Infrastructure Automation Engineer
Location: Memphis, TN
Job Type: Contract
Company: IDR
Category: Systems Engineering
Job Description Apply Now
The Infrastructure Automation Engineer plays a critical role in driving technical advancement, process efficiency, and enhanced security within enterprise IT environments. As organizations continually strive to optimize their operations and ensure robust infrastructure security, the demand for professionals skilled in infrastructure automation remains high. This full-time position offers the opportunity to work with leading-edge technology solutions and contribute significantly to the automation of certificate lifecycle management, integration of security protocols, and support of enterprise Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) systems.
As an Infrastructure Automation Engineer, you will engage in the development, maintenance, and deployment of automation scripts and tools using industry-standard platforms such as Ansible and PowerShell. You will be responsible for supporting and managing Microsoft Active Directory Certificate Services (ADCS) and PKI environments, ensuring that certificate issuance, renewal, deployment, and compliance processes are efficiently automated and compliant with industry standards. Your expertise in integrating automation solutions with enterprise infrastructure, including both Windows and Linux servers and CI/CD pipelines, will be essential for streamlining security and compliance operations across the organization.
This opportunity is ideal for individuals with a passion for process improvement, security, and collaboration. The position allows you to impact a dynamic technology-driven organization recognized for its commitment to innovation and operational excellence. With a wide array of benefits, professional development opportunities, and a collaborative team environment, this role provides a solid foundation for career growth in the rapidly evolving field of infrastructure automation engineering.
Infrastructure Automation Engineer - Summary- Lead automation initiatives for certificate lifecycle management within enterprise PKI environments.
- Develop, test, and deploy automation scripts using Ansible, PowerShell, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) methodologies.
- Support and administer Microsoft Active Directory Certificate Services (ADCS) and related enterprise PKI components.
- Integrate automation solutions with enterprise infrastructure, including server environments and CI/CD pipelines.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline security and compliance operations through automation.
- Automate certificate lifecycle management processes, including issuance, renewal, deployment, validation, and compliance monitoring.
- Design, implement, and maintain Ansible playbooks, roles, and workflows to standardize and optimize infrastructure automation tasks.
- Develop PowerShell scripts for operational tooling and automation, with a preference for experience in Python scripting.
- Administer and support enterprise PKI environments, ensuring high availability and security of certificate services.
- Work closely with IT security and infrastructure teams to integrate automation into existing and new systems, including both Windows and Linux platforms.
- Contribute to the ongoing improvement of CI/CD pipelines and Infrastructure as Code practices to enhance deployment efficiency and security posture.
- Document automation processes and provide training or support to stakeholders as needed.
- Competitive compensation package designed to recognize expertise in infrastructure automation and PKI management.
- Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- Access to an Employee Stock Ownership Program (where available) and participation in a results-driven, award-winning organization.
- Support from a dedicated Engagement Manager focused on employee success and professional growth.
- Minimum of 3 years' experience in infrastructure automation using Ansible, including developing and managing playbooks and repeatable workflows.
- Proven expertise in administering Microsoft ADCS and supporting enterprise PKI environments.
- Advanced PowerShell scripting skills for automation and operational tooling; Python scripting experience is highly desirable.
- Demonstrated ability to manage the complete certificate lifecycle for enterprise environments.
- Hands-on experience integrating automation with enterprise infrastructure such as Windows and Linux servers, CI/CD pipelines, or Infrastructure as Code solutions.
- Detail-oriented technologist with a strong understanding of security and compliance in infrastructure environments.
- Effective communicator capable of collaborating with cross-functional IT and security teams.
- Proactive problem-solver who is comfortable managing multiple automation projects and tasks simultaneously.
- Continuous learner committed to staying ahead of technology trends and best practices in infrastructure automation and PKI management.
- This Infrastructure Automation Engineer position offers a chance to contribute to an industry leader recognized for its dedication to innovation and operational effectiveness.
- The organization has a proven record of excellence, with more than 25 years of experience and multiple industry awards.
- Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. All information provided for compliance reporting is confidential and voluntary, with no impact on employment decisions.
- Located in Memphis, TN or available as a remote position, this role offers flexibility and access to a vibrant professional community.
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