Automation Engineer/Developer

About the role

The Automation Engineer/Developer is responsible for the implementation of automation related to certificate lifecycle management, and implementation in other areas as required.

Responsibilities

• Implement low-code/no-code automation solutions and workflow tools to streamline manual tasks.
• Design automated equipment and machinery used to complete otherwise manual processes and tasks.
• Implement automated tests designed to evaluate the integrity of automated systems.
• Define areas where introducing automation could improve production and efficiency.
• Provide technical support in relation to automated systems when necessary.
• Write documentation manuals that detail automated processes, and document any changes in existing equipment design or operation.
• Design, build, and maintain automated workflows, scripts, and digital process enhancements in support of cybersecurity, compliance, and task tracking functions.
• Develop solutions using platforms such as Microsoft Power Platform (Power Automate, Power Apps), ServiceNow, or low-code/no-code tools.
• Integrate automation with systems like eMASS, Jira, and SharePoint to streamline reporting, documentation, and workflow synchronization.
• Support testing, version control, and validation of automated processes to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and compliance.
• Collaborate with other team members to identify high-impact automation opportunities.
• Automate security processes to improve efficiency and response in identifying and mitigating risks.
• Develop proof of concept automation scripts that can be deployed by the operations team, and the metrics/dashboard that will be used to track the performance of the automation.
• Work with and train the operations staff in the use and maintenance of the automations developed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, IT, or business-related programs.
• 7+ years of experience in automation development or systems integration.
• 5+ years of experience with tools for testing and deployment.
• 5+ years of experience with one or more scripting or programming knowledge (e.g., Python, PowerShell, JavaScript).

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience supporting DoD or federal programs is highly desirable.
• Cloud-Specific ML Certifications such as Azure AI Engineer Associate (AI-102) or AWS Certified Machine Learning - Specialty.
• DoD 8140/8570 baseline security certification (such as CompTIA Security+, CASP+, or CISSP) or a cloud-specific security certification (e.g., AWS Certified Security - Specialty) is desired.
• 3+ years’ experience with Vantage or Gaberiel Nimbus.
• Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities:
  • Proficiency with Power Platform, ServiceNow, or similar workflow automation tools.
  • Experience automating compliance or cybersecurity-related workflows is highly desired.
  • Familiarity with DoD tools and platforms (e.g., eMASS, RMF artifacts) desirable.
  • Experience with automation tools such as Splunk, ServiceNow, etc.
  • Experience with testing frameworks.
  • Knowledge of networking protocols and operating systems.
  • Strong creative and visual storytelling skills with an eye for design, usability, and user experience.
  • Expertise in data visualization tools to deliver information that allows client users to quickly understand data, ask better questions, and take action.
  • Skills in data analysis and data technical expertise in data management, engineering, and science.
  • Proficient in developing and implementing workflows for process optimization, tracking, and reporting.
  • Background in federal or DoD IT, cyber, or program environments a plus.
  • Understanding of cloud technologies (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP, Oracle) and hybrid cloud environments.
  • Experience utilizing Python, Java, and/or C++.
  • Use and administer automation tools such as Splunk, ServiceNow, etc.
  • Knowledge of testing frameworks.
  • Experience with API.
  • Experience with records management and governance standards.