Careers at Darkwolfsolutions

Dark Wolf is actively seeking a Senior Penetration Tester to join our innovative team. This individual will play a critical role in assessing and enhancing the security of various products, including hardware, software, and embedded systems. This role demands a deep understanding of penetration testing methodologies and exploit development, focusing on identifying and mitigating vulnerabilities across a wide range of technologies. You will have the chance to work on cutting-edge technologies and contribute to the enhancement of security across a wide range of platforms. If you possess a strong background in penetration testing or red teaming, and have a passion for cybersecurity, we encourage you to apply for this lead role. This position is remote but may require travel to customer sites in VA and field sites, as needed. Job Responsibilities: Outlining plans to establish or leverage dynamically configurable, representative threat suites and network environments for scaled testing. Defining testing scenarios and automated test harnesses to characterize system detection, mitigation, and response capabilities against signature- and anomaly-based threats. Performing application security assessments targeting OWASP Top Ten vulnerabilities and API security vectors. Assessing wireless and RF security, including penetration testing on Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and Zigbee networks. Executing advanced vulnerability scanning, risk assessments, and manual verification to evaluate impact on system confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Conducting comprehensive penetration testing across hardware, software, firmware, RF, and network components. Developing and executing custom exploits, proof-of-concept attacks, and threat-emulation environments to demonstrate vulnerability impact. Documenting detailed technical findings, evaluating exploit effort and risk levels, and delivering actionable remediation strategies to strengthen product security. Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field Minimum of 5 years of experience across three or more domain areas: intelligence analysis, network engineering, network security, penetration testing, red team operations, hardware engineering, software engineering, exploit development, reverse engineering, or vulnerability assessment Proven ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams, customers, and external stakeholders Strong oral communication skills with experience leading briefing sessions, customer outreach, and user training Strong written communication skills with experience drafting technical status reports, case details, and system documentation Demonstrated experience synthesizing complex system analysis into clear technical reports, findings, and actionable recommendations U.S. Citizenship with an active Top Secret security clearance Desired Qualifications: Active professional certifications such as OSCP, PNPT, GPEN, CEH, or similar penetration testing and offensive security credentials Proven ability to research, develop, and execute complex exploits and proof-of-concept attacks Strong technical background in firmware analysis, binary exploitation, and embedded systems security assessments Proficiency in assessing cloud architectures and deployments across Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud Platform Familiarity with the NIST SP 800-53 security controls and risk management frameworks The salary range for this position is $155,000.00 - $170,000.00 commensurate on experience and technical skillset. We are open to considering a variety of levels of experience for these projects and potential for 1099 hourly opportunity. We are proud to be an EEO/AA Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity, confirm US Citizenship, and complete the required employment eligibility verification upon hire.

Dark Wolf seeking multiple levels of Systems Engineer to support the US Space Force, Space Systems Command, in performing operational maintenance and sustainment of ground-based radars. In support of the government customer, the SAIC Program Manager, and the Chief Engineer, the Systems Engineer is responsible for thorough planning, development and delivery of radar hardware and software modifications in response to change requests and deficiency reports. This position will be a hybrid opportunity with onsite support as required by the customer at Peterson SFB Colorado Springs, CO. Candidates must be located physically in the Colorado Springs, CO area or surrounding areas. Key Responsibilities: Performing Systems Engineering activities related to Information Technology and Engineering including: Requirements definition Analysis and engineering System analysis and design Interface and data architectures Maintenance, sustainment, and update to existing documentation Systems integration System operational performance analysis Ensuring the logical and systematic conversion of product requirements into total systems solutions that acknowledge technical, schedule, and cost