IT Automation & Scripting Engineer

Tier 3 Technology Solutions; Ankeny (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Business casual dress

Flexibility and professional growth opportunities

Quarterly team events

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a driven IT Automation & Scripting Engineer to enhance IT service delivery through innovative automation solutions. In this role, you will architect secure automation workflows, develop PowerShell scripts, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for efficiency and security improvements. Join a vibrant team dedicated to problem-solving and delivering top-tier service in a brand new office environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career while making a significant impact on client success and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in scripting, automation, or infrastructure engineering.
• Expert in PowerShell with secure script development experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deploy PowerShell scripts for various IT tasks.
• Build automated workflows to enhance operational efficiency.

Skills

PowerShell

Scripting

Automation

Infrastructure Engineering

Risk Mitigation

Clear Communication

Tools

RMM Platforms

Microsoft 365

Azure

Active Directory

Job description

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Tier 3 Technology Solutions provided pay range

This range is provided by Tier 3 Technology Solutions. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$70,000.00/yr - $90,000.00/yr

Company: Tier 3 Technology Solutions

Location: Ankeny, IA (In-person at our Prairie Trail office)

Salary Range: $70,000 – $90,000 (based on experience and impact)

About Us

At Tier 3 Technology Solutions, we’re a team of IT and cybersecurity professionals dedicated to delivering top-tier, concierge-level service to our clients. We’re growing fast and have settled into our new office in the vibrant Prairie Trail area of Ankeny. Our culture is rooted in integrity, teamwork, and a passion for solving problems with the right mix of strategy and tech.

We’re looking for a driven IT Automation & Scripting Engineer who thrives on eliminating inefficiencies, building secure-by-design solutions, and elevating the consistency and quality of IT service delivery through thoughtful automation.

Role Description

This role goes beyond scripts — it's about architecting automation with security baked in from the start. You’ll be responsible for designing and implementing workflows and tools that not only increase efficiency but also fortify security posture across client environments. You’ll be part of a team that doesn’t take shortcuts and doesn’t bolt on security as an afterthought.

Key Responsibilities

1. Script Development via RMM: Create, manage, and deploy PowerShell scripts through our Remote Monitoring & Management (RMM) platform. Common use cases include installing/uninstalling software, enforcing security baseline settings (like disabling RDP), and automating privileged password rotation with secure logging to our proxy server. Every script should follow security-first principles.
2. Workflow Automation: Build and refine automated workflows with an emphasis on risk mitigation, consistency, and resilience — while also identifying and automating manual processes that can improve operational efficiency and reduce human error.
3. Tooling & Integration: Recommend and implement tools that support secure automation and align with industry best practices.
4. Analytics: Deliver insights through dashboards and metrics that help identify bottlenecks, track automation ROI, and monitor security impact.
5. Collaboration: Partner with engineering, NOC, and client success teams to identify automation opportunities that reduce overhead and increase security.
6. Documentation: Maintain clear documentation for scripts, processes, and configurations to support internal knowledge transfer and audit readiness.

What We’re Looking For

1. 3+ years of hands-on experience in scripting, automation, or infrastructure engineering.
2. Expert in PowerShell, with a track record of secure and scalable script development.
3. Familiar with RMM platforms, Microsoft 365, Azure, and Active Directory.
4. Demonstrated ability to build automation that improves both operational efficiency and cybersecurity posture.
5. Comfortable evaluating tools and technologies through a security lens.
6. Clear communicator who can explain automation concepts to technical and non-technical audiences alike.
7. Lifelong learner mindset — always improving, always adapting.

Why Join Us?

1. Shape a secure automation strategy at a client-focused MSP/MSSP, where your work directly impacts our clients. Every day, you’ll see how your work helps us grow and improve.
2. Join a collaborative team that values people, process, and purpose.
3. Work in a brand new office in Ankeny’s Prairie Trail, with quarterly team events and a culture that prioritizes merit-based incentives.
4. Grow your career with opportunities to leverage cutting-edge technologies.

What We Offer

1. Competitive salary based on experience ($70,000 – $90,000+)
2. 401(k) retirement plan
3. Business casual dress
4. Flexibility and professional growth opportunities
5. Typical hours: 8 AM to 5 PM with occasional after-hours needs

How to Apply

If you’re passionate about IT automation and scripting with a security-first mindset, we want to meet you. Send your resume and cover letter to [e-mail] to get the conversation started.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

Computer and Network Security