Senior Software Integration & Systems Administrator

Kratos Space Training & Cyber; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Kratos Defense seeks a Software Integration / Systems Administrator to support installation, integration, configuration, deployment, and maintenance of software in a mission-focused environment. The role spans Linux and Windows with container orchestration and automated deployment pipelines.

The candidate will work across Ansible, Rancher, Kubernetes, Git, and cloud- or on-premises platforms, traveling ~15% and maintaining security clearances as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant engineering field.
• Hands-on experience administering Linux and Windows operating systems.
• Experience using Git and version-control workflows.
• Experience with Rancher and Kubernetes container orchestration.
• Experience developing or maintaining Ansible automation and playbooks.
• Experience with software installation, integration, configuration, and troubleshooting.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to travel approximately 15%.
• Current Secret Clearance with ability to obtain TS/SCI

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and deploy software releases within operational environments.
• Develop and automate deployment and release processes using Ansible.
• Build, maintain, and troubleshoot Linux and Windows environments.
• Use Git for source code management and release management.
• Deploy, configure, and troubleshoot containerized apps with Rancher and Kubernetes.
• Troubleshoot software, system, networking, and integration issues.
• Coordinate with Operations to ensure releases are ready.
• Maintain documentation and release procedures.
• Travel ~15% for mission support.

Skills

Linux administration

Windows administration

Git

Kubernetes

Rancher

Ansible automation

Container deployment

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Education

Bachelors degree in engineering

Tools

Rancher

Kubernetes

Ansible

Git

Job description

Kratos Defense seeks a Software Integration / Systems Administrator to support installation, integration, configuration, deployment, and maintenance of software in a mission-focused environment. The role spans Linux and Windows with container orchestration and automated deployment pipelines.

The candidate will work across Ansible, Rancher, Kubernetes, Git, and cloud- or on-premises platforms, traveling ~15% and maintaining security clearances as required.