IAE (Infrastructure Automation Engineer)

Collaboredge Inc - Washington, DC

Full-time

Washington, DC

About the position

The Infrastructure Automation Engineer (IAE) is responsible for leading the implementation of Commercial off-the-Shelf (COTS) IT infrastructure automation solutions. This role focuses on managing the entire System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) while ensuring project goals align with business value. The IAE will oversee hybrid cloud projects, engage with stakeholders, and ensure compliance with industry standards, all while fostering a collaborative team environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of COTS IT infrastructure automation solutions, ensuring they meet project requirements and deliver business value.
• Manage vendor coordination to ensure seamless integration and alignment with project goals.
• Build one-click, self-service infrastructure and data resource provisioning and decommissioning solutions and dashboards.
• Oversee all phases of the SDLC, including planning, design, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance, with a strong focus on automation and process optimization.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, resource allocations, and timelines, ensuring adherence to best practices and the Agile framework.
• Lead the planning, execution, and successful delivery of hybrid cloud projects, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and on-time completion.
• Utilize Agile methodologies to manage project scope, objectives, and deliverables, coordinating cross-functional teams to ensure project success.
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders to align project goals, manage expectations, and ensure clear, consistent communication of progress, risks, and issues.
• Lead regular updates, sprint planning, and retrospectives to keep stakeholders informed and ensure their involvement throughout the project lifecycle.
• Establish and implement effective communication plans, facilitating collaboration across global teams and ensuring stakeholders are well-informed.
• Document project activities, decisions, risks, and issues, ensuring accurate and timely updates are available for project teams and stakeholders.
• Identify, assess, and manage project risks and issues, employing proactive strategies to mitigate potential impacts.
• Resolve technical challenges by leveraging automation tools such as Microsoft Power Automate, reducing manual effort, and enhancing operational efficiency.
• Lead a team, including engineering, quality assurance, and infrastructure, providing clear guidance and support to ensure successful project delivery.
• Foster a collaborative environment, to encourage innovation, efficiency, and effectiveness.
• Ensure all projects comply with established governance frameworks, including Capability Maturity Model (CMM) Level 3 standards, and adhere to industry best practices.
• Drive compliance efforts, including managing critical projects with regulatory bodies, to safeguard against potential business risks.
• Implement process optimization strategies, such as enhancing workflows and automating processes, to drive operational efficiency and cost savings.
• Stay current with industry trends and advancements, integrating relevant innovations into project practices to continuously improve project outcomes.

Requirements

• Ten (10) years of experience managing the full system development lifecycle from inception through deployment and support of maintenance activities.
• Eight (8) years of project management experience leading large project initiatives.
• Eight (8) years of experience with Agile/Hybrid methodologies.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification.
• Certified Scrum Master (CSM) Certification.
• Bachelor's degree in science, technology, or mathematics or equivalent experience and certifications.