DevOps Ansible Migration Position Available In New York, New York

DevOps Ansible Migration
DevOps Engineer – Configuration Management & Migration Specialist

Location:

New York City, NY

Department:

Technology/Infrastructure

Employment Type:

Contract NO 3rd

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Our client is a leading broker dealer firm based in NYC, providing comprehensive financial services and trading solutions. We are seeking a skilled DevOps Engineer to join their technology team and lead the infrastructure automation and configuration management initiatives using Ansible.
Position Summary
We are looking for an experienced DevOps Engineer with deep expertise in Ansible configuration management to drive our infrastructure automation and migration projects. This role will be instrumental in modernizing our technology stack, ensuring compliance with financial industry regulations, and maintaining the high availability and security standards required in the financial services sector.
Key Responsibilities
Configuration Management & Automation
Design, implement, and maintain Ansible playbooks for infrastructure provisioning and configuration management across development, staging, and production environments
Lead migration projects from legacy configuration management systems to Ansible-based solutions
Develop and maintain infrastructure as code (IaC) using Ansible, ensuring consistent and repeatable deployments
Create and manage Ansible roles, modules, and collections for reusable automation components
Implement automated configuration drift detection and remediation processes
Infrastructure & Platform Management
Collaborate with infrastructure teams to automate server provisioning, application deployment, and environment configuration
Manage and optimize CI/CD pipelines integrating Ansible automation workflows
Ensure high availability and disaster recovery capabilities through automated infrastructure management
Monitor and maintain system performance, security, and compliance across all managed environments
Security & Compliance
Implement security best practices in all automation workflows, ensuring compliance with financial industry regulations (SEC, FINRA, etc.)
Manage secrets, credentials, and sensitive configuration data using Ansible Vault and enterprise secret management solutions
Conduct security assessments of automated processes and implement necessary controls
Maintain detailed documentation and audit trails for compliance requirements
Collaboration & Leadership
Work closely with development teams to integrate configuration management into application deployment processes
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members on Ansible best practices
Collaborate with security, compliance, and risk management teams to ensure all automation meets regulatory requirements
Participate in incident response and troubleshooting efforts when configuration-related issues arise
Required Qualifications
Technical Skills
5+ years of DevOps/Infrastructure engineering experience
Expert-level proficiency with Ansible (playbooks, roles, modules, collections, Galaxy)
Strong experience with Linux/Unix system administration (RHEL, CentOS, Ubuntu)
Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, Bash, PowerShell)
Experience with version control systems (Git, GitLab, GitHub)
Knowledge of containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform) and hybrid cloud environments
Experience with monitoring and logging tools (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack, Splunk)
Industry & Compliance
Financial services industry experience preferred
Understanding of regulatory compliance requirements (SOX, SEC, FINRA)
Experience with security frameworks and compliance automation
Knowledge of disaster recovery and business continuity planning
General Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Excellent communication and documentation abilities
Experience working in agile development environments
Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously
Preferred Qualifications
Ansible certifications (Red Hat Certified Specialist in Ansible Automation)
Experience with Terraform or other infrastructure as code tools
Knowledge of database management (PostgreSQL, MySQL, Oracle)
Familiarity with network automation and software-defined networking
Experience with configuration management migrations from tools like Puppet, Chef, or SaltStack
Understanding of trading systems and financial market infrastructure
ITIL or similar process framework experience
What We Offer
Competitive salary commensurate with experience
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) plan with company matching
Professional development opportunities and certification support
Flexible work arrangements (hybrid model available)
Annual performance bonuses
Access to cutting-edge technology and trading platforms
Collaborative and innovative work environment
Application Requirements
Please submit your resume along with:
Cover letter highlighting your Ansible and financial services experience
Examples of Ansible automation projects you’ve led or contributed to
Any relevant certifications or training completed We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. #LI-EW1
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