Red Hat Ansible Engineer

Automation Strategy Design & Implementation Design and implement an automation strategy for the organizations IT systems using Ansible. This includes writing Ansible playbooks, setting up Ansible Tower, and integrating Ansible with other tools and platforms.

Configuration Management Use Ansible to manage the configuration of servers, networks, and software across the organization. Ensure that all configurations meet the organizations standards and policies.

Software Deployment Automation Use Ansible to automate the deployment of software across various environments. Work closely with development teams to integrate Ansible into the software development and deployment lifecycle.

System Troubleshooting & Support Troubleshoot and resolve issues with the Ansible environment and automated tasks. Provide technical support to IT staff and users as needed.

Security & Compliance Ensure that the use of Ansible and the configurations it manages comply with the organizations security policies and any relevant regulations. Use Ansible to automate security-related tasks such as patch deployment and system hardening.

Documentation & Reporting Document all Ansible configurations, playbooks, and procedures. Prepare regular reports on system performance, availability, and compliance.

Training & Mentoring Train and mentor other IT staff in the use of Ansible and the principles of IT automation. Promote the use of automation across the organization.

Requirements

Education Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field. Professional certifications such as Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) or Red Hat Certified Specialist in Ansible Automation are highly desirable.

Experience At least 5 years of experience in IT, with at least 3 years of experience in managing Ansible environments.

Technical Skills Strong understanding of Ansible and its components, including playbooks, roles, and Ansible Tower. Familiarity with Linux system administration, shell scripting, networking, and security. Experience with other configuration management or IT automation tools is a plus.

Soft Skills Excellent problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and communication skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Physical Requirements Depending on the specific role and location, this may involve working in a data center environment and handling heavy equipment.

Other Willingness to participate in an on-call rotation and to travel, as needed.