constraints. Developing requirements and facilitates the Basis of Estimate, System Requirements Review, and Preliminary Design Review processes. Aiding in process mapping to ensure standardized and repeatable best practices. Performing functional analysis, timeline analysis, trade studies, requirements allocation, and interface definition studies. Translating customer requirements into hardware, software, and engineering specifications. Providing comprehensive information for selection, implementation techniques, and tools for the most efficient solution to meet business needs. Mid-level Engineer Required Qualifications: 5+ years of experience in Systems Engineering, DoD contracts, or Radar Systems Experience developing and/or sustaining national security, no-fail mission systems. Experience with large-scale Agile or SecDevOps teams/projects Experience with configuration and data management Experience with hardware and software test & evaluation of classified systems Experience translating operational requirements into system requirements; and system requirements into technical requirements/performance standards. Experience collaborating with Subject Matter Experts of multiple disciplines to include Cybersecurity, Test, Integration, Networking, Software, and Hardware Engineers. B.A. or B.S. Information Security, Computer Science or related discipline US Citizenship and currently possess a Secret security clearance Desired Qualifications: Experience operating in large-scale Agile or SecDevOps teams/projects, to include support to cost estimating, baseline and risk management, schedule development, performance monitoring and reporting Experience with a broad range of system types: custom developed HW/SW, COTS/GOTS HW/SW, and specialty engineering of exotic material/limited supply items. Experience sustaining PARCS, or other Strategic Warning and Surveillance radar systems such as PAVE PAWS and UEWR. Experience in systems engineering, Model-based Systems Engineering Experience managing teams/projects delivering solutions for missile warning or other national security space mission systems Knowledge of the Integrated Tactical Warning and Attack Assessment mission and associated enterprise. Experience maintaining national security mission networks Experience in cloud-hosted development, integration, and test capability. Experience implementing and sustaining distributed systems, virtual operating system environments, and virtual/augmented reality technologies. Experience updating antiquated systems to modern requirements. Senior-level Engineer Responsibilities: 9+ years of experience in Systems Engineering, DoD contracts, or Radar Systems Experience developing and/or sustaining national security, no-fail mission systems. Experience with large-scale Agile or SecDevOps teams/projects Experience with configuration and data management Experience with hardware and software test & evaluation of classified systems Experience translating operational requirements into system requirements; and system requirements into technical requirements/performance standards. Experience collaborating with Subject Matter Experts of multiple disciplines to include Cybersecurity, Test, Integration, Networking, Software, and Hardware Engineers. B.A. or B.S. Information Security, Computer Science or related discipline US Citizenship and currently possess a Secret security clearance Desired Qualifications: Experience operating in large-scale Agile or SecDevOps teams/projects, to include support to cost estimating, baseline and risk management, schedule development, performance monitoring and reporting Experience with a broad range of system types: custom developed HW/SW, COTS/GOTS HW/SW, and specialty engineering of exotic material/limited supply items. Experience sustaining PARCS, or other Strategic Warning and Surveillance radar systems such as PAVE PAWS and UEWR. Experience in systems engineering, Model-based Systems Engineering Experience managing teams/projects delivering solutions for missile warning or other national security space mission systems Knowledge of the Integrated Tactical Warning and Attack Assessment mission and associated enterprise. Experience maintaining national security mission networks Experience in cloud-hosted development, integration, and test capability. Experience implementing and sustaining distributed systems, virtual operating system environments, and virtual/augmented reality technologies. Experience updating antiquated systems to modern requirements. This position is located in Colorado Springs, CO. The estimated salary range for these positions are: Mid - $100,000.00 - $115,000.00, commensurate on experience and technical skillset Senior - $120,000.00 - $135,000.00 commensurate on experience and technical skillset We are strictly looking for direct, full-time W2 employees. We do not engage with third-party staffing agencies, C2C, or 1099 independent contractors for this role. We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity, confirm US Citizenship, and complete the required employment eligibility verification upon hire.

