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Direct Client Req-Infrastructure Automation Engineer(Min 10yrs Exp)(HYBRID_Local to DMV Area)

Washington, DC

We are looking A269: Infrastructure Automation Engineer (Min 10+ years of exp) (Webcam interviews)

POSITION DESCRIPTION

DIRECT CLIENT Position

Number of positions: 1

Length: 14 Months +

Location: Washington DC 20004

Immediate interviews – Webcam interviews ONLY

A269: Infrastructure Automation Engineer
*Full-time hybrid role – must be willing to come on-site at least 1x every 2 weeks*

Responsibilities

COTS IT Infrastructure Automation Solutions Implementation:

Lead the implementation of Commercial off-the-Shelf (COTS) IT infrastructure automations solutions, ensuring they meet project requirements and deliver business value. 

Manage vendor coordination to ensure seamless integration and alignment with project goals.

System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) Management:

Building one-click, self-service infrastructure and data resource provisioning and decommissioning solutions and dashboards.

Oversee all phases of the SDLC, including planning, design, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance, with a strong focus on automation and process optimization.Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, resource allocations, and timelines, ensuring adherence to best practices and the Agile framework.

Project Leadership:

Lead the planning, execution, and successful delivery of hybrid cloud projects, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and on-time completion.

Utilize Agile methodologies to manage project scope, objectives, and deliverables, coordinating cross-functional teams to ensure project success.

Stakeholder Management:

Engage with internal and external stakeholders to align project goals, manage expectations, and ensure clear, consistent communication of progress, risks, and issues.

Lead regular updates, sprint planning, and retrospectives to keep stakeholders informed and ensure their involvement throughout the project lifecycle.

Communication and Documentation:

Establish and implement effective communication plans, facilitating collaboration across global teams and ensuring stakeholders are well-informed.

Document project activities, decisions, risks, and issues, ensuring accurate and timely updates are available for project teams and stakeholders.

Risk and Issue Management:

dentify, assess, and manage project risks and issues, employing proactive strategies to mitigate potential impacts.

Resolve technical challenges by leveraging automation tools such as Microsoft Power Automate, reducing manual effort, and enhancing operational efficiency.

Technical Team Collaboration and Leadership:

Lead a team, including engineering, quality assurance, and infrastructure, providing clear guidance and support to ensure successful project delivery.

Foster a collaborative environment, to encourage innovation, efficiency, and effectiveness.

Compliance and Standards Adherence:

Ensure all projects comply with established governance frameworks, including Capability Maturity Model (CMM) Level 3 standards, and adhere to industry best practices.

Drive compliance efforts, including managing critical projects with regulatory bodies, to safeguard against potential business risks.

Process Optimization and Continuous Improvement:

Implement process optimization strategies, such as enhancing workflows and automating processes, to drive operational efficiency and cost savings.

Stay current with industry trends and advancements, integrating relevant innovations into project practices to continuously improve project outcomes.

Qualifications:

Managing the full system development lifecycle from inception through deployment and the support of maintenance activities experience (Ten (10) years).

Project Manager leading large project initiatives experience (Eight (8) years).

Agile /Hybrid methodology experience (Eight (8) years).

Ability to work independently.

Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification

Certified Scrum Master (CSM) Certification

Education: A bachelor’s degree in science, Technology or Mathematics or Equivalent experience and certifications such as Project Management
Professional, certified Scrum Master, Professional Scrum Master in the field of Computer and IT Technology

Required/Desired Skills

Candidates must have ALL the “Required” skills in order to be considered for the position. “Desired” or “Highly Desired” skills are a PLUS but may NOT be required. 

Skill Matrix (Please fill the last two columns of this matrix)