Cyber Operations System Administrator - AWS/Kubernetes

Full Visibility LLC is a federally certified Small Business delivering innovative technical solutions to address the nation’s most critical and sensitive missions. Founded in 2006, our extensive technical capabilities and expertise support federal and state government agencies with over 100 cleared technical experts specializing in Digital, AI & Analytics, Cyber, and Engineering. With offices in the National Capital Region, Quantico, VA, and Huntsville, AL, we deliver critical technical solutions to various federal government agencies and departments.

About the role

Full Visibility is seeking a Cyber Operations System Administrator with AWS and Kubernetes expertise to work onsite in Ft. Meade, Maryland. This role supports mission-critical applications for classified programs, ensuring high-stakes, high-side systems remain reliable and secure. The position involves managing Linux and Windows servers, virtualization platforms, Docker-based services, directory services, and endpoint compliance to enable uninterrupted execution of mission-essential classified programs.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and support applications deployed in AWS and Kubernetes (K8s) environments for multiple classified programs at Fort Meade.
• Manage Docker-based services and containerized applications across production AWS and Kubernetes clusters.
• Perform application deployments, scaling, patching, monitoring, and troubleshooting in AWS and Kubernetes environments.
• Manage AWS cloud infrastructure and services required to support mission applications.
• Perform system and application-level auditing, logging, and compliance monitoring to meet customer security requirements.
• Support high-side networks and mission systems (NSANet, JWICS, and SIPRNet) in secure classified environments.
• Work hands-on with users to meet objectives and collaborate on solutions and problem resolutions.
• Stay current with cloud-native technologies and implement improvements to enhance performance, reliability, and security of program applications.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience managing Docker-based applications and containerized environments in production.
• Hands-on experience with AWS cloud services (EC2, EKS, RDS, S3, IAM, etc.) and Kubernetes.
• Strong Linux and Windows administration skills.
• Active Top Secret/SCI clearance with an active CI Poly.
• Experience supporting high-side classified networks (NSANet, JWICS, and/or SIPRNet).
• Familiarity with PKI, SSH, access control policies, and secure configuration best practices.
• Security+ certification (or ability to obtain) preferred.

Pay

A reasonable salary range for this position is $120,000–$200,000, based on local market conditions and candidate qualifications, including skills, education, and experience.

Benefits

Full Visibility prioritizes employee development, success, and morale, demonstrated by our recognition as a thirteen-time honoree for the Best Place to Work by the Washington Business Journal and inclusion on the Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Private Companies in America list eight times since 2014. Our benefits reflect our commitment to a FULL EMPLOYEE approach, considering each employee’s professional and personal well-being.

For a detailed overview of our company benefit offerings, visit https://www.fullvisibility.com/benefits.