Dark Wolf is seeking a Senior Cybersecurity Engineer, Cloud Automation & Security Controls to join a collaborative team to assess and validate cybersecurity configurations and best practices of complex, cloud-based systems. The successful candidate will support both the Dark Wolf team and customer through advanced technical evaluations of cloud cybersecurity architecture best practices, ensuring high engineering standards of security and compliance. This position will be based out of the Washington DC Metro area and is onsite at customer locations. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Develop recommendations to remediate cybersecurity program deficiencies and improve client cybersecurity processes, technologies, and configurations. Conduct technical evaluations of information systems design, containerized applications, and cloud architecture, ensuring security and operational requirements align with NIST and CNSS controls. Validate the efficacy of information system cybersecurity policies and procedures. Develop automated methods to monitor and measure risk and security compliance efforts. Utilize automated cloud security posture assessment tools to continuously monitor the AWS environment for configuration drift, ensuring strict adherence to the Cloud Computing Security Requirements Guide. Leverage AI-assisted tools to ingest infrastructure-as-code (e.g., Terraform) and system documentation to rapidly identify cybersecurity and compliance gaps. Draft and brief statements of preliminary or residual cybersecurity risks for system operation. Assess the design and effectiveness of existing security controls and work with solution and product development teams to identify, define, and document additional controls based on solution-specific or product-specific requirements. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field. 5+ years of relevant Cybersecurity experience focusing on cybersecurity control assessment or implementation, penetration testing, or quality assurance testing. Active IAT Level 2 certification (i.e., Security+ CE, CySA+, CND, CCNA Security) Demonstrated experience conducting technical evaluations of information systems design, containerized applications, and cloud architecture. Ability to communicate on technical subjects using clear, concise, non-technical language to include strong written communications, ability to provide written feedback on documents, and ability to prepare briefings. US Citizenship and an active Top Secret security clearance. Desired Qualifications IAT Level 3 or higher certifications (e.g., CISSP, SecurityX, CCNP, CISA). Experience with Terraform, OpenTofu, or other declarative IaC tools. Understanding of container security (e.g., Kubernetes, Docker) and securing DevSecOps pipelines. Demonstrated experience giving technical guidance to cloud engineers and system administrators. The salary range for this position is estimated to be between $155,000.00 - $180,000.00, commensurate on experience and technical skillset. We will consider candidates at a Principal or Senior Principal (or equivalent level).

Dark Wolf is seeking multiple levels of Kubernetes Engineers to provide technical leadership in designing, building, and maintaining elastic, secure, and resilient cloud foundations. The Kubernetes Engineers will architect multi-cloud and hybrid environments (EKS/Fargate, AKS, GKE, or self-hosted), drive GitOps-based CI/CD pipelines, and sustain critical platform initiatives—including Iron Bank and Big Bang integrations. You will lead technical teams, implement zero-downtime and disaster recovery strategies, and enforce strict security, compliance, and RBAC policies across all operational environments. The Kubernetes Engineers will operate in a hybrid capacity out of any of our Dark Wolf offices. Mid-level Engineer: Provisioning, configuring, and monitoring containerized workloads and database solutions across Dev, Test, and Live environments using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and Helm. Packaging and hardening applications into containers; assist with upstream synchronization, vulnerability remediation, and documentation updates for Big Bang and Iron Bank packages. Supporting Continuous Integration and Delivery pipelines, managing container registries and GitOps workflows. Resolving operational incident escalations, troubleshoot functional/performance issues, and assist with zero-downtime release deployments. Required Qualifications: 3-5 years of relevant experience 3+ years of cloud/container engineering experience Experience working on DevSecOps teams Experience with cloud systems, such as AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure, by supporting deployments and architecture setups Experience with Helm Charts Understanding of each component of Kubernetes control plan Security and compliance knowledge for Kubernetes Knowledge of Linux and networking CKA Certification highly desired Senior-level Engineer: Senior-level Engineer Responsibilities: Implementing service-mesh (Istio) configurations, custom Helm charts, Custom Resource Definitions (CRDs), and custom admission controllers. Overseeing 100% compliance and security postures for assigned Platform One/Big Bang packages, ensuring successful release branch merges and upstream syncs. Designing network connectivity, zero-downtime deployment strategies, and multi-region failover/failback procedures. Leading technical tasks within Agile teams, contribute to capacity planning and demand forecasting, and provide direct technical mentorship to junior/mid-level engineers. Functioning as a technical expert across the team and tasks Required Qualifications: 5-7 years of relevant experience 5+ years of experience working with Kubernetes/containers Experience working on DevSecOps teams Strong experience with infrastructure tools like Helm, Docker, and Terraform Experience with Istio Security and compliance knowledge for Kubernetes Knowledge of multiple cloud platforms, such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Experience in building automation and configuration management tools (e.g. Ansible, Terraform) Extensive knowledge of Linux and networking Experience with Helm Charts CKA Certification Subject Matter Expert (SME) Engineer Architecting elastic, cost-effective, resilient cloud foundations using loosely coupled designs across multi-cloud and hybrid environments. Designing multi-datacenter Disaster Recovery (DR) strategies, zero-downtime architectures, and complex data protection/auditing frameworks. Assessing and establishing strategic RBAC