diff --git a/xos/synchronizer/steps/sync_container.yaml b/xos/synchronizer/steps/sync_container.yaml
index 4ae4eb2..208f3c6 100644
--- a/xos/synchronizer/steps/sync_container.yaml
+++ b/xos/synchronizer/steps/sync_container.yaml
@@ -3,7 +3,7 @@
   gather_facts: False
   connection: ssh
   user: {{ username }}
-  sudo: yes
+  become: yes
 
   vars:
     container_name: {{ container_name }}