Kubernetes Architect

Job Description

Kubernetes Architect

Location: Chantilly, VA (On-Site / Customer Site) Clearance: TS/SCI with FSP Employment Type: Full-TimeAbout RogueThink

RogueThink is a forward-thinking IT services provider supporting mission-critical federal programs. We deliver secure, high-impact technology solutions in classified environments while fostering a culture of integrity, accountability, and technical excellence.Position Overview

The Kubernetes Architect is responsible for the architecture, design, implementation, security, and sustainment of containerized and cloud-native platforms supporting mission-critical federal programs. This role ensures the availability, scalability, security, and performance of Kubernetes environments while supporting cloud modernization, platform engineering, and enterprise DevSecOps initiatives.Key Responsibilities

Design, implement, and maintain secure, highly available Kubernetes clusters across on-premises and cloud environments.

Support Kubernetes operations, monitoring, troubleshooting, and performance optimization.

Architect and manage cluster networking, ingress/egress, service exposure, and container storage integrations.

Perform capacity planning for compute, storage, and networking to support containerized workloads.

Implement platform scaling, resiliency, and reliability engineering practices.

Install, configure, and maintain Kubernetes platforms in hybrid and cloud environments (e.g., AWS EKS, Azure AKS, GKE, OpenShift).

Design and implement backup, restore, and disaster recovery strategies for Kubernetes workloads and persistent data.

Implement and enforce Kubernetes security controls, RBAC, secrets management, network policies, and auditing.

Integrate CI/CD pipelines and GitOps workflows for automated deployment and configuration management.

Support application containerization and cloud migration initiatives.

Recommend and implement improvements to platform governance, change management, and configuration management processes.

Develop and maintain technical documentation, platform architecture diagrams, and operational runbooks.

Collaborate with engineering, security, and operations teams to support platform standards and best practices.Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree with 6+ years of relevant experience

Active TS/SCI with FSP

Demonstrated ability to design, deploy, and operate Kubernetes environments

Proven background implementing highly available and secure container platforms

Strong proficiency in Linux operating systems and container runtimes (Docker, containerd, CRI-O)

Hands-on knowledge of Kubernetes networking, ingress controllers, and load balancing technologies

Working knowledge of Infrastructure as Code and configuration management tools (Terraform, Ansible, Helm, CloudFormation, ARM)

Demonstrated capability to implement backup, recovery, and continuity of operations for containerized platforms

Proven success optimizing performance, scalability, and reliability of Kubernetes clusters

Familiarity with enterprise monitoring and logging platforms (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK/EFK, OpenTelemetry)Preferred Qualifications

Background supporting classified federal programs

Knowledge of cloud-native and hybrid Kubernetes architectures

Hands-on experience with enterprise Kubernetes platforms (OpenShift, Rancher, Tanzu)

Familiarity with DevSecOps and GitOps practices (ArgoCD, Flux)

Understanding of high-availability and disaster recovery architecture concepts

Exposure to formal change and configuration management processes

Demonstrated ability to containerize and modernize legacy applications

Experience integrating Kubernetes with enterprise identity and security toolingWhy Join RogueThink

You will work on mission-critical federal programs that directly support national security and government transformation while collaborating with a high-performance engineering team that values innovation, autonomy, and technical excellence. This role provides access to secure development environments, exposure to emerging technologies, and meaningful opportunities for professional growth, including supported technical training, certifications, and clearance upgrades.

Benefits at RogueThink

At RogueThink, we believe our people are our greatest strength. We are committed to creating a supportive, rewarding, and growth-oriented environment. Our benefits reflect that commitment, with offerings designed to support your personal and professional well-being.

Compensation

We offer competitive compensation packages that reflect our core values of integrity, intelligence, and passion. In addition, performance bonuses are available to all employees and are based on individual contributions, company performance, and program management recommendations.

Retirement Plans

Our 401(k) Matching program provides dollar-for-dollar matching on the first 6% of employee contributions to a traditional or Roth 401(k) through Vanguard.

Employee Referral Bonuses

We value our employees' trusted recommendations. To recognize these referrals:

$8,000 bonus for successfully hired TS/SCI-cleared candidates

$5,000 bonus for all other successful referrals

Paid Time Off (PTO)

RogueThink offers competitive PTO policies that consider both program requirements and employee seniority.

Observed Federal Holidays

We observe the following holidays:

New Year's Day

Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Presidents Day

Memorial Day

Independence Day

Labor Day

Columbus Day

Veterans Day

Thanksgiving Day

Christmas Day

Insurance Coverage

We offer comprehensive insurance options, including:

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Accident and Critical Illness Insurance

Life Insurance

Leave Policies

Family Leave: Five paid days following the birth or adoption of a child

Bereavement Leave: Three paid days for the loss of an immediate family member

Training and Development

We invest in our people. RogueThink offers a combination of online and in-person training to ensure our workforce stays ahead of industry trends and evolving technologies.

Educational Assistance

We support your professional and continuing education goals by offering tuition assistance for eligible programs.

Equal Opportunity Employer: RogueThink is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all employees.

Full-time

Hybrid remote