Senior Kubernetes Architect – Secure On-Prem RMF

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 145,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) is seeking a Kubernetes Architect to lead design, secure implementation, and ongoing management of Kubernetes platforms across closed environments for the ORCA group in Chantilly, VA.

You will serve as the technical lead for architecture, platform governance, and CI/CD integration, collaborating with cybersecurity and development teams to ensure compliant, scalable operations.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in infrastructure engineering, cloud architecture, DevOps, or platform engineering.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and long-term operational strategy for enterprise Kubernetes platforms.

Skills

Kubernetes architecture

Cloud architecture

DevOps

Platform engineering

Security clearance TS/SCI

DoD 8570/8140 compliant

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Kubernetes

CI/CD tools

Security tooling

Job description

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) is seeking a Kubernetes Architect to lead design, secure implementation, and ongoing management of Kubernetes platforms across closed environments for the ORCA group in Chantilly, VA.

You will serve as the technical lead for architecture, platform governance, and CI/CD integration, collaborating with cybersecurity and development teams to ensure compliant, scalable operations.