IT Automation Engineer

Summary:

Reporting to the Manager of Service Operations the IT Automation Engineer is responsible for expert level knowledge of Lifespan�s server and network environment. Responsible for all operational aspects of maintaining Lifespan datacenter systems including Windows Server Linux VMware ESX Citrix XenApp. Design and implementation of systems to manage application and systems monitoring.

Responsibilities:

� Design develop and maintain automation scripts workflows and tools to automate routine IT tasks including system provisioning configuration management software deployment and monitoring.

� Implement and manage infrastructure-as-code (IaC) solutions such as Ansible Puppet or Terraform to automate the provisioning and management of servers networks and cloud resources.

� Write and maintain scripts in languages like Python PowerShell or Shell scripting for automating repetitive tasks and managing system configurations.

� Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines for software development ensuring efficient and reliable code deployment.

� Set up automated monitoring and alerting systems to proactively detect and address IT infrastructure issues.

� Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand their automation needs and develop solutions that improve operational efficiency.

� Maintain clear and up-to-date documentation for all automation processes and tools.

� Ensure that automated processes and tools meet security and compliance standards and make necessary adjustments as needed.

� Provide support and troubleshooting for automation-related issues and incidents.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Other information:

EDUCATION:

Bachelor�s degree in Computer Science Information Technology or IT Security is preferred.

Industry certification on management and operation of at least one of: Cisco UCS Citrix

XenApp Azure AWS Windows Server Cisco networking and VMWare

EXPERIENCE:

� Experience with Cloud platforms (e.g. AWS Azure or GCP) and containerization technologies (e.g. Docker Kubernetes).

� Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and in a team.

� Excellent communication skills and the ability to document processes clearly.

� Knowledge of IT security and compliance best practices.

Ability to document technical solutions to meet business needs.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

None

Lifespan is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age ethnicity sexual orientation ancestry genetics gender identity or expression disability protected veteran or marital status.   Lifespan is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Location: Corporate Headquarters USA:RI:Providence

Work Type: Full Time

Shift: Shift 1

Union: Non-Union