Hiring for Configuration Engineer

Develop and implement a comprehensive CM strategy aligned with IT infrastructure goals, industry best practices, and compliance requirements.

Select and implement appropriate CM tools, including Tivoli, NCM, EMC Voyence, Chef, Puppet, Ansible, or SaltStack based on specific needs and expertise.

Design and develop automated configuration scripts and playbooks using scripting languages like Python or Bash to manage server, network, and application configurations across diverse platforms.

Integrate CM tools with other IT infrastructure management systems like CMDB and ITSM for holistic management.

Establish and enforce configuration baselines and version control for all IT assets, ensuring consistency and compliance.

Conduct regular configuration audits and compliance assessments using tools like Tivoli Compliance Inspector to identify and address configuration drift.

Collaborate with various teams (IT operations, security, development) to understand their configuration requirements and ensure alignment with the CM strategy.

Develop and present technical documentation on CM tools, processes, and best practices, fostering knowledge sharing within the team.

Stay informed about emerging CM technologies and trends, recommending improvements and exploring potential integrations with tools like Chef Infra for cloud-native environments.

Full time