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POSTED ON 4/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/4/2026
Job Title: Kubernetes Engineer (Azure AKS)

Location: Remote, US-based

Type: 6-month Contract to Hire

Overview

We're supporting a technology-driven organization seeking a Kubernetes Engineer with strong Azure AKS experience and a security-focused mindset. This person will play a key role in securing AKS deployments, supporting proprietary application rollouts, and partnering closely with IT and cloud teams.

This is a highly visible role with the opportunity to own Kubernetes security across the enterprise.

Top Skills Needed

  • Cloud Engineering in Azure
  • Kubernetes (AKS) - strong security background required
  • Networking & troubleshooting across cloud/IT environments

Responsibilities

  • Support the deployment and operation of proprietary applications running on AKS
  • Monitor AKS clusters for vulnerabilities, misconfigurations, and security gaps
  • Design and support cyber security infrastructure across on-prem, hybrid, and cloud environments
  • Engineer and secure Kubernetes platforms in Azure (AKS) and AWS (EKS)
  • Harden container images and workloads using secure build practices, scanning, and runtime protection
  • Troubleshoot cluster, node, networking, and workload-level issues
  • Integrate Kubernetes and security telemetry into enterprise SIEM tools
  • Respond to and remediate security alerts, incidents, and platform vulnerabilities
  • Collaborate with IT, Cloud, and DevOps teams to define and implement security architecture
  • Maintain runbooks, standards, security documentation, and operational procedures
  • Participate in lifecycle management, change control, and on-call rotations
  • Produce dashboards, reports, and metrics for technical and leadership audiences
  • Mentor teammates and contribute to security maturity initiatives

What's In It For You

  • High visibility with C-level leadership
  • Ownership of Kubernetes AKS security strategy
  • Opportunity to influence and optimize a critical enterprise deployment
  • Fully remote, highly collaborative engineering culture
  • Role helps reduce organizational risk during a major cloud modernization initiative

Why the Role Is Open

Net-new position created due to increased investment in Kubernetes and cloud security.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Las Vegas, NV.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $90.00 - $105.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 18, 2026.

>About TEKsystems:

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems And TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

Salary : $90 - $105

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