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Position Overview: The Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) will play a key role in building and managing Kubernetes platforms that support cloud-native applications and services. This position focuses on architecting and managing reliable, scalable, and secure Kubernetes-based platforms on AWS, ensuring high availability and performance while optimizing costs and automation. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with AWS infrastructure, Kubernetes platform creation, Helm charts, Karpenter scaling, and Istio service mesh. Key Responsibilities: Kubernetes Platform Creation: Design, implement, and maintain highly available, scalable, and fault-tolerant Kubernetes platforms. Ensure clusters are optimized for production workloads, providing high resilience and operational efficiency. AWS Infrastructure Management: Build, manage, and optimize AWS cloud infrastructure, including EKS,ECS, S3, VPCs, RDS, IAM, and more. Implement best practices for cost management, scaling, and security within AWS. Helm Management: Utilize Helm to automate and streamline the deployment of applications and services to Kubernetes clusters. Create, maintain, and manage Helm charts for production-ready deployments. Karpenter Implementation: Implement and manage Karpenter to dynamically scale Kubernetes clusters in response to workload demands. Istio Service Mesh Management: Configure and manage Istio to provide service-to-service communication, security, and observability within the Kubernetes clusters. Enable fine-grained traffic management, service discovery, and policy enforcement. Platform Automation & Scaling: Automate the deployment, scaling, and management of infrastructure and applications. Work with CI/CD pipelines to ensure a seamless flow from development to production with minimal downtime. Incident Management & Troubleshooting: Respond to incidents, troubleshoot, and resolve system issues related to performance, availability, and security in a timely and effective manner. Security & Compliance: Design and implement secure cloud infrastructure with appropriate access controls, network security, and compliance frameworks. Documentation & Knowledge Sharing: Create and maintain detailed documentation for Kubernetes platform setup, operational procedures, and best practices. Promote knowledge sharing across teams. Required Qualifications: 3+ years of experience with Kubernetes/ K8s, Helm,Karpenter,Istio; 5+ years of Experience with infrastructure-as-code tools like Terraform , Chef or Ansible 5+ years of Experience with serverless computing (AWS Lambda, API Gateway) and microservices architecture. Experience with multi-region cloud environments. Proven experience with AWS (EC2, RDS, S3, CloudFormation, IAM, etc.) and solid understanding of cloud-native architectures. Strong expertise in Kubernetes platform creation , management, and optimization (e.g., setting up highly available clusters, networking, and storage). Hands-on experience with Helm for Kubernetes application deployment and management. Practical experience with Karpenter for dynamic scaling of Kubernetes clusters and optimizing resource usage.Expertise in managing and securing Istio for service mesh, including traffic management, security, and observability features. Proficiency in CI/CD pipelines and automation tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab, CircleCI, Terraform, Ansible, Spinnaker).Strong scripting and automation skills in Python , Bash , or Go for infrastructure management and platform automation. Experience with monitoring, logging, and alerting tools such as Prometheus , Grafana , CloudWatch , and ELK Stack . Preferred Qualifications: Understanding of security best practices for cloud platforms and Kubernetes (e.g., role-based access control (RBAC), encryption, and compliance frameworks). Familiarity with Docker and containerization principles. Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent professional experience). Certifications (Preferred): CKA (Certified Kubernetes Administrator), CKAD (Certified Kubernetes Application Developer), or AWS Certified DevOps Engineer are highly desirable.

What You ll Be Doing: Lead and implement secure, scalable Kubernetes clusters across on-prem, hybrid, and cloud environments. Integrate security throughout the cluster lifecycle (design to production) with network policies, RBAC, Pod Security Policies, and encryption. Work with development teams to enforce secure containerization practices and integrate security tools into CI/CD pipelines. Implement secure networking, service meshes (Istio, Linkerd), and implement mutual TLS for secure service-to-service communication. Secure CI/CD pipelines with automated security checks (code scanning, vulnerability assessments, configuration checks). Automate Kubernetes infrastructure provisioning with IaC tools (Terraform, CloudFormation, Ansible), embedding security best practices. Enhance automation workflows for patching, vulnerability assessments, and incident response. Implement observability strategies with Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack, and Loki for monitoring health, logging, performance, and security. Ensure security events are logged, monitored, and proactively mitigated. Participate in incident response, on-call rotations, root cause analysis, and post-incident reviews to refine security protocols. Define, document, and enforce Kubernetes security best practices and policies. What You ll Bring to the Role: Strong knowledge in Kubernetes, ECS, and migrating applications to cloud-native environments, ensuring security at every stage. Experience in designing secure identity management and access control solutions for Kubernetes, ECS, and cloud platforms. Experience in migrating legacy applications to Kubernetes and ECS, optimizing for security and scalability. Skilled in managing and securing cloud identities, roles, and implementing RBAC in Kubernetes and ECS. Extensive experience in securing and automating CI/CD pipelines with tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI, ArgoCD, and Spinnaker. Hands-on experience with container security using tools like Aqua Security, Twistlock, and runtime protection practices. In-depth understanding of service meshes like Istio and Linkerd, and securing communications with mutual TLS encryption. Expertise in using IaC tools like Terraform, CloudFormation, and Ansible for secure infrastructure automation. Skilled in using Prometheus, Grafana, and ELK Stack for real-time monitoring and proactive incident detection. Experience in managing incidents, troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and improving security protocols. Strong ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and mentor junior engineers, promoting a security-first culture. Knowledge on secrets in Kubernetes using Vault, Secrets Manager, or Kubernetes Secrets. Experience & Qualifications: 5+ years of experience in managing large-scale, secure Kubernetes clusters, including architecture, security, and scalability. 5+ years of hands-on experience with ECS (Elastic Container Service) and migrating legacy monolithic applications to cloud-native environments (Kubernetes/ECS). 3+ years of experience in cloud security, including IAM (Identity and Access Management), role-based access control (RBAC), and secure identity management for cloud platforms and Kubernetes. 3+ years of experience in automating CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Spinnaker, Jenkins or ArgoCD with an emphasis on integrating security throughout the process. Strong knowledge of service mesh technologies (Istio, Linkerd) and secure networking practices in Kubernetes environments, including mutual TLS encryption. Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, CloudFormation, or Ansible, and the ability to automate infrastructure provisioning with a security-first approach. Proven experience in implementing monitoring and observability solutions with Prometheus, Grafana, Loki or similar tools to enhance security and detect incidents in real-time. Strong problem-solving skills with hands-on experience in incident management, troubleshooting, and conducting post-incident analysis. Excellent collaboration skills with experience working cross-functionally with security engineers, developers, and DevOps teams to enforce security best practices and policies. Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience. Certifications (preferred): CKA (Certified Kubernetes Administrator), CKAD (Certified Kubernetes Application Developer), AWS Certified DevOps Engineer, or equivalent certifications in cloud and security domains.

DevOps Architect NP : Immediate to 30 days max Required Skills & Qualifications: Educational Background: Bachelors or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Technical Expertise: Experience : 10+ years in DevOps, infrastructure engineering, or related fields, with 3+ years in a DevOps architecture role. Cloud Expertise : Deep experience with Azure (preferred) and AWS, with knowledge of GCP. Extensive understanding of cloud architecture, best practices, and platform-agnostic design. CI/CD : Expertise in CI/CD tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, and Azure DevOps, with advanced pipeline configuration, plugin management, and automation strategies. Infrastructure as Code (IaC) : Advanced skills in Terraform, CloudFormation, and Ansible for scalable, reliable, and secure cloud infrastructure. Container Orchestration : Proficient in Kubernetes and Docker, with experience designing and managing containerized, orchestrated environments. Monitoring & Logging : Skilled in Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack, and Splunk, especially in managing high-availability, large-scale systems. Customer Interaction : Presales & Solutioning : Engage in presales, estimating efforts, and defining solution approaches for new projects. Proof of Concept (POC) : Design and lead POCs to showcase solution feasibility and innovation, using latest tools and best practices in the industry. Optimization : Continually improve and optimize existing infrastructure for performance, security, and cost-effectiveness. Architecture for Secure, Scalable, and Latest Technologies : Security : Architect secure DevOps workflows, implementing best practices like access control, vulnerability scanning, and compliance adherence. Scalability : Design scalable solutions that handle growing data and user demands, especially in multi-cloud and hybrid environments. Latest Technologies : Stay updated on advancements, particularly in Kubernetes, IaC, and cloud management, to ensure solutions leverage cutting-edge tools. Scripting & Programming : Strong scripting abilities in Python, Bash, or PowerShell, with knowledge of automation frameworks. Experience with API integration and automation using RESTful services and third-party integrations. Soft Skills : Strong leadership skills, focused on collaboration, mentorship, and strategic vision. Analytical problem-solving approach, with a data-driven mindset for optimizing infrastructure. Exceptional communication skills, capable of translating technical requirements to business stakeholders. Certifications (Preferred): Certified DevOps Architect, AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, or equivalent. Key Responsibilities: Architecture & Design : Lead the design and implementation of scalable, resilient cloud architectures on AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP). Establish DevOps standards, frameworks, and architectural guidelines to drive consistency across development, QA, and production environments. Create and maintain architecture diagrams, design documents, and infrastructure specifications. CI/CD Pipeline Management : Architect and optimize CI/CD pipelines for high efficiency, supporting continuous integration, automated testing, and smooth deployment workflows. Identify and implement tools to enhance the CI/CD process, ensuring robust automation across all stages of the SDLC. Enable version control and release management processes aligned with development needs. Infrastructure Automation & IaC : Develop and enforce infrastructure-as-code (IaC) practices using tools like Terraform, CloudFormation, or Ansible, ensuring repeatable and secure deployments. Integrate configuration management and provisioning tools to support a fully automated and self-healing infrastructure. Promote containerization, orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes), and microservices architecture for seamless application scaling. Monitoring & Incident Management : Design and implement comprehensive monitoring, logging, and alerting systems for real-time observability and proactive response. Collaborate with operations and security teams to build resilient systems with rapid incident response and disaster recovery capabilities. Security & Compliance : Architect security best practices into the DevOps pipeline, including identity management, access control, and vulnerability scanning. Ensure DevOps processes adhere to regulatory and industry standards (e.g., GDPR, ISO) and maintain data integrity across environments. Continuous Improvement & Innovation : Lead evaluations of new tools, technologies, and processes, advocating for improvements in DevOps practices. Champion a culture of continuous learning, knowledge-sharing, and innovation, empowering teams to implement efficient DevOps solutions. Actively engage with technology communities to stay informed on the latest DevOps trends and innovations. Please share the profiles to "priyanga.govindharaj@aspiresys.com"

Key Responsibilities : - Lead Automation : Design and implement an automation framework to migrate workloads to Kubernetes platforms such as AWS EKS, Azure AKS, Google GKE, Oracle OKE, and OpenShift. - Develop Cloud-Native Automation Tools : Build automation tools using Go (Golang) for workload discovery, planning, and transformation into Kubernetes artifacts. - Migrate Kubernetes Across Cloud Providers : Plan and execute seamless migrations of Kubernetes workloads from one cloud provider to another (AWS - Azure, GCP - OCI, etc.) with minimal disruption. - Leverage Open-Source Technologies : Utilize Helm, Kustomize, ArgoCD, and other popular open-source frameworks to streamline cloud-native adoption. - CI/CD & DevOps Integration : Architect and implement CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins (including Jenkinsfile generation) and cloud-native tools like AWS CodePipeline, Azure DevOps, and GCP Cloud Build to support diverse Kubernetes deployments. - Security & Compliance : Define and enforce security best practices, implement zero-trust principles, and proactively address vulnerabilities in automation workflows. - Technical Leadership & Mentorship : Lead and mentor a team of developers, fostering expertise in Golang development, Kubernetes, and DevOps best practices. - Stakeholder Collaboration : Work closely with engineering, security, and cloud teams to align modernization and migration efforts with business goals and project timelines. - Performance & Scalability : Ensure high performance, scalability, and security across automation frameworks and multi-cloud Kubernetes deployments. - Continuous Innovation : Stay ahead of industry trends, integrating emerging tools and methodologies to enhance automation and Kubernetes portability. Qualifications & Experience : - Education : Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience). - Experience : 8+ years in software development, DevOps, or cloud engineering, with 3+ years in a leadership role. - Programming Expertise : Strong proficiency in Go (Golang), Python for building automation frameworks and tools. - Kubernetes & Containers : Deep knowledge of Kubernetes (K8s), OpenShift, Docker, and container orchestration. - Cloud & DevOps : Hands-on experience with AWS, Azure, GCP, OCI, self-managed Kubernetes, OpenShift, and DevOps practices. - CI/CD & Infrastructure-as-Code : Strong background in CI/CD tools (Jenkins, Git, AWS CodePipeline, Azure DevOps, GCP Cloud Build) and Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) with Terraform, Helm, or similar tools. - Kubernetes Migration Experience : Proven track record in migrating Kubernetes workloads between cloud providers, addressing networking, security, and data consistency challenges. - Security & Observability : Expertise in cloud-native security best practices, vulnerability remediation, and observability solutions. - Leadership & Communication : Proven ability to lead teams, manage projects, and collaborate with stakeholders across multiple domains. Preferred Skills & Certifications : - Experience in self-managed Kubernetes provisioning (e.g., kubeadm, Kubespray) and OpenShift customization (e.g., Operators). - Industry Certifications - CKA, CKAD, or cloud-specific credentials (e.g., AWS Certified DevOps Engineer). - Exposure to multi-cloud and hybrid cloud migration projects

The Role Infrastructure Specialists at Kyndryl are project-based subject matter experts in all things infrastructure good at providing analysis, documenting and diagraming work for hand-off, offering timely solutions, and generally figuring it out. This is a hands-on role where your feel for the interaction between a system and its environment will be invaluable to every one of your clients. There are two halves to this role: First, contributing to current projects where you analyze problems and tech issues, offer solutions, and test, modify, automate, and integrate systems. And second, long-range strategic planning of IT infrastructure and operational execution. This role isnt specific to any one platform, so youll need a good feel for all of them. And because of this, youll experience variety and growth at Kyndryl that you wont find anywhere else. Design, implement, and maintain Azure cloud infrastructure using Terraform (IaC). Deploy and manage Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) clusters for containerized workloads. Optimize Azure networking, security, and storage configurations for performance, scalability, and cost-efficiency. Ensure compliance with security policies and governance frameworks while implementing high-availability and disaster recovery strategies. Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps (ADO) to automate software delivery. Integrate Terraform, Helm, and Kubernetes manifests into deployment workflows. Implement progressive deployment strategies (blue-green deployments, canary releases, rolling updates). Automate build, test, and deployment processes to enhance software delivery speed and reliability. Deploy, configure, and optimize containerized applications in AKS using Kubernetes best practices. Implement Kubernetes networking, service meshes, and monitoring solutions. Troubleshoot and optimize Kubernetes clusters for high availability and resilience. Collaborate with development teams to containerize applications and optimize Docker images. Utilize Git for version control, branching strategies, and code collaboration. Manage repositories and workflows using Azure DevOps Repos (Git). Implement GitOps principles to streamline Kubernetes and infrastructure automation. Implement security best practices for cloud infrastructure, containers, and CI/CD pipelines. Enforce Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), secrets management, and security policies. Set up monitoring, logging, and observability tools such as Azure Monitor, Prometheus, Grafana, and Log Analytics. Conduct infrastructure vulnerability assessments and remediate security risks. Work closely with developers, testers, and SRE teams to enhance DevOps practices. Advocate for DevOps culture, automation, and continuous improvement. Document and maintain runbooks, infrastructure diagrams, and deployment procedures. Provide mentorship and training to junior engineers and cross-functional teams. Who You Are Youre good at what you do and possess the required experience to prove it. However, equally as important you have a growth mindset; keen to drive your own personal and professional development. You are customer-focused someone who prioritizes customer success in their work. And finally, youre open and borderless naturally inclusive in how you work with others. Youre good at what you do and possess the required experience to prove it. However, equally as important you have a growth mindset; keen to drive your own personal and professional development. You are customer-focused someone who prioritizes customer success in their work. And finally, youre open and borderless naturally inclusive in how you work with others. Required Technical & Professional Experience 7+ years of hands-on experience in Azure (Azure, AKS, Terraform, Git, ADO) cloud infrastructure management. Expertise in Terraform (IaC) for provisioning and automation. Strong experience with Kubernetes (AKS), Docker, and containerized applications. Proficiency in CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps (ADO) and Git workflows. Hands-on experience in Python, Bash, and PowerShell scripting for automation. Strong knowledge of Azure networking (VNETs, NSGs, Load Balancers, App Gateway) and security best practices. Experience with monitoring/logging tools such as Azure Monitor, Prometheus, Grafana, Log Analytics, and ELK Stack. Understanding of DevOps methodologies, GitOps principles, and Agile/Scrum environments. Preferred Technical & Professional Experience Experience with Helm, ArgoCD, and Kubernetes operators. Knowledge of Bicep (as an alternative to Terraform) for Azure deployments. Familiarity with Azure Functions, Azure Service Bus, and serverless architectures. Exposure to multi-cloud (AWS, GCP) and hybrid cloud solutions. Understanding of SRE (Site Reliability Engineering) principles and incident management strategies. Preferred Certifications Microsoft Certified: Azure DevOps Engineer Expert Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) HashiCorp Certified: Terraform Associate

Experience with vulnerability management, secure coding practices, and the OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities. compliance standards (SOC 2, ISO 27001, PCI-DSS, GDPR). Experience with threat modelling, penetration testing, and security risk assessments. Required Candidate profile Proven experience with end-to-end security in cloud and containerized environments. Experience in leading security initiatives and guiding teams toward better security practices. CISSP