📋 Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced DevOps Engineer/ Integrator to support mission-critical applications and services deployed within classified DoD development, integration, test, and operational environments.
This position focuses on the deployment, integration, sustainment, and troubleshooting of containerized applications running on an on-premises Kubernetes platform, primarily utilizing Tanzu Kubernetes Grid (TKG). The engineer will support platform operations, CI/CD pipelines, application deployments, infrastructure integration, monitoring, and DevSecOps initiatives.
The ideal candidate is a hands-on engineer with strong Linux, Kubernetes, and Docker experience who can independently contribute to a fast-paced engineering team supporting highly available and secure mission systems.
🏢 About Trace3
Trace3 is a leading Transformative IT Authority, providing unique technology solutions and consulting services to our clients. Equipped with elite engineering and dynamic innovation, we empower IT executives and their organizations to achieve competitive advantage through a process of Integrate, Automate, Innovate.
Our culture at Trace3 embodies the spirit of a startup with the advantage of a scalable business. Employees can grow their career and have fun while doing it!
Trace3 is headquartered in Irvine, California. We employ more than 1,200 people all over the United States. Our major field office locations include Denver, Indianapolis, Grand Rapids, Lexington, Los Angeles, Louisville, Texas, San Francisco.
🎯 The Role
This position focuses on the deployment, integration, sustainment, and troubleshooting of containerized applications running on an on-premises Kubernetes platform, primarily utilizing Tanzu Kubernetes Grid (TKG). The engineer will support platform operations, CI/CD pipelines, application deployments, infrastructure integration, monitoring, and DevSecOps initiatives.
✅ Key Responsibilities
- Deploy, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot applications running in Kubernetes environments, utilizing Tanzu Kubernetes Grid (TKG).
- Develop and maintain Kubernetes deployment artifacts including Helm charts, Kubernetes manifests, ConfigMaps, Secrets, Ingress, and service configurations.
- Build, package, scan, and deploy container images using Docker.
- Support application integration and deployment activities across classified development, test, and operational environments.
- Develop, maintain, and improve CI/CD pipelines utilizing Jenkins, Bamboo, GitLab CI/CD, GitHub Actions, or equivalent technologies.
- Perform Linux system administration, troubleshooting, performance analysis, and root cause investigations.
- Support Kubernetes cluster operations, application deployment activities, and platform sustainment efforts.
- Monitor application and platform health using centralized logging, monitoring, and observability solutions.
- Troubleshoot container runtime issues, deployment failures, networking problems, and integration issues.
- Support DevSecOps initiatives through vulnerability scanning, security compliance, and remediation activities.
📌 Required Qualifications
- Hands-on experience supporting Kubernetes environments, preferably Tanzu Kubernetes Grid (TKG).
- Experience deploying and supporting containerized applications using Docker.
- Experience creating and maintaining Kubernetes manifests, Helm charts, ConfigMaps, Secrets, and deployment pipelines.
- Experience developing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines using Bamboo, Jenkins, GitLab, or comparable technologies
- Strong Linux administration and troubleshooting skills.
- Experience with application monitoring, centralized logging, and observability platforms.
- Ability to independently troubleshoot complex technical issues and contribute immediately in a hands-on engineering role
- Experience supporting classified DoD development, integration, or operations environments.
⭐ Desirable Experience
- Experience administering or supporting Tanzu Kubernetes Grid.
- Experience with Argo CD and GitOps deployment methodologies.
- Experience with Trivy, SonarQube, Fortify, CAST, or similar security tools.
- Experience with container security and DevSecOps best practices.
- Experience with infrastructure automation using Ansible or similar tools.
- Experience supporting missile defense, command-and-control, or other mission-critical defense systems.
🎁 Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans for you and your dependents
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match, 529 College Savings Plan, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability
- Competitive Compensation
- Training and development programs
- Major offices stocked with snacks and beverages
- Collaborative and cool culture
- Work-life balance and generous paid time off
🛂 Visa & Eligibility
Active (or active within 24months) Secret Clearance Minimum - Can support TS
DOD 8570 REQUIREMENT: IAT - Level II
