Automation Engineer – Patching

Unisys

. Partner with Windows, Linux, storage, and backup teams to understand patch management cycles and identify automation opportunities .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeRemote • Connecticut • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in patch management automation using Ansