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Innovim, Llc

Ansible Automation Engineer - DOD

Innovim, Llc, Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States, 80509

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INNOVIM Defense Services is seeking an Ansible Automation Engineer to join our team supporting the Integrated Research and Development for Enterprise Solutions (IRES) program at the Missile Defense Agency (MDA). INNOVIM supports the development, implementation, sustainment, and operations of enclaves and systems that manage missile defense training, events, analysis, and operations.

The Ansible Automation Engineer supports the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) on the Integrated Research and Development for Enterprise Solutions (IRES) contract.

The candidate will:

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

Basic Requirements:

Must have 10, or more, years of general (full-time) work experience o 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 have a current DoD approved 8570 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

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.

IDS is committed to providing superior work in the fields of science, engineering, data analytics and technology to government agencies. We offer competitive compensation packages, including comprehensive nationwide Medical/Dental/Vision insurance programs, life insurance, matching 401k contribution and Educational/Training support.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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