standards, platform security policies, and continuous compliance frameworks across all enterprise Kubernetes clusters (including Iron Bank). Providing top-tier technical authority across Platform One infrastructure and innovation teams, shape long-term capacity forecasts, and make critical architectural decisions. Providing technical/management leadership on major tasks or technology assignments. Required Qualifications: 8+ years of relevant experience 7+ years of experience working with Kubernetes/containers 3+ years of experience providing technical guidance to other engineers Experience on DevSecOps teams Expertise with infrastructure tools like Helm, Docker, and Terraform Expertise with Platform One tools Knowledge of multiple cloud platforms, such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Expertise with Istio Deep knowledge of security and compliance for Kubernetes Strong experience in building automation and configuration management tools (e.g. Ansible, Terraform) Extensive expertise of Linux and networking The estimated salary range for these positions are: Mid - $110,000.00 - $160,000.00, commensurate on experience and technical skillset Senior - $150,000.00 - $180,000.00 commensurate on experience and technical skillset SME - $180,000.00 - $220,000.00, commensurate on experience and technical skillset We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity, confirm US Citizenship, and complete the required employment eligibility verification upon hire. We are strictly looking for direct, full-time W2 employees.

Dark Wolf is seeking multiple levels of Kubernetes Engineers to provide technical leadership in designing, building, and maintaining elastic, secure, and resilient cloud foundations. The Kubernetes Engineers will architect multi-cloud and hybrid environments (EKS/Fargate, AKS, GKE, or self-hosted), drive GitOps-based CI/CD pipelines, and sustain critical platform initiatives—including Iron Bank and Big Bang integrations. You will lead technical teams, implement zero-downtime and disaster recovery strategies, and enforce strict security, compliance, and RBAC policies across all operational environments. The Kubernetes Engineers will operate in a hybrid capacity out of any of our Dark Wolf offices. Mid-level Engineer: Provisioning, configuring, and monitoring containerized workloads and database solutions across Dev, Test, and Live environments using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and Helm. Packaging and hardening applications into containers; assist with upstream synchronization, vulnerability remediation, and documentation updates for Big Bang and Iron Bank packages. Supporting Continuous Integration and Delivery pipelines, managing container registries and GitOps workflows. Resolving operational incident escalations, troubleshoot functional/performance issues, and assist with zero-downtime release deployments. Required Qualifications: 3-5 years of relevant experience 3+ years of cloud/container engineering experience Experience working on DevSecOps teams Experience with cloud systems, such as AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure, by supporting deployments and architecture setups Experience with Helm Charts Understanding of each component of Kubernetes control plan Security and compliance knowledge for Kubernetes Knowledge of Linux and networking CKA Certification highly desired Senior-level Engineer: Senior-level Engineer Responsibilities: Implementing service-mesh (Istio) configurations, custom Helm charts, Custom Resource Definitions (CRDs), and custom admission controllers. Overseeing 100% compliance and security postures for assigned Platform One/Big Bang packages, ensuring successful release branch merges and upstream syncs. Designing network connectivity, zero-downtime deployment strategies, and multi-region failover/failback procedures. Leading technical tasks within Agile teams, contribute to capacity planning and demand forecasting, and provide direct technical mentorship to junior/mid-level engineers. Functioning as a technical expert across the team and tasks Required Qualifications: 5-7 years of relevant experience 5+ years of experience working with Kubernetes/containers Experience working on DevSecOps teams Strong experience with infrastructure tools like Helm, Docker, and Terraform Experience with Istio Security and compliance knowledge for Kubernetes Knowledge of multiple cloud platforms, such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Experience in building automation and configuration management tools (e.g. Ansible, Terraform) Extensive knowledge of Linux and networking Experience with Helm Charts CKA Certification Subject Matter Expert (SME) Engineer Architecting elastic, cost-effective, resilient cloud foundations using loosely coupled designs across multi-cloud and hybrid environments. Designing multi-datacenter Disaster Recovery (DR) strategies, zero-downtime architectures, and complex data protection/auditing frameworks. Assessing and establishing strategic RBAC standards, platform security policies, and continuous compliance frameworks across all enterprise Kubernetes clusters (including Iron Bank). Providing top-tier technical authority across Platform One infrastructure and innovation teams, shape long-term capacity forecasts, and make critical architectural decisions. Providing technical/management leadership on major tasks or technology assignments. Required Qualifications: 8+ years of relevant experience 7+ years of experience working with Kubernetes/containers 3+ years of experience providing technical guidance to other engineers Experience on DevSecOps teams Expertise with infrastructure tools like Helm, Docker, and Terraform Expertise with Platform One tools Knowledge of multiple cloud platforms, such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Expertise with Istio Deep knowledge of security and compliance for Kubernetes Strong experience in building automation and configuration management tools (e.g. Ansible, Terraform) Extensive expertise of Linux and networking The estimated salary range for these positions are: Mid - $110,000.00 - $160,000.00, commensurate on experience and technical skillset Senior - $150,000.00 - $180,000.00 commensurate on experience and technical skillset SME - $180,000.00 - $220,000.00, commensurate on experience and technical skillset We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity, confirm US Citizenship, and complete the required employment eligibility verification upon hire. We are strictly looking for direct, full-time W2 employees.

