Automation Engineer - Ansible

Job Title: Ansible Automation Engineer
Location: Irving TX; Charlotte NC; Chandler AZ; Iselin NJ or Columbus OH
Term: 24 Month W2 Contract (Cannot work Corp to Corp)
Compensation: Negotiable (Benefits included)

Overview: We are seeking a skilled Ansible Automation Engineer with a strong background in networking and server infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in automating infrastructure processes using Ansible, coupled with a deep understanding of Agile methodologies and automation testing. This role requires a technical expert who can effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver automated solutions that enhance our server infrastructure and networking environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and implement Ansible playbooks to automate server infrastructure and networking tasks.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and ensure successful automation of processes.
• Maintain and improve existing automation scripts and processes to enhance efficiency and reliability.
• Work closely with Agile teams, utilizing tools like Jira and Confluence to track project progress and manage tasks.
• Perform automation testing to ensure quality and performance of automated processes.
• Utilize Jenkins for Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) to streamline automation workflows.
• Support and troubleshoot issues related to networking and server infrastructure on UNIX and Linux platforms.
• Apply best practices in network security, including DDOS protection, Proxy/SASE, Guest Wi-Fi, CDN management, Firewalls, Web Application Firewalls, DNS/DHCP, and VPN technologies.

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience with Agile Project Management tools (Jira and Confluence).
• 2+ years of hands-on experience with automation using Ansible.
• 4+ years of experience in networking, including a deep understanding of network protocols and infrastructure.
• 4+ years of experience with server infrastructure, specifically on UNIX and Linux platforms.
• Proficient in Agile and Scrum methodologies.
• Proficient in automation testing and quality assurance.
• Proficient in using Jenkins for CI/CD automation.

Desired Skills:

• Understanding of advanced internet and security technologies, including:
  • DDOS mitigation techniques.
  • Proxy/SASE solutions.
  • Guest Wi-Fi implementation and management.
  • Content Delivery Networks (CDNs).
  • Firewall and Web Application Firewall (WAF) configurations.
  • DNS/DHCP management.
  • VPN setup and management.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with a focus on cutting-edge automation technologies.
• Collaborate with a team of passionate professionals dedicated to improving and automating infrastructure processes.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.