Automation Engineer- On-Site at DISA Facilities (See list below)
Clearance Required: Active Secret Clearance
Certification Required: IAT Level II (DoD 8140 Compliant)
Ellumen is a three-time Washington Post Top Workplace and a mission-driven, award-winning small business headquartered in Silver Spring, MD. We deliver innovative IT and professional services to both government and commercial clients, supporting national defense, public health, and secure technology transformation.
We are currently seeking a skilled Automation Engineer to support the Department of Defense (DoD)'s Infrastructure Line of Business (IFLOB) mission. This on-site role will be integral in implementing, sustaining, and optimizing hybrid cloud infrastructure for the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA).
Worksite Options (based on assignment and availability):
- DISA Gunter-Maxwell AFB - Montgomery, AL
- DISA Fort Meade - Fort Meade, MD
- DISA Columbus - Columbus, OH
- DISA at Tinker AFB - Oklahoma City, OK
- DISA at Naval Support Activity - Mechanicsburg, PA
- DISA at Joint Base San Antonio - San Antonio, TX
- DISA at Hill AFB - Hill AFB, UT
Key Responsibilities:
Infrastructure Automation:
- Design and implement infrastructure automation solutions using Python, YAML, and other relevant tools.
- Develop automated scripts and tools for provisioning, configuration, and monitoring of network operations.
- Integrate automation solutions with existing systems to enhance operational workflows and reduce manual effort.
Performance Optimization:
- Conduct detailed analysis of current network infrastructure to identify automation opportunities.
- Utilize automation to monitor, assess, and improve network performance, reliability, and uptime.
- Perform regular network audits and implement changes to maintain DoD compliance and standards.
Security and Compliance:
- Ensure automated systems meet FISMA, NIST, RMF, and DISA guidelines.
- Develop automated processes for patch management, security monitoring, and compliance validation.
Documentation & Reporting:
- Produce and maintain detailed documentation including design documents, user manuals, and process guides.
- Contribute to required deliverables: Task Order Management Plans, Daily/Weekly/Monthly Status Reports.
Collaboration & Support:
- Work closely with cross-functional teams across various Lines of Business (LOBs) to align automation strategies with organizational goals.
- Provide training and ongoing support to network staff in the use of automation tools.
Required Qualifications:
- Active Secret Security Clearance
- IAT Level II Certification (DoD 8140 Compliant)
- Strong knowledge of computer networking concepts, protocols, and security methodologies
- Proficiency in Python and YAML
- Experience with DoD compliance frameworks (FISMA, NIST, RMF, etc.)
- Proven ability to develop, implement, and maintain automation solutions in a secure enterprise environment
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Onsite availability.
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Ellumen
105-125k
Jul 02, 2025