Peraton is seeking an Ansible/ARIA Senior Automation Engineer who will be accountable for developing automations and enabling self-service of infrastructure engagements system wide.
Work Location: This is a remote position
What You Will Do:
- Work in multiple service automation engagements to automate the high priority tasks, services and end to end workflows across Infrastructure, Platforms & Operations
- Design, develop, and maintain end-to-end automation solutions using Ansible (playbooks, roles, modules, and workflows) for complex, secure enterprise environments
- Execute the full software development lifecycle for automation projects, from requirements gathering through deployment, maintenance, support and hand-over
- Create advanced automation scripts using Python, Bash, and/or PowerShell to address complex business requirements and develop custom tools that enhance operational efficiency
- Develop and maintain RESTful APIs using modern frameworks (FastAPI, Flask) to orchestrate automation workflows and implement integration patterns that connect diverse enterprise systems
- Build and optimize Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions with CI/CD pipelines, version control best practices, and automated testing frameworks to ensure code quality and reliability
- Collaborate within Agile and Scaled Agile frameworks with cross-functional teams including infrastructure, security, and service teams to deliver integrated solutions
- Implement secure coding practices and ensure all automation solutions comply with enterprise security policies and banking regulations where applicable
- Document solutions, create runbooks, and maintain knowledge base articles
- Provide technical support for automations, troubleshoot production issues, and participate in on-call rotation as needed
- Stay current with emerging automation technologies and contribute to automation standards, best practices, and governance frameworks
- Other duties assigned as necessary
Basic Qualifications:
- U.S. Citizen required with the ability to obtain and maintain the required Public Trust level clearance
- Must be willing to undergo a pre-employment credit check as required by the Customer.
- Bachelors Degree and 8 years of experience, an Associates Degree 10 years of experience, or a High School Diploma or equivalent and 12 years of experience
- 8+ years of infrastructure automation experience with Ansible/Ansible Tower/AWX
- Red Hat Certified Engineer or equivalent certification
- Hands-on experience working with ARIA/vRealize automation
- Deep Linux and Windows Server administration background with experience automating and decommissioning/provisioning workflows
- Proven experience developing Absible playbooks, roles, modules and workflows for complex and secure enterprise environments
- Advanced skills in Python, Bash, or PowerShell for custom automation solutions
- Expertise in building RESTful APIs using modern frameworks (FastAPI, Flask) and implementing diverse integration patterns to trigger and orchestrate automation workflows
- Proficiency in version control, CI/CD pipelines, and automated testing frameworks
- Working experience in Agile and Scaled Agile environments
- Knowledge of secure coding standards and banking environment is a plus
Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.
Target Salary Range$86,000 - $138,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. EEOEEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.Skills Required
- U.S. citizenship
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance
- Pre-employment credit check
- Bachelor’s degree and 8 years of experience, associate degree and 10 years of experience, or high school diploma and 12 years of experience
- 8+ years of infrastructure automation experience with Ansible, Ansible Tower, or AWX
- Red Hat Certified Engineer certification or equivalent
- Hands-on experience with ARIA or vRealize Automation
- Deep Linux and Windows Server administration experience, including workflow automation, provisioning, and decommissioning
- Experience developing Ansible playbooks, roles, modules, and workflows for complex secure enterprise environments
- Advanced Python, Bash, or PowerShell skills
- Experience building RESTful APIs with FastAPI, Flask, or comparable modern frameworks
- Experience implementing integration patterns to trigger and orchestrate automation workflows
- Proficiency with version control, CI/CD pipelines, and automated testing frameworks
- Experience working in Agile and Scaled Agile environments
- Knowledge of secure coding standards
- Experience in a banking environment
Peraton Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Peraton and has not been reviewed or approved by Peraton.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare offerings are described as broad, including medical, dental, vision, mental health support, and specialty programs like virtual physical therapy and surgical/cancer care navigation. Medical coverage is also characterized as a standout part of the overall package in terms of perceived quality.
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Retirement Support — Retirement support includes a 401(k) with employer matching and is repeatedly positioned as a strong component of total rewards. The 401(k) benefit is frequently singled out as one of the most valued parts of the package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off benefits are positioned as robust, including PTO, holidays, paid sick days, and floating holidays, with some roles offering notably generous accrual. Leave breadth is reinforced by related programs such as short/long-term disability and bereavement leave.
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What We Do
Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.
Why Work With Us
We are fearlessly solving the world’s most complex challenges to keep people safe and secure. You can be a part of protecting and promoting that freedom around the world.
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