AWX Administrator : Contract – Remote

Contract – 

Remote

We are seeking an experienced AWX Administrator to manage and optimize our automation platform for network configuration across public cloud environments. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Ansible AWX/Tower, network automation, and cloud networking. This role involves designing, implementing, and maintaining automation workflows that streamline network operations, improve scalability, and ensure compliance. Key Responsibilities: * AWX Administration: -Install, configure, and maintain AWX/Tower environments. -Manage inventories, credentials, job templates, and workflows. -Monitor AWX performance and troubleshoot issues. * Network Configuration Automation: -Develop and maintain Ansible playbooks for network device configuration. -Automate network provisioning, updates, and compliance checks. -Integrate AWX with version control systems (Git) and CI/CD pipelines. 

* Public Cloud Networking: -Design and automate network configurations for AWS, Azure, or GCP. -Implement automation for VPCs, subnets, routing tables, security groups, and firewalls. -Ensure high availability and security of cloud network infrastructure. *Security & Compliance: -Apply role-based access control (RBAC) in AWX. -Ensure automation scripts adhere to security best practices. -Maintain audit logs and compliance documentation. * Collaboration & Support: -Work closely with cloud architects, network engineers, and DevOps teams. -Provide technical guidance and training on AWX and automation best practices. Required Skills & Qualifications: -Strong hands-on experience with Ansible AWX/Tower administration. -Proficiency in Ansible playbook development for network automation. -Solid understanding of network protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN, etc.). -Experience with public cloud networking (AWS VPC, Azure VNets, GCP networking). -Expertise in Python, YAML, and Jinja2 templates. -Familiarity with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI). -Hands-on experience with AWS, Azure, or GCP networking services. -Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform is a plus. -Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. -Excellent communication and documentation abilities. -Ability to work in a fast-paced, client-facing environment. Preferred Certifications: -Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or related field -5+ years of experience in cloud engineering or operations, with at least 2 years in a senior role-Red Hat Certified Specialist in Ansible Automation -AWS/Azure/GCP Networking Certifications -CCNA/CCNP or equivalent networking certifications