Dark Wolf is seeking multiple levels of Kubernetes Engineers to provide technical leadership in designing, building, and maintaining elastic, secure, and resilient cloud foundations. The Kubernetes Engineers will architect multi-cloud and hybrid environments (EKS/Fargate, AKS, GKE, or self-hosted), drive GitOps-based CI/CD pipelines, and sustain critical platform initiatives—including Iron Bank and Big Bang integrations. You will lead technical teams, implement zero-downtime and disaster recovery strategies, and enforce strict security, compliance, and RBAC policies across all operational environments. The Kubernetes Engineers will operate in a hybrid capacity out of any of our Dark Wolf offices. Mid-level Engineer: Provisioning, configuring, and monitoring containerized workloads and database solutions across Dev, Test, and Live environments using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and Helm. Packaging and hardening applications into containers; assist with upstream synchronization, vulnerability remediation, and documentation updates for Big Bang and Iron Bank packages. Supporting Continuous Integration and Delivery pipelines, managing container registries and GitOps workflows. Resolving operational incident escalations, troubleshoot functional/performance issues, and assist with zero-downtime release deployments. Required Qualifications: 3-5 years of relevant experience 3+ years of cloud/container engineering experience Experience working on DevSecOps teams Experience with cloud systems, such as AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure, by supporting deployments and architecture setups Experience with Helm Charts Understanding of each component of Kubernetes control plan Security and compliance knowledge for Kubernetes Knowledge of Linux and networking CKA Certification highly desired Senior-level Engineer: Senior-level Engineer Responsibilities: Implementing service-mesh (Istio) configurations, custom Helm charts, Custom Resource Definitions (CRDs), and custom admission controllers. Overseeing 100% compliance and security postures for assigned Platform One/Big Bang packages, ensuring successful release branch merges and upstream syncs. Designing network connectivity, zero-downtime deployment strategies, and multi-region failover/failback procedures. Leading technical tasks within Agile teams, contribute to capacity planning and demand forecasting, and provide direct technical mentorship to junior/mid-level engineers. Functioning as a technical expert across the team and tasks Required Qualifications: 5-7 years of relevant experience 5+ years of experience working with Kubernetes/containers Experience working on DevSecOps teams Strong experience with infrastructure tools like Helm, Docker, and Terraform Experience with Istio Security and compliance knowledge for Kubernetes Knowledge of multiple cloud platforms, such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Experience in building automation and configuration management tools (e.g. Ansible, Terraform) Extensive knowledge of Linux and networking Experience with Helm Charts CKA Certification Subject Matter Expert (SME) Engineer Architecting elastic, cost-effective, resilient cloud foundations using loosely coupled designs across multi-cloud and hybrid environments. Designing multi-datacenter Disaster Recovery (DR) strategies, zero-downtime architectures, and complex data protection/auditing frameworks. Assessing and establishing strategic RBAC standards, platform security policies, and continuous compliance frameworks across all enterprise Kubernetes clusters (including Iron Bank). Providing top-tier technical authority across Platform One infrastructure and innovation teams, shape long-term capacity forecasts, and make critical architectural decisions. Providing technical/management leadership on major tasks or technology assignments. Required Qualifications: 8+ years of relevant experience 7+ years of experience working with Kubernetes/containers 3+ years of experience providing technical guidance to other engineers Experience on DevSecOps teams Expertise with infrastructure tools like Helm, Docker, and Terraform Expertise with Platform One tools Knowledge of multiple cloud platforms, such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Expertise with Istio Deep knowledge of security and compliance for Kubernetes Strong experience in building automation and configuration management tools (e.g. Ansible, Terraform) Extensive expertise of Linux and networking The estimated salary range for these positions are: Mid - $110,000.00 - $160,000.00, commensurate on experience and technical skillset Senior - $150,000.00 - $180,000.00 commensurate on experience and technical skillset SME - $180,000.00 - $220,000.00, commensurate on experience and technical skillset We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity, confirm US Citizenship, and complete the required employment eligibility verification upon hire. We are strictly looking for direct, full-time W2 employees.

