Senior Container Platform System Engineer/Administrator

Delaware Nation Industries (DNI) is on the lookout for a Senior Container Platform System Engineer/Administrator to enhance the modernization, maintenance, and operational readiness of the CAOC-X platform and related activities. In this pivotal role, you will spearhead engineering and administrative initiatives aimed at establishing and overseeing a secure cloud-native container ecosystem, ensuring robust support for AOC WS formal tests and diverse CAOC-X operations.

Requirements:

• Lead the implementation, configuration, and administration of cloud container platforms supporting CAOC-X test and operational environments.
• Translate high-level development strategies into actionable system requirements in coordination with multi-disciplinary engineering teams.
• Develop and maintain Engineering Plans and Annex K documentation for AOC WS formal tests and other CAOC-X events.
• Participate in system conceptual design and lead design reviews to ensure system compliance and requirement traceability.
• Perform system integration and troubleshooting across hardware, software, network, and containerized environments.
• Install, load, and configure enterprise systems, networks, and storage for container platforms.
• Maintain and administer container-based systems, including Kubernetes clusters, Docker environments, and Rancher deployments.
• Provide system administration for all aspects of CAOC-X operations, including account management, access controls, and service configurations.
• Monitor network and system performance, establish backup solutions, and enforce site security.
• Support efforts to obtain and maintain system Authority to Operate (ATO) and Authority to Connect (ATC).
• Collaborate with test and event teams to ensure system functionality during test execution and experimentation.

Technical Expertise Required:

• In-depth knowledge of Kubernetes (pods, deployments, services, storage) and Docker containerization.
• Experience with Rancher Kubernetes Engine (RKE).
• Proficiency in Linux and Windows operating systems.
• Familiarity with ACAS, HBSS, and DoD cybersecurity controls.
• Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps methodologies.
• Knowledge of system security engineering and accreditation processes.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a closely related discipline
• 5 to 7 years of professional experience in related field

Clearance: Active TS/SCI

Benefits:

• Covers 100% of employee benefit premiums, including Medical (PPO or HDHP Option), Vision, Dental
• Matching 401K
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Pet Insurance
• Professional Development/Education Reimbursement
• Parking and Transit Benefits for NY, NJ, ATL, and DC Metro areas

Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.