At Agile Defense we know that action defines the outcome and new challenges require new solutions. That’s why we always look to the future and embrace change with an unmovable spirit and the courage to build for what comes next.
Our vision is to bring adaptive innovation to support our nation's most important missions through the seamless integration of advanced technologies, elite minds, and unparalleled agility—leveraging a foundation of speed, flexibility, and ingenuity to strengthen and protect our nation’s vital interests.
Requisition #: 25
Job Title: Cloud Platform Admin
Location: 850 Dryden Way Bldg 1923 Shaw AFB, South Carolina 29152
Clearance Level: Active DoD - Secret
Required Certification(s):
DoD IAT Level II Certification.
VMWare Certified Associate (CVA) OR equivalent certification
Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA) OR equivalent certification.
SUMMARY
To provide Cloud Platform Admin Support and DevOps support using primarily Kubernetes/Rancher. The candidate will work closely with onsite and remote operational teams to ensure the platform is operational.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide Tier 2/3 (diagnosis, analysis and troubleshooting and resolution for more complex/advanced network, client and end-user connectivity issues escalated by Tier 1 or 2 technical support staff).
Perform technical support and O&M activities identified in paragraph 3.3 (and subparagraphs), as required, for the supported Cloud platform.
Install, configure, operate, manage, troubleshoot, repair, upgrade, inspect and maintain virtual server systems in the DoD localized Kubernetes/Rancher (or equivalent) environment.
Deploy Kubernetes/Rancher (or equivalent) instances, and develop test and push applications into production.
Build, install, configure and maintain software and affiliated systems through the cloud implementation pipeline.
Perform application security patching, upgrades and enhancements.
Manage and maintain user accounts for virtual systems and applications in cloud environment.
Monitor virtual machines and application use and performance using automated tools.
Monitor system logs for errors and failures, and perform appropriate troubleshooting and maintenance.
Detect, analyze and resolve problems associated with platform, operating system and application software of virtual systems.
Document system administration procedures, instructions, configurations, changes and upgrades.
Assist with creation, modification and maintenance of documentation required for platform, system and software certification and accreditation (C&A).
Update and maintain as-built cloud platform configuration and connectivity drawings, diagrams and documentation, and publish semi-annually.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required Certifications
DoD 8570 IAT Level 2 (Security+) AND
VMWare Certified Associate (CVA) OR equivalent certification AND
Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA) OR equivalent certification.
Education, Background, and Years of Experience
2+ years Kubernetes/Rancher experience OR Pivotal Cloud Foundry (PCF) Administrator, Amazon Web services Certified Developer, DevOps Foundation OR equivalent certification.
ADDITIONAL SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
Required Skills
• Ability to work independently and as a team
• Ability to brief colleagues and leadership
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability and willingness to learn
• Ability to work in a high energy environment
WORKING CONDITIONS
Environmental Conditions
Typical office environment
Strength Demands
Light – 20 lbs. Maximum lifting with frequent lift/carry up to 10 lbs. A job is light if less lifting is involved but significant walking/standing is done or if done mostly sitting but requires push/pull on arm or leg controls.
Physical Requirements
Stand or Sit; Walk; Repetitive Motion; Use Hands / Fingers to Handle or Feel; Stoop, Kneel, Crouch, or Crawl; See; Push or Pull; Climb (stairs, ladders) or Balance (ascend / descend, work atop, traverse).
Employees of Agile Defense are our number one priority, and the importance we place on our culture here is fundamental. Our culture is alive and evolving, but it always stays true to its roots. Here, you are valued as a family member, and we believe that we can accomplish great things together. Agile Defense has been highly successful in the past few years due to our employees and the culture we create together. What makes us Agile? We call it the 6Hs, the values that define our culture and guide everything we do. Together, these values infuse vibrancy, integrity, and a tireless work ethic into advancing the most important national security and critical civilian missions. It's how we show up every day. It's who we are.
Happy - Be Infectious.
Happiness multiplies and creates a positive and connected environment where motivation and satisfaction have an outsized effect on everything we do.
Helpful - Be Supportive.
Being helpful is the foundation of teamwork, resulting in a supportive atmosphere where collaboration flourishes, and collective success is celebrated.
Honest - Be Trustworthy.
Honesty serves as our compass, ensuring transparent communication and ethical conduct, essential to who we are and the complex domains we support.
Humble - Be Grounded.
Success is not achieved alone, humility ensures a culture of mutual respect, encouraging open communication, and a willingness to learn from one another and take on any task.
Hungry - Be Eager.
Our hunger for excellence drives an insatiable appetite for innovation and continuous improvement, propelling us forward in the face of new and unprecedented challenges.
Hustle - Be Driven.
Hustle is reflected in our relentless work ethic, where we are each committed to going above and beyond to advance the mission and achieve success.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) 
