Cloud Automation Engineer

Job ID: 113185
Location: Kearneysville, West Virginia  [Hybrid]
Category: App/Dev
Employment Type: Contract
Date Added: 07/31/2026
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Role Summary
This position entails designing, developing, and maintaining cloud automation workflows within VMware Aria Automation and VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) Automation. The role requires a seasoned Cloud Automation Engineer responsible for integrating orchestration solutions, ensuring security compliance, and supporting automated provisioning for critical government systems. The position offers a hybrid work schedule, balancing on-site and remote work at a facility located in Kearneysville, WV.

Responsibilities

  • Design, deploy, and manage self-service catalogs and cloud provisioning blueprints using VMware Aria Automation and VCF Automation.
  • Develop and customize complex automation workflows within VMware Aria Automation Orchestrator and VCF Operations Orchestrator to streamline operational tasks.
  • Analyze, map, and document end-to-end workflows across multiple technology domains including compute, network, storage, and security.
  • Integrate automation solutions with external enterprise services such as Infoblox DDI, Tenable Security Center, and ServiceNow via JavaScript and REST APIs.
  • Maintain VMware vSphere and VCF infrastructure, supporting automated VM provisioning, resource allocation, and lifecycle management.
  • Ensure all automated deployments and self-service components adhere to federal security standards, government baselines, and DISA STIGs, including vulnerability remediation.
  • Monitor automation platform performance, troubleshoot workflow or provisioning failures, and conduct root cause analysis.
  • Create and maintain documentation for system configurations, blueprints, processes, and standard operating procedures.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize automation workflows and enhance system security and compliance.
  • Stay current with industry best practices and emerging technologies in cloud automation, virtualization, and security.

Qualifications

  • High School diploma or equivalent with at least 9 years of relevant experience or comparable professional background.
  • DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification such as Security+ CE, CySA+, or CCNA Security.
  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience developing automation solutions using JavaScript and REST APIs, specifically with Infoblox DDI and Tenable Security Center.
  • Proven experience designing, deploying, and managing automation workflows with VMware Aria Automation and VCF tools.
  • Proficiency in building, customizing, and troubleshooting orchestration workflows in VMware Aria Automation Orchestrator and VCF Operations Orchestrator.
  • Strong understanding of VMware vSphere, VCF environments, VM lifecycle, resource management, and cluster behavior.
  • Experience in integrating automation workflows with ServiceNow via APIs for ITSM processes, approval workflows, and ticketing.
  • In-depth knowledge of enterprise virtualization, IP networking, core infrastructure services, and storage solutions.
  • This position requires eligibility for a U.S. Government security clearance. In accordance with federal law, U.S. citizenship is required.

Publishing Pay Range: $50.00 – $55.00 hourly

This position offers a hybrid schedule, with time split between the office and remote work.

About GDH:
At GDH, we believe in the power of people and the importance of caring. Our culture statement, “We care about people,” isn’t just a tagline – it’s the core of everything we do. GDH is a premier staffing and talent solutions company dedicated to helping businesses find the best talent and assisting job seekers in finding their dream jobs.

Who We Are:
GDH, founded in 2001, has grown into a leader in providing staffing solutions across various industries. We specialize in IT across several sectors, connecting top talent with leading enterprises. As a Best of Staffing firm recognized for excellence in client, employee, talent, and women’s services, we pride ourselves on our commitment to quality and service.

GDH Benefits

GDH offers a range of employee benefits that are designed to promote well-being and help maintain a healthy work-life balance. These comprehensive benefits cover various aspects of an employee’s life and aim to enhance their overall experience with the company. Our health benefits include three medical insurance options with access to KISx Card, Zero Card, and HealthJoy concierge services. Other plan offerings include dental, vision, life, disability, supplemental insurance, and pet insurance plans. Enjoy additional perks like holiday pay, 401(k) plan, direct deposit, an employee referral program, work-life balance benefits, a Wellbeats membership, a discounted gym membership program, and more!  For more detailed information on benefits, please go to GDH’s website under the tab for candidates.

GDH provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. Applicants with disabilities who require an accommodation or assistance in applying and/or for interviewing, please contact our HR Department.

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