Ansible Automation Engineer

Description

Support system build out and deployment to the C2

BMC Test Facility as necessary to the Missile Defense Agency (MDA). Work effectively within the environment to expand the role and capability of automation in IT management. Implement automations that will replace time consuming, error-prone, manual repetitive configuration activities. Perform troubleshooting actions, root cause analysis, and provide corrective action recommendations. Ensure system changes are completed in accordance with developer documentation, configuration management and documentation practices.

Provide timely updates to appropriate team leads, managers and stakeholders on status of tasks and troubleshooting efforts. Assist integration leads and managers in problem definition, analysis, requirement development and implementation as needed. Use REMEDY ticketing system to report, track and document problem and resolution life-cycle actions on faulty systems. Perform evening shift work and weekend duty as needed to meet off‑hour mission activities as needed.

Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree in relevant engineering or science discipline preferred
• Active DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (ex: Security+) required
• Red Hat certification in automation or administration preferred

• 10+ years of general (full‑time) work experience
• 6+ years direct experience using automation tools
• 1+ years of experience working in a management or leadership role
• Experience must include creation and modification of Ansible playbooks and roles
• Experience must include configuring and working with job templates, inventories, workflows and other Ansible objects
• Experience must include using process automation tools and techniques (Ansible, Terraform, etc.)
• Experience must include coding and scripting (Power Shell, Bash, Batch files, etc.)

• Running/managing systems and services in a virtualized environment (VMware)
• Security patching and software management using Red Hat Satellite
• Integrating Net Box with automation tools
• Software lifecycle and development

• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Candidate must be in possession of a minimum DoD issued Secret Clearance

• Able to occasionally reach with hands and arms
• Prolonged periods of computer screen use, while sitting or standing at a desk
• Adhere to safety protocols when in work areas requiring use of PPE (e.g. eyewear, gloves, masks, hearing protection, steel‑toed shoes, etc.)
• Able to safely lift and carry up to 20 pounds at a time

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Wellness Resources

Salary: $105,. Salary rates for this position are competitive and commensurate with experience and industry standards. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that may include health insurance, paid time off, and retirement savings options.