Sr. Automation Engineer - 6828

Gilder Search Group; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Gilder Search Group is seeking a Sr. Automation Engineer for a hybrid role in Washington, DC. This position demands expertise in identity security, PowerShell scripting, and systems integration. Candidates should possess strong problem-solving skills and a collaborative approach, alongside a Bachelor's degree and relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree plus nine years of experience required.
• Deep technical expertise in identity security and management.
• Certification like Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot, and develop complex PowerShell scripts.
• Provide technical expertise in modernization initiatives.
• Develop and maintain system documentation.

Skills

PowerShell

Active Directory

One Identity/Quest Active Roles

API calls via PowerShell

Infrastructure management

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Summit Technologies, Inc. -Washington, DC, United States

Summit Technologies, Inc. is looking for a Sr. Automation Engineer to join our client’s team in Washington, DC. This role requires deep technical expertise in identity security and management of Entra ID (Azure AD), Active Directory domains, PowerShell scripting, script maintenance, and systems integration. The Automation Engineer will be the escalation point for maintaining One Identity/Quest Active Roles integration with service offerings, troubleshoot complex issues, and work closely with the Modernization and Enhancement team to improve operating efficiencies. If you are a passionate technologist who thrives on problem-solving and working with a team, we encourage you to apply. This is a hybrid role based in Washington, D.C. requiring a minimum on-site work 3 days a week. Candidates must be eligible for a Public Trust clearance.

Key Responsibilities:

• PowerShell Scripting: Maintain, troubleshoot and develop complex scripts used for automation and orchestration with business systems for provisioning\deprovisioning, AD and ServiceNow item configuration as well as One Identity/Quest Active Roles group and user administration.
• Collaboration with Modernization Team: Provide technical expertise in modernization initiatives and work closely with other teams to define and implement system improvements.
• System Documentation: Develop and maintain system documentation, including work instructions, infrastructure diagrams, and process documents, to ensure clarity and consistency in operations.
• Support & Troubleshooting: Provide technical support for Federal Leads and Operations Managers to ensure that systems integrations are performing as expected.

Qualifications

Technical Skills:

• Expertise in scripting and automation tools, specifically PowerShell.
• Proficiency with One Identity/Quest Active Roles, to control access and permissions with dynamic rules, extended and virtual attributes, group families and policies with automation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Active Directory services (AD DS, AD FS, Group Policy, etc.).
• Experience with Microsoft Entra ID, Entra Connect, Azure Cloud Shell and IIS Site Management.
• Proficiency in leveraging API calls via PowerShell.
• Experience with system documentation and infrastructure management tools.

Soft Skills:

• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Ability to communicate complex IT concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong team collaboration skills.

Education: Bachelor's Degree plus nine (9) years of experience.

Certifications (Preferred but not required):

• Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE).

Clearance: Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.

If you feel you are qualified and want to be considered for this position, please supply the following to: [e-mail] and please put the job number ‘6828’ in the subject line:

• Updated resume including MM/YYYY for each employer.
• Best times/dates to interview (plus phone # you can best be contacted at).
• Availability to start once given formal offers.

Summit Technologies Inc. appreciates your interest. We will contact the best matching prospects and will consider you for future opportunities. We will not submit your resume without your prior knowledge and consent. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.