Primary Job Title: Lead Infrastructure Engineer – Linux/Windows, Ansible
Alternate / Related Job Titles:
• Lead DevOps Engineer
• Infrastructure Automation Engineer
• Systems Engineering Lead
• Platform Infrastructure Engineer
Location & Onsite Flexibility: Harbor Point, MD — Hybrid
• OM Tech Center
• Hybrid schedule (onsite + remote)
Contract Details
Position Type: Contract
Contract Duration: 12 Months
Start: As Soon As Possible
Pay Rate: $70 - 80/Hr
Job Description
The Lead Infrastructure Engineer – Linux/Windows, Ansible is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining enterprise-grade infrastructure solutions across Linux and Windows environments. This role blends systems engineering, automation, and software development to support large-scale IT operations within a governed enterprise environment.
The engineer will focus on infrastructure automation, OS-agnostic system design, and integration of modern tooling using Ansible, Python, and scripting technologies. This position requires strong collaboration with cross-functional teams, adherence to formal change control processes, and contribution to continuous improvement initiatives in an Agile environment.
Key Responsibilities
• Design, develop, and maintain scalable infrastructure tools and enterprise software solutions
• Automate system administration tasks using Ansible, PowerShell, shell scripting, and Python
• Develop and integrate Python-based automation utilities
• Design and implement secure, scalable API integrations
• Support and integrate system software across Linux (RHEL) and Windows environments
• Conduct code reviews, testing, and post-implementation validation
• Create and maintain technical documentation, specifications, and migration packages
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues in both new and legacy systems
• Participate in Agile ceremonies and continuous improvement efforts
Required Qualifications
Required Skills & Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field and 8+ years of professional DevOps or software engineering experience
• Strong foundation in computer science principles (data structures, algorithms, software design)
• Hands-on experience with Linux (RHEL) and Windows systems
• Proficiency with Ansible for automation
• Strong scripting skills using PowerShell and shell scripting
• Experience with Python for infrastructure automation
• Working knowledge of Active Directory and Microsoft Intune
• Experience working in large IT estates with formal change control and governance
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
• Familiarity with cloud and hybrid infrastructure environments
• Experience with the Red Hat ecosystem (Satellite, RHEL)
• Strong collaboration and communication skills in Agile teams
Business Knowledge
• Experience partnering directly with business stakeholders
• Exposure to client reporting or financial data systems
Client Requirements
• Client licenses are not required and will not be supported for this role
Benefits
• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
• 401(k) Retirement Fund
About GTT
GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company based in Alaska. As an economically disadvantaged organization, GTT values diverse and inclusive workplaces. Our clients include Fortune 500 banking, insurance, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utility, and retail companies across the U.S. and Canada.
We look forward to helping you land your next great career opportunity!
Job Number: 26-01273 #LI-GTT #LI-Hybrid