Kubernetes Security Engineer - 26-03236
Role summary
We are seeking an experienced IT professional with deep expertise in Kubernetes security and containerized environments. This role focuses on securing, validating, and optimizing a Kubernetes-based platform to ensure it is resilient, compliant, and aligned with best security practices. The position emphasizes security architecture review, governance, and operational protection rather than building systems from scratch.
### Job Title: Kubernetes Security Engineer
Location: Phoenix, AZ
### Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced IT professional with deep expertise in Kubernetes security and containerized environments. This role focuses on securing, validating, and optimizing a Kubernetes-based platform to ensure it is resilient, compliant, and aligned with best security practices.
The position emphasizes security architecture review, governance, and operational protection rather than building systems from scratch.
### Key Responsibilities
- Evaluate and validate Kubernetes-based system architecture and configurations
- Implement and enforce Kubernetes security best practices
- Secure containerized environments across cloud or hybrid infrastructures
- Configure and manage Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)
- Enforce network policies and secure communication between services
- Manage secrets securely using appropriate tools and practices
- Implement logging, monitoring, and alerting mechanisms
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and risk analysis
- Support incident response for containerized workloads
- Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors on security standards
- Ensure compliance with cybersecurity frameworks and regulatory requirements
- Maintain documentation for security controls and governance practices
### Required Qualifications
- Strong hands-on experience with Kubernetes security in cloud or hybrid environments
- Experience with container security practices including:
- Image scanning
- Runtime protection
- Secure deployment strategies
- Expertise in Kubernetes components and architecture
- Experience implementing RBAC, network policies, and secrets management
- Strong understanding of logging, monitoring, and alerting in container environments
- Experience with vulnerability management and incident response
### Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity with Kubernetes security tools (e.g., Falco, Aqua, Prisma Cloud, etc.)
- Knowledge of CIS Kubernetes Benchmarks
- Experience with frameworks such as NIST or similar compliance standards
- Experience working in regulated or public sector environments
- Strong understanding of security governance and risk management
*For more details reach at* *resumes@navitassols.com*