Dark Wolf is seeking multiple levels of Kubernetes Engineers to provide technical leadership in designing, building, and maintaining elastic, secure, and resilient cloud foundations. The Kubernetes Engineers will architect multi-cloud and hybrid environments (EKS/Fargate, AKS, GKE, or self-hosted), drive GitOps-based CI/CD pipelines, and sustain critical platform initiatives—including Iron Bank and Big Bang integrations. You will lead technical teams, implement zero-downtime and disaster recovery strategies, and enforce strict security, compliance, and RBAC policies across all operational environments. The Kubernetes Engineers will operate in a hybrid capacity out of any of our Dark Wolf offices. Mid-level Engineer: Provisioning, configuring, and monitoring containerized workloads and database solutions across Dev, Test, and Live environments using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and Helm. Packaging and hardening applications into containers; assist with upstream synchronization, vulnerability remediation, and documentation updates for Big Bang and Iron Bank packages. Supporting Continuous Integration and Delivery pipelines, managing container registries and GitOps workflows. Resolving operational incident escalations, troubleshoot functional/performance issues, and assist with zero-downtime release deployments. Required Qualifications: 3-5 years of relevant experience 3+ years of cloud/container engineering experience Experience working on DevSecOps teams Experience with cloud systems, such as AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure, by supporting deployments and architecture setups Experience with Helm Charts Understanding of each component of Kubernetes control plan Security and compliance knowledge for Kubernetes Knowledge of Linux and networking CKA Certification highly desired Senior-level Engineer: Senior-level Engineer Responsibilities: Implementing service-mesh (Istio) configurations, custom Helm charts, Custom Resource Definitions (CRDs), and custom admission controllers. Overseeing 100% compliance and security postures for assigned Platform One/Big Bang packages, ensuring successful release branch merges and upstream syncs. Designing network connectivity, zero-downtime deployment strategies, and multi-region failover/failback procedures. Leading technical tasks within Agile teams, contribute to capacity planning and demand forecasting, and provide direct technical mentorship to junior/mid-level engineers. Functioning as a technical expert across the team and tasks Required Qualifications: 5-7 years of relevant experience 5+ years of experience working with Kubernetes/containers Experience working on DevSecOps teams Strong experience with infrastructure tools like Helm, Docker, and Terraform Experience with Istio Security and compliance knowledge for Kubernetes Knowledge of multiple cloud platforms, such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Experience in building automation and configuration management tools (e.g. Ansible, Terraform) Extensive knowledge of Linux and networking Experience with Helm Charts CKA Certification Subject Matter Expert (SME) Engineer Architecting elastic, cost-effective, resilient cloud foundations using loosely coupled designs across multi-cloud and hybrid environments. Designing multi-datacenter Disaster Recovery (DR) strategies, zero-downtime architectures, and complex data protection/auditing frameworks. Assessing and establishing strategic RBAC standards, platform security policies, and continuous compliance frameworks across all enterprise Kubernetes clusters (including Iron Bank). Providing top-tier technical authority across Platform One infrastructure and innovation teams, shape long-term capacity forecasts, and make critical architectural decisions. Providing technical/management leadership on major tasks or technology assignments. Required Qualifications: 8+ years of relevant experience 7+ years of experience working with Kubernetes/containers 3+ years of experience providing technical guidance to other engineers Experience on DevSecOps teams Expertise with infrastructure tools like Helm, Docker, and Terraform Expertise with Platform One tools Knowledge of multiple cloud platforms, such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Expertise with Istio Deep knowledge of security and compliance for Kubernetes Strong experience in building automation and configuration management tools (e.g. Ansible, Terraform) Extensive expertise of Linux and networking The estimated salary range for these positions are: Mid - $110,000.00 - $160,000.00, commensurate on experience and technical skillset Senior - $150,000.00 - $180,000.00 commensurate on experience and technical skillset SME - $180,000.00 - $220,000.00, commensurate on experience and technical skillset We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity, confirm US Citizenship, and complete the required employment eligibility verification upon hire. We are strictly looking for direct, full-time W2 employees.

