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Senior Linux & Kubernetes Administrator

Quevera South Laurel, Maryland, United States

8 h ago
kubernetes Principal (10+ yrs) Full-time United States
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About the role

The role involves providing Linux systems administration and engineering support within a mission-focused Kubernetes environment. You will support software development projects as they move toward production readiness while managing container technologies and associated tooling.

What they look for

Linux Kubernetes CentOS Red Hat Enterprise Linux Bash scripting Container technologies Systems administration Security+ Python Ansible Salt VMware Agile DevOps Encryption Key management

Requirements

Candidates must possess an active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph and at least ten years of Linux systems engineering experience. Proficiency in RHEL/CentOS, Kubernetes, and Bash scripting is required, along with an active CompTIA Security+ certification.

Benefits

Medical coverage Dental insurance Vision insurance Short-term disability coverage Long-term disability coverage Life insurance Education and training stipend Professional development 401(k) match Profit-sharing

Full description

Job Description:

Quevera is seeking a Senior Linux & Kubernetes Administrator with an active TS/SCI Clearance with Polygraph in Laurel, Maryland.

This role supports a high-visibility mission environment and a software development and engineering project focused on preparing a system for production. The position involves Linux systems administration and engineering support within a Kubernetes-based environment, including container technologies and associated tooling.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Provide Linux systems administration and engineering support within a mission-focused environment.
  • Administer and support Linux systems, including CentOS and Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL).
  • Support Kubernetes-based environments, including associated tooling and container technologies.
  • Provide technical support to a software development and engineering project as it progresses toward production readiness.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Active TS/SCI Clearance with Polygraph required.
  • Minimum of ten (10) years of Linux systems administration or engineering experience.
  • Experience administering Linux environments, including CentOS and Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL).
  • Experience with Kubernetes (K8s), including Kubernetes tooling and container fundamentals.
  • Experience with Bash scripting.
  • Active CompTIA Security+ certification.

Desired Skills:

  • Red Hat certification.
  • Experience with high-side or classified networking environments.
  • Experience with Python, Ansible, Salt, and VMware.
  • Experience with Agile methodologies and DevOps practices.
  • Knowledge of key management and encryption technologies.
  • Experience with storage, networking, security compliance, authentication, and physical server administration.
  • Current or recently held SYS3 PRIVAC access level.

Work Schedule:

  • Monday–Friday schedule with availability to support team coverage between 6:00 AM and 6:00 PM.

Why Join Quevera?

Award-Winning Culture

Quevera was recognized as a Top Workplace in the Washington, DC/Baltimore region for 2025, marking our fifth consecutive year receiving this distinction based on employee feedback.

Outstanding Benefits

We invest in our employees and their families through a highly competitive benefits package, including:

  • 100% employer-paid medical coverage (optional plan)
  • Competitive options for Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
  • Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage
  • Employer-paid life insurance
  • $5,000 annually for education, training, certifications, and professional development
  • Career advancement through our structured iQTouch Program
  • Up to 6% 401(k) match
  • Additional 4% profit-sharing contribution, at company discretion

At Quevera, we believe exceptional people deserve exceptional opportunities. We're more than just a workplace—we're a team of innovators, problem-solvers, and industry experts committed to delivering mission-critical solutions while fostering professional growth, collaboration, and technical excellence.

Quevera is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age or any other characteristic protected by law. #LI-AA1

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