Ansible Automation Engineer

Ansible Automation Engineer
Schriever SFB
Colorado Springs, CO

HX5 is an award-winning provider of engineering, research and development, and technical services to clients such as NASA and the Department of Defense. Founded in 2004, HX5 is a fast-growing veteran- and woman-owned company with locations nationwide.

HX5 is currently seeking a qualified Senior Elastic Engineer (EDR/Defend Focus) to support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) on the Integrated Research and Development for Enterprise Solutions (IRES) contract at Schriever Air Force Base in Colorado Springs, CO.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Serve as an Ansible Automation Engineer supporting system build out and deployment to the C2BMC 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.

Salary: This position is expected to pay $105,000 - $125,000 annually; depending on experience, education, and any certifications that are directly related to the position.

Education and Experience:

• Must have 10, or more, years of general (full-time) work experience
  • May be reduced with completion of advanced education
• Must have 6, or more, years of direct experience using automation tools.
• Must have 1, or more, years of experience working in a management or leadership role.
• Must have experience in creation and modification of Ansible playbooks and roles.
• Must have experience in configuring and working with job templates, inventories, workflows and other Ansible objects.
• Must have experience using process automation tools and techniques (Ansible, Terraform, etc.)
• Must have experience with coding and scripting (PowerShell, Bash, Batch files, etc.).
• Must be proficient in at least one scripting language (e.g., Python, Bash, PowerShell).
• Must have a current DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II certification such as Security+ CE.
• Must have an active DoD Secret Security Clearance.

Desired Requirements:

• Have experience with running/managing systems and services in a virtualized environment (VMware)
• Have experience with security patching and software management using RedHat Satellite.
• Have experience integrating NetBox with automation tools.
• Be familiar with software lifecycle and development.
• Have a RedHat certification in automation or administration.
• Have knowledge of Missile Defense, DoD communications systems and MDIOC operations.
• Have a degree in an IT or Engineering related discipline.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time position requiring 40 hours per week and offers a flexible work schedule Monday through Friday during core business hours.

Other Position Requirements:

• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency is a requirement for this position.
• Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.
• Must be able to travel, including air travel up to 10%.
• Must have a valid Driver's License.

HX5 offers a competitive salary and benefits package to include:

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• 401(k) plan with Company Match
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Parental Leave
• Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Pet Insurance

HX5, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

HX5, LLC is a Drug Free Workplace Employer.

ACCESSIBILITY NOTICE:
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process due to a physical or mental disability, please call (850) 362-6551.

CJ