During February 2026, contributed to the kubernetes/autoscaler repository by implementing the Admission Controller Host Network Access feature. This work enabled the admission controller pod to run within the host network namespace, allowing direct communication with host-networked services when required. The solution introduced a configurable toggle in values.yaml, giving operators the flexibility to enable or disable host networking based on deployment needs while maintaining safety controls. The implementation was delivered through focused YAML changes and refined through code review, leveraging DevOps and Infrastructure as Code practices. This addition streamlines integration scenarios and supports more adaptable autoscaler behavior in Kubernetes environments.