DevOps Engineer

DevOps Engineer*** Job is on-site in Bristol, CT - Please do not apply unless you can commute daily to Bristol***Job DescriptionThe DevOps Engineer is responsible for designing, automating, deploying, maintaining, and optimizing enterprise infrastructure systems across on-premises and cloud environments. This role focuses heavily on software, application, operating system and patching automation, CI/CD integration, infrastructure-as-code, and scalable system deployment processes. The engineer will collaborate cross-functionally with Infrastructure, Security, and Application teams to ensure highly reliable, compliant, and efficient system operationsEssential Duties and ResponsibilitiesDesign, implement, and maintain CI/CD pipelines leveraging Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) methodologies and version-controlled automationIntegrate automation with enterprise configuration management platforms such as Ansible, Salt, SCCM, or equivalent solutionsAutomate end-to-end workflows across software packaging, testing, deployment, and patching to reduce manual effortDevelop PowerShell, Bash, and Python scripts to automate deployment of operating systems, software installation, configuration, updates, and deprovisioningPlan, schedule, and execute OS and application patching cycles aligned with enterprise change-management policiesProvide emergency patching services for critical vulnerabilities and zero-day threats as requiredServe as an escalation resource for customer-impacting automation, deployment, and patching issues in production environmentsEnsure automation tooling is fully compatible with VMware, cloud platforms, and hybrid infrastructure provisioning workflowsSupport and enhance PXE/iPXE bare-metal provisioning processes including driver packages, hardware profiles, and integration with imaging platformsExpand automation capabilities across virtualization environments, Citrix/VDI infrastructure, and provisioning services where technically feasibleMaintain visibility into patch status and compliance through dashboards, reporting, and documentation suitable for audit reviewMaintain patch compliance dashboards and deployment success metricsCollaborate with architecture and operations teams to ensure scalable, secure, and compliant system deploymentsTroubleshoot complex deployment, configuration, and patching issues across Windows, Linux, macOS, VMware, and cloud platformsDefine and execute a long-term automation roadmap to achieve minimal-touch or self-service operational modelsMaintain detailed documentation, standard operating procedures, and automation repositories to support operational continuityAs required, participate in on-call or escalation rotation for automation, patching, or deployment-related incidentsAdditional Duties and ResponsibilitiesAbility to work in a team and communicate effectivelyCollaborate in real-time to support DevOps team activities utilizing approved communications toolsParticipate in change management activities and ensure compliance with internal processesEscalate service or project issues that cannot be completed within agreed service levels.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required3-5 years of professional experience with DevOps practices, including CI/CD, IaC, and configuration managementStrong proficiency in one or more automation platforms such as Ansible, Salt, SCCM, or similarExperience with one or more CI/CD platforms (GitLab CI, Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps)Experience with one or more IaC tools (Ansible Automation, Terraform, CloudFormation a plus)Advanced scripting skills in PowerShell, Bash/Linux Shell, and/or Python.Strong understanding of OS deployment, application/software packaging and deployment, and vulnerability and patch management operations, validation and compliance reportingLinux patching and package management – YUM, DNF, APT, etc.Hands-on experience with VMware virtualization, cloud platforms (AWS/Azure), and infrastructure provisioning in large scale environmentsFamiliarity with PXE/iPXE boot environments and bare-metal deployment processesAbility to work in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities while maintaining high technical standaredsKnowledge of enterprise change management, security best practices, and audit requirements.Self-motivated with the ability to work in a fast-moving environment.Education/ExperienceBA/BS in Computer Science or a related field desired.Equivalent professional experience in combination with Technical Training and applicable Certifications will be considered in lieu of degree.