Kubernetes Engineer

Vertical Scope Group — Australia · Posted ~1 day ago

Full-time Onsite

Skills

Kubernetes Container technologies Kubeadm K3s Rancher Cluster administration System troubleshooting Secure systems Cluster architecture System deployment Containers

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Summary ✨ AI‑Generated

A technology consulting organization is seeking a Kubernetes Engineer for a long-term government and defense-focused engagement. The role involves administering and deploying secure, scalable Kubernetes solutions, troubleshooting clusters, and contributing to architecture. Permanent employees receive opportunities for training and certifications, with a structured path toward senior-level consulting work. Candidates are expected to be based in the designated Australian capital.

Highlights

Permanent opportunity offering Kubernetes-focused engineering work, professional training and certifications, hands-on cluster architecture and administration, and a pathway to develop toward senior consulting responsibilities.

Description

Join Vertical Scope Group’s (VSG) client in Canberra as we seek a driven, highly skilled and competent, NV2/PV cleared, Kubernetes Engineer to join our award-winning team in supporting our long-term costumer. This is a unique opportunity to join a client that has been with Vertical Scope Group for 15 years and has been delivering to defence and federal government for decades. The client is looking for permanent joiners, that are looking to be trained, receive certifications and build themselves into senior level consultants. About you Relevant Kubernetes certificationsExperience with container technologies (eg. Kubernetes)Knowledge and or experience with kubeadm, K3s or Rancher KubernetesHave a current NV2 or PV ideallyCanberra based About the role Deliver and administer functional system solutions using Kubernetes technologiesTroubleshoot and maintain scalable, repeatable and secure functional system solutionsContribute to cluster architecture and their deploymentIdentify opportunities to consolidate, simplify, streamline, and continually improve cloud based, or cloud utilising capabilitiesCarry out ongoing monitoring, logging and observability to ensure availability and currency of Kubernetes solutionsEnsure the capability remains secure and hardened, including regular patching, compliance and audit loggingContribute and develop automation and solution maturityEnsure appropriate documentation is maintainedCollaborate with the wider team as well as project Apply Now or Reach Out: If you're passionate about using your expertise to support critical national programs and want to be part of a team that truly values people — express your interest today. Apply with your CV or contact us for a confidential conversation. Know someone perfect? Refer them through our $1,000 referral program: www.verticalscope.com.au/refer-a-candidate Vertical Scope Group values diversity and encourages applications from veterans, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and individuals from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.