Dark Wolf is seeking multiple levels of Kubernetes Engineers to provide technical leadership in designing, building, and maintaining elastic, secure, and resilient cloud foundations. The Kubernetes Engineers will architect multi-cloud and hybrid environments (EKS/Fargate, AKS, GKE, or self-hosted), drive GitOps-based CI/CD pipelines, and sustain critical platform initiatives—including Iron Bank and Big Bang integrations. You will lead technical teams, implement zero-downtime and disaster recovery strategies, and enforce strict security, compliance, and RBAC policies across all operational environments. The Kubernetes Engineers will operate in a hybrid capacity out of any of our Dark Wolf offices. Mid-level Engineer: Provisioning, configuring, and monitoring containerized workloads and database solutions across Dev, Test, and Live environments using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and Helm. Packaging and hardening applications into containers; assist with upstream synchronization, vulnerability remediation, and documentation updates for Big Bang and Iron Bank packages. Supporting Continuous Integration and Delivery pipelines, managing container registries and GitOps workflows. Resolving operational incident escalations, troubleshoot functional/performance issues, and assist with zero-downtime release deployments. Required Qualifications: 3-5 years of relevant experience 3+ years of cloud/container engineering experience Experience working on DevSecOps teams Experience with cloud systems, such as AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure, by supporting deployments and architecture setups Experience with Helm Charts Understanding of each component of Kubernetes control plan Security and compliance knowledge for Kubernetes Knowledge of Linux and networking CKA Certification highly desired Senior-level Engineer: Senior-level Engineer Responsibilities: Implementing service-mesh (Istio) configurations, custom Helm charts, Custom Resource Definitions (CRDs), and custom admission controllers. Overseeing 100% compliance and security postures for assigned Platform One/Big Bang packages, ensuring successful release branch merges and upstream syncs. Designing network connectivity, zero-downtime deployment strategies, and multi-region failover/failback procedures. Leading technical tasks within Agile teams, contribute to capacity planning and demand forecasting, and provide direct technical mentorship to junior/mid-level engineers. Functioning as a technical expert across the team and tasks Required Qualifications: 5-7 years of relevant experience 5+ years of experience working with Kubernetes/containers Experience working on DevSecOps teams Strong experience with infrastructure tools like Helm, Docker, and Terraform Experience with Istio Security and compliance knowledge for Kubernetes Knowledge of multiple cloud platforms, such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Experience in building automation and configuration management tools (e.g. Ansible, Terraform) Extensive knowledge of Linux and networking Experience with Helm Charts CKA Certification Subject Matter Expert (SME) Engineer Architecting elastic, cost-effective, resilient cloud foundations using loosely coupled designs across multi-cloud and hybrid environments. Designing multi-datacenter Disaster Recovery (DR) strategies, zero-downtime architectures, and complex data protection/auditing frameworks. Assessing and establishing strategic RBAC standards, platform security policies, and continuous compliance frameworks across all enterprise Kubernetes clusters (including Iron Bank). Providing top-tier technical authority across Platform One infrastructure and innovation teams, shape long-term capacity forecasts, and make critical architectural decisions. Providing technical/management leadership on major tasks or technology assignments. Required Qualifications: 8+ years of relevant experience 7+ years of experience working with Kubernetes/containers 3+ years of experience providing technical guidance to other engineers Experience on DevSecOps teams Expertise with infrastructure tools like Helm, Docker, and Terraform Expertise with Platform One tools Knowledge of multiple cloud platforms, such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Expertise with Istio Deep knowledge of security and compliance for Kubernetes Strong experience in building automation and configuration management tools (e.g. Ansible, Terraform) Extensive expertise of Linux and networking The estimated salary range for these positions are: Mid - $110,000.00 - $160,000.00, commensurate on experience and technical skillset Senior - $150,000.00 - $180,000.00 commensurate on experience and technical skillset SME - $180,000.00 - $220,000.00, commensurate on experience and technical skillset We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity, confirm US Citizenship, and complete the required employment eligibility verification upon hire. We are strictly looking for direct, full-time W2 employees.

