Automation Engineer

BT Group; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecommunications company in the UK is seeking a skilled Automation Engineer to enhance automation and orchestration capabilities across its platforms. This role requires collaboration with technical architects to ensure compliance with design standards and security protocols. You'll also mentor other engineers, fostering team growth and inclusion. Essential skills include automation scripting, IT infrastructure experience, and Ansible proficiency. A DV Security Clearance is required. The position offers competitive salary, a 10% on-target bonus, extensive benefits, and opportunities for personal development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

10% on-target bonus

BT Pension scheme

25 days annual leave

Flexible benefits including healthcare and travel loans

World-class training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Must have DV Security Clearance and lived in the UK for 10+ years.
• Experience managing various operating systems using Ansible.
• Ability to provide 3rd line support to operational environments.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to automation and orchestration capabilities.
• Collaborate with technical architects for compliance.
• Document processes for deployment and operational use.

Skills

Automation scripting

IT Infrastructure

Infrastructure Configuration

Systems Integration

Troubleshooting

Proficiency with version control systems

Tools

Ansible

Powershell

Bash scripting

Git

Jenkins

Gitlab

Job description

• Contributing to automation and orchestration capabilities across a large platform with a wide range of technology
• Collaborating with technical architects and security leads to ensure compliance with design standards and security requirements
• Documenting processes and procedures required for deployment, maintenance and operational use of automation technologies
• Champion the use of automation and orchestration capabilities to promote efficiency and improve working processes
• Mentoring other infrastructure engineers, helping to improve the team's abilities and build a healthy, inclusive culture by acting as a technical resource
Essential Skills
• Automation scripting
• IT Infrastructure
• Infrastructure Configuration
• Systems Integration
• Troubleshooting
  
  This job role can be based in Cheltenham or Ipswich. On client site (5 days office based). Monday-Friday 9am-5pm. DV Security Clearance is required. Must have lived in UK for 10+ years to obtain clearance., Experience managing a variety of operating systems using Ansible, including two or more of the following:
+ Windows Server 2022 or greater + Windows 10 + RHEL8 or greater + Ubuntu + Cisco IOS + Junos
• Proficiency with version control systems such as Git
Preferred
• Experience with Powershell or Bash scripting
• Understanding of Ansible Automation Platform in an enterprise setting
• Exposure to CI/CD tooling such as Jenkins or Gitlab
• Knowledge of automating configuration for Operational Technology (OT)
Experience providing 3rd line support to operational environments

Due to the sensitive nature of this role, you may be required to undergo DV (Developed Vetting) level Security Clearance (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels/national-security-vetting-clearance-levels). An allowance of £5k per annum may be payable monthly while you hold this DV and continue to work in a role that requires that level of security clearance. The terms of this allowance will be made available if you are successful in being recruited into this role. Security isn't always the first thing that comes to mind when you think of BT, but when it comes to keeping everyone safely connected, We Are The Protectors. We deal with thousands of cyber-attacks every day, so that millions of people can safely go about their daily lives and run their businesses. We deliver vital work at scale, with real breadth and impact. We connect for good. You'll be joining a specialist security team that is a trusted partner to governments worldwide, protecting critical national infrastructure and committed to the safety and security of our nation and global communities. Our mission focused work is innovative, inspiring and technologically challenging in a way that makes every day different and stimulating. We provide the opportunity to work on rare projects, with exciting tools and brilliant people. Everyone has access to unparalleled professional and personal development opportunities and your contribution is always valued., Security is one of the fastest growing parts of our global organisation. We are protecting our networks from more than 6,500 cyber attacks each day, investing over £40m in research each year - and in employing nearly 3,000 people, we're also the largest private cyber employer in the UK. With incredible opportunities to learn, develop and grow your skills, we'll invest in you, nurture your potential and shape your future - whatever your background or experience. In today's world, safe and secure digital connections have never been more vital. You'll be joining a global company operating at the forefront of the information age: BT employs 90,000 people in 180 countries. With huge scale, we're capable of achieving great things, striving to be personal, simple, and brilliant for our customers whilst creating an inclusive working environment where people from all backgrounds can succeed. Play your part. Make a difference. We are the Protectors.


• Competitive salary
• 10% on target bonus (Depending on country based)
• BT Pension scheme, minimum 5% Employee contribution, BT contribution 10%
• 25 days annual leave (not including bank holidays), increasing with service
• Huge range of flexible benefits including cycle to work, healthcare, season ticket loan
• World-class training and development opportunities
• From January 2025, equal family leave: receive 18 weeks at full pay, 8 weeks at half pay and 26 weeks at the statutory rate. It's for all parents, no matter how your family is made up.
• Enhanced women's health support: including help with menopause symptoms, cancer screenings, period care and more.
• 24/7 private virtual GP appointments for UK colleagues
• 2 weeks paid carer's leave
• World-class training and development opportunities
• Option to join BT Shares Saving schemes.
• Discounted broadband, mobile and TV packages
• Access to 100's of retail discounts including the BT shop
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