands and the intelligence community, HII advances the mission around the globe.

Meet HII's Mission Technologies Division
Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense - the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5

ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that's right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you. To learn more about Mission Technologies,  for a short video:  

Job Description HII Mission Technologies has been selected as one of 's "Top 25 Employers for Veterans in 2024" and we are a Forbes Best Large Employer for 2023!!! Are you ready to take your career to the next level? We are seeking talented and motivated Engineers to join our team!

Position Summary:

HII:
Mission Technologies is seeking a highly skilled Kubernetes Subject Matter Expert to lead the design, implementation, and optimization of Kubernetes based solutions in hybrid and data center environments. The ideal candidate will have deep experience with Kubernetes internals, infrastructure as code (IaC), and policy enforcement tools like Kyverno, as well as Crossplane for infrastructure orchestration. You will serve as a key technical advisor, helping shape container orchestration strategies and ensuring production grade stability and security.

Come support our work and join a world class team of groundbreaking scientists and engineers! Details below! What you will do
* Architect, deploy, and maintain production grade Kubernetes clusters in data center and hybrid cloud environments.
* Advise on and implement Crossplane to manage cloud-native infrastructure using Kubernetes APIs.
* Lead the design and enforcement of policy as code using Kyverno, aligning with security, compliance, and governance requirements.
* Collaborate with Dev Ops, platform engineering, and security teams to integrate Kubernetes into broader CI/CD workflows.
* Define and document best practices, operational runbooks, and onboarding materials.
* Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues in Kubernetes environments.
* Provide mentorship and training to engineering teams on Kubernetes tooling and patterns.
* Evaluate and implement open-source and commercial Kubernetes extensions. What we are looking for:

Minimum Qualifications
* 5 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 3 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 0 years experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 9 years relevant experience.
* 5+ years of experience with Kubernetes in production environments.
* Proven experience implementing Kyverno policies for governance and compliance.
* Hands-on experience with Crossplane for infrastructure orchestration.
* Expertise in Linux systems administration and networking.
* Proficient with Helm and Git Ops (e.g., ArgoCD or Flux).
* Experience deploying Kubernetes on bare metal or VMs in a data center setting (Open Shift).
* Familiarity with Kubernetes security (RBAC, Pod Security Standards, admission controllers).
* Experience with observability tools (Prometheus, Grafana, Loki).
* Excellent communication and documentation skills. Preferred Requirements
* Experience with Open Shift and understanding of its policy engine (e.g., Gatekeeper or Kyverno equivalents).
* Contributions to open source Kubernetes projects or SIGs.
* Kubernetes certifications (CKA, CKAD, or CKS).
* Familiarity with infrastructure platforms like AWS, Oracle, GCP or Azure via Crossplane providers.

Physical Requirements
* Adequate visual acuity and manual dexterity for meeting the requirements of job. HII is more than a job - it's an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs;
Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee…