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Business Title: Lead Engineer I, Red Hat Satellite Automation EngineerRequisition Number: 112640 - 19Function: Business Support ServicesArea of Interest:State: CTCity: HartfordDescription:Known for being a great place to work and build a career, KPMG provides audit, tax and advisory services for organizations in today's most important industries. Our growth is driven by delivering real results for our clients. It's also enabled by our culture, which encourages individual development, embraces an inclusive environment, rewards innovative excellence and supports our communities. With qualities like those, it's no wonder we're consistently ranked among the best companies to work for by Fortune Magazine, Consulting Magazine, Seramount, Fair360 and others. If you're as passionate about your future as we are, join our team.KPMG is currently seeking a Lead Engineer I, Technology Engineering to join our Digital Nexus Technology organization. This is a remote work opportunity.Responsibilities:
Manage and maintain the Red Hat Satellite infrastructure, including configuration, provisioning, and patching; perform regular system updates and upgrades to ensure security and optimize performance
Troubleshoot and resolve any issues related to networking, such as proxies, firewalls, and load balancers; utilize tools like netcat for troubleshooting and verification purposes
Administer Linux systems and maintain system health and integrity; stay up-to-date with Red Hat Security Advisories and CVEs to ensure timely implementation of necessary patches and security measures; perform automation of tasks using Bash scripting
Develop and implement automation solutions using the BigFix Platform for Automation; use vRA, Scorch and ServiceNow API's to design and implement orchestration workflows
Act as a lead or point of contact on projects and initiatives related to automation and orchestration; collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions; troubleshoot and resolve complex issues related to automation and orchestration processes
Improve and optimize existing automation and orchestration workflows continuously; present data to demonstrate the value of implemented automation and orchestration solutions
Qualifications:
Minimum five years of recent experience scripting in PowerShell or Python scripting languages and experience using orchestration tools such as vRO or similar tool
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is preferred; Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA) certification is preferred; SCRUM Master certification is preferred
Strong Bash scripting skills, with experience in Linux deliverables for BigFix; proficient in using Red Hat Satellite; able to interpret and apply Red Hat Security Advisories and identify potential vulnerabilities based on CVEs; deep understanding of networking concepts, including proxies, firewalls, and load balancers; experience in Linux system administration; highly skilled in using ServiceNow for change management, incident management, and request fulfillment
Demonstrated understanding of different release cycles, including Prod and Non-prod environments; familiarity with Ansible and other configuration management tools is desired; Virtual and Physical Build experience; knowledgeable in Hammer CLI is preferred
Self-motivated, proactive, and organized individual with the ability to work independently and in a team environment; excellent communication and presentation skills, with the capability to clearly communicate complex ideas to different levels of the organization
Exceptional leadership skills and able to act as a lead or point of contact on projects and initiatives; experience in presenting data to showcase the value of implemented automation and orchestration solutions
US citizenship is required
KPMG complies with all local/state regulations regarding displaying salary ranges. If required, the ranges displayed below or via the URL below are specifically for those potential hires who will work in the location(s) listed. Any offered salary is determined based on relevant factors such as applicant's skills, job responsibilities, prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications and market considerations. In addition, the firm is proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, with options designed to help you make the best decisions for yourself, your family, and your lifestyle. Available benefits are based on eligibility. Our Total Rewards package includes a variety of medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and a robust suite of personal well-being benefits to support your mental health. Depending on job classification, standard work hours, and years of service, KPMG provides Personal Time Off per fiscal year. Additionally, each year the firm publishes a calendar of holidays to be observed during the year and provides two firmwide breaks each year where employees will not be required to use Personal Time Off; one is at year end and the other is around the July 4th holiday. Additional details about our benefits can be found towards the bottom of our KPMG US Careers site at 'Benefits & How We Work (https://www.kpmguscareers.com/why-kpmg/#benefits) '.Follow this link to obtain salary ranges by city outside of CA: https://kpmg.com/us/en/how-we-work/pay-transparency.html/?d=6701924KPMG LLP (the U.S. member firm of KPMG International) offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. KPMG is an affirmative action-equal opportunity employer. KPMG complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. The attached link ( https://assets.kpmg.com/content/dam/kpmg/us/pdf/2018/09/eeo.pdf) contains further information regarding the firm's compliance with federal, state and local recruitment and hiring laws. No phone calls or agencies please.KPMG recruits on a rolling basis. Candidates are considered as they apply, until the opportunity is filled. Candidates are encouraged to apply expeditiously to any role(s) for which they are qualified that is also of interest to them.KPMG does not currently require partners or employees to be fully vaccinated or test negative for COVID-19 in order to go to KPMG offices, client sites or KPMG events, except when mandated by federal, state or local law. In some circumstances, clients also may require proof of vaccination or testing (e.g., to go to the client site).GL: 4GF: 15310
