Cybersecurity Engineer, Air-Gapped Kubernetes & RMF

Pueo Business Solutions LLC

McLean (VA)

On-site

USD 131,000 - 211,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Job summary

Pueo is seeking an experienced Cybersecurity Engineer to join our team onsite in McLean, VA. The role focuses on designing and securing air-gapped Kubernetes/OpenShift platforms in classified enclaves, implementing CI/CD security automation, and aligning with RMF/ATO processes for compliant operations.

You will lead and contribute to zero-trust initiatives, PKI management, and cross-domain artifact transfer while coordinating with development, security, and operations teams to accelerate

Qualifications

  • Master's degree in computer science, engineering or related field
  • Experience with Kubernetes/OpenShift in air-gapped/classified environments
  • Familiarity with NIST 800-53, DISA STIGs, RMF/ATO processes

Responsibilities

  • Lead or contribute to security initiatives requiring cross-functional coordination
  • Architect secure, scalable containerized platforms for mixed-sensitivity workloads in SCIFs
  • Map CI/CD artifacts to RMF/ATO controls and accelerate authorization timelines through automation
  • Implement and enforce Zero Trust principles end-to-end (build through runtime)
  • Operate and troubleshoot Kubernetes clusters in air-gapped enclaves with minimal external support
  • Detect, investigate, and respond to security incidents while maintaining data integrity in classified environments

Skills

Kubernetes/OpenShift
CI/CD security
Zero Trust
RMF/ATO
NIST 800-53
Incident response

Education

Master's degree in CS/Engineering or related field

Tools

Prometheus
Falco
auditd
OPA Gatekeeper
Kyverno

Job description

Pueo is seeking an experienced Cybersecurity Engineer to join our team onsite in McLean, VA. The role focuses on designing and securing air-gapped Kubernetes/OpenShift platforms in classified enclaves, implementing CI/CD security automation, and aligning with RMF/ATO processes for compliant operations.

You will lead and contribute to zero-trust initiatives, PKI management, and cross-domain artifact transfer while coordinating with development, security, and operations teams to accelerate

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