Sr. Platform Engineer (Kubernetes & Compliance, Hybrid), to 260k - FS Poly Annapolis Junction, MD

Stanley Reid & Company; Annapolis (MD); Hybrid; USD 170,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Stanley Reid & Company is seeking a Senior Platform Engineer to sustain mission-critical software, focusing on Kubernetes management and compliance in a hybrid environment in Annapolis Junction, MD.

The role requires a strong background in Kubernetes networking and configuration, plus experience with IaC tools and observability stacks. Base compensation ranges from $170k to $260k with an attractive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 14+ years of systems engineering, or 19 years in lieu of degree.
• Strong Kubernetes networking, deployment, and configuration experience.
• Experience supporting compliance-driven activities with tracking/documentation tools.
• Familiarity with IaC and observability toolchain (Terraform, Salt, Ansible, Rancher, Helm, Elasticsearch/Kibana/Grafana).

Skills

Kubernetes networking

Kubernetes deployment

Kubernetes configuration

Education

Bachelor's degree + 14 years of systems engineering experience or 19 years experience in lieu of degree

Tools

Terraform

Salt

Ansible

Rancher

Helm

Elasticsearch

Kibana

Grafana

Job description

Sr. Platform Engineer (Kubernetes & Compliance, Hybrid), to 260k - FS Poly

Annapolis Junction, MD

The Role

Our client is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to provide technical expertise in sustaining critical mission-related software and systems. You will focus on compliance and Kubernetes management, ensuring robust networking, configuration, and deployment across secure environments. The role involves supporting compliance-driven sustainment, documenting technical processes, and collaborating with stakeholders to meet evolving security needs. Base compensation ranges from $170k to $260k, with a compelling benefits package for qualified candidates.

What You’ll Bring

• Experience & Education: Bachelor's degree plus 14 years of systems engineering experience, or 19 years of experience in lieu of a degree.
• Technical Expertise: Strong grasp of Kubernetes networking, deployment, and configuration.
• Compliance & Tools: Proven ability to support compliance-driven activities using enterprise tracking and documentation tools.
• Preferred Skills: Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Salt, Ansible), Rancher, Helm, and observability tools such as Elasticsearch, Kibana, or Grafana. Security+ (CWIP) certification is a plus.

Clearance Requirements

TS/SCI with FS Polygraph is required. We are not able to upgrade clearances or accept CCAs. Applicants must have the required clearance; under‑cleared applicants will not receive a response.

Location

Annapolis Junction, MD (Partial Telework available up to 16 hours per week)