Dark Wolf Solutions is seeking a Mid-level Cybersecurity Engineer / Risk Management Framework (RMF) Specialist to lead and execute the security authorization process for our systems and applications in compliance with NIST guidelines and DoD regulations. This individual will be responsible for navigating the RMF lifecycle, developing security documentation, conducting risk assessments, and ensuring that our systems meet the highest standards of security and compliance. This position offers a critical opportunity for a motivated and detail-oriented security professional to leverage their RMF expertise, contribute to the protection of sensitive information, and play a vital role in securing our nation's critical infrastructure. Key Responsibilities: Responsible for concentrating on overall technical and operational effectiveness of capabilities in coordination with the COTR and Sponsor Staff management. Cyber Security teams are responsible for providing recommendations on continuous improvement of the processes and architectures supporting the overall Cyber Defense operational activities including, but not limited to: analysis, incident handling and reporting products, and the reporting lifecycle. Ensures the effective operations of Agency IT systems and network defenses, providing effective incident response capabilities, usable and effective reports that address overall situational awareness. This individual works to maximize the use of existing tools to correlate information and synthesize data into usable and actionable events. Identifies and provides an agile approach to the automation of any manual and inefficient processes that exist across the cyber defense program and to work with the Sponsor to recommend and implement technical solutions designed to return time to mission. Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Engineering, or a related technical field 3 years minimum of relevant experience Experience in security risk assessment and management in cloud environments (GCP preferred) Experience building authorization packages US Citizenship required with an active Secret clearance or interim Secret clearance This role is primarily remote. The compensation for this role is estimated to be between $120,000-$150,000, commensurate on experience. We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity, confirm US Citizenship, and complete the required employment eligibility verification upon hire.

Dark Wolf Solutions is seeking a Mid-level Cybersecurity Engineer / Risk Management Framework (RMF) Specialist to lead and execute the security authorization process for our systems and applications in compliance with NIST guidelines and DoD regulations. This individual will be responsible for navigating the RMF lifecycle, developing security documentation, conducting risk assessments, and ensuring that our systems meet the highest standards of security and compliance. This position offers a critical opportunity for a motivated and detail-oriented security professional to leverage their RMF expertise, contribute to the protection of sensitive information, and play a vital role in securing our nation's critical infrastructure. Key Responsibilities: Responsible for concentrating on overall technical and operational effectiveness of capabilities in coordination with the COTR and Sponsor Staff management. Cyber Security teams are responsible for providing recommendations on continuous improvement of the processes and architectures supporting the overall Cyber Defense operational activities including, but not limited to: analysis, incident handling and reporting products, and the reporting lifecycle. Ensures the effective operations of Agency IT systems and network defenses, providing effective incident response capabilities, usable and effective reports that address overall situational awareness. This individual works to maximize the use of existing tools to correlate information and synthesize data into usable and actionable events. Identifies and provides an agile approach to the automation of any manual and inefficient processes that exist across the cyber defense program and to work with the Sponsor to recommend and implement technical solutions designed to return time to mission. Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Engineering, or a related technical field 3 years minimum of relevant experience Experience in security risk assessment and management in cloud environments (GCP preferred) Experience building authorization packages US Citizenship required with an active Secret clearance or interim Secret clearance This role is primarily remote. The compensation for this role is estimated to be between $120,000-$150,000, commensurate on experience. We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity, confirm US Citizenship, and complete the required employment eligibility verification upon hire.