Senior Linux & Kubernetes Administrator

Quevera • Laurel, MD

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Quevera is seeking a Senior Linux & Kubernetes Administrator to support a high-visibility mission environment in Laurel, Maryland. The role provides Linux systems administration and engineering support within a Kubernetes-based environment, including container technologies and associated tooling. The position also supports a software development and engineering project preparing a system for production.

The role requires an active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph and a minimum of ten years of Linux systems administration or engineering experience. The work schedule is Monday through Friday, with availability to support team coverage between 6:00 AM and 6:00 PM.

Requirements

• Active TS/SCI Clearance with Polygraph.
• Minimum of ten years of Linux systems administration or engineering experience.
• Experience administering Linux environments, including CentOS and Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL).
• Experience with Kubernetes (K8s), Kubernetes tooling, and container fundamentals.
• Experience with Bash scripting.
• Active CompTIA Security+ certification.

Nice To Haves

• Red Hat certification.
• Experience with high-side or classified networking environments.
• Experience with Python, Ansible, Salt, and VMware.
• Experience with Agile methodologies and DevOps practices.
• Knowledge of key management and encryption technologies.
• Experience with storage, networking, security compliance, authentication, and physical server administration.
• Current or recently held SYS3 PRIVAC access level.

Responsibilities

• Provide Linux systems administration and engineering support within a mission-focused environment.
• Administer and support Linux systems, including CentOS and Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL).
• Support Kubernetes-based environments, including associated tooling and container technologies.
• Provide technical support to a software development and engineering project as it progresses toward production readiness.

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid medical coverage for an optional plan.
• Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Employer-paid life insurance.
• $5,000 annually for education, training, certifications, and professional development.
• Career advancement through the structured iQTouch Program.
• Up to 6% 401(k) match.
• Additional 4% profit-sharing contribution, at company discretion.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed