Kubernetes Cloud DevOps Lead - On-Site Fort Bragg

GovCIO; Fort Bragg (NC); On-site; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

GovCIO is seeking a Kubernetes Cloud DevOps Engineer to lead, design, deploy, and sustain scalable cloud-native environments supporting mission-critical operations on Fort Bragg, NC. The role emphasizes automation maturity, reliability, and operational excellence across distributed teams.

You will mentor engineers, drive CI/CD, IaC, and DevSecOps best practices while delivering secure, compliant cloud platforms. This on-site role requires TS/SCI and DoD readiness.

Qualifications

• Clearance Required: TS/SCI.
• DoD 8570 IAT Level II Certification.
• Linux Essentials LPI.
• Certified Kubernetes Administrator.
• Azure Administrator.
• Hands-on experience with Kubernetes (cluster deployment, operations, and troubleshooting).
• Experience with at least one major cloud provider (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Strong experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, ARM/Bicep, CloudFormation, etc.).
• Experience building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitLab CI, Jenkins, GitHub Actions).
• Proficiency with container technologies (Docker, container registries).
• Experience with monitoring/logging tools (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK, Cloud-native tools).
• Strong scripting skills (Python, Bash, PowerShell).
• Ability to communicate technical ideas and deliver briefings with cross-functional teams in high-demand environments.
• Must have U.S. Drivers License and U.S. Passport.
• OCONUS deployment readiness per USCENTCOM Medical Standards.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and sustain Kubernetes-based cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or hybrid DoD).
• Administer container orchestration for high availability and resilience.
• Implement and maintain IaC using Terraform, CloudFormation, or ARM/Bicep.
• Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines for rapid, secure deployments.
• Drive DevSecOps practices and integrate security into the pipeline.
• Monitor performance, availability, and security across environments.
• Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Mentor junior engineers and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Develop innovative solutions to complex technical challenges.

Skills

Kubernetes

CI/CD pipelines

DevSecOps

Terraform

ARM/Bicep

CloudFormation

Python scripting

Docker

GitLab CI

Jenkins

GitHub Actions

Prometheus

Grafana

Education

DoD 8570 IAT Level II Certification

Linux Essentials LPI

Certified Kubernetes Administrator

Azure Administrator

Tools

Kubernetes

Terraform

ARM/Bicep

CloudFormation

Docker

GitLab CI

Jenkins

GitHub Actions

Prometheus

Grafana

Job description

GovCIO is seeking a Kubernetes Cloud DevOps Engineer to lead, design, deploy, and sustain scalable cloud-native environments supporting mission-critical operations on Fort Bragg, NC. The role emphasizes automation maturity, reliability, and operational excellence across distributed teams.

You will mentor engineers, drive CI/CD, IaC, and DevSecOps best practices while delivering secure, compliant cloud platforms. This on-site role requires TS/SCI and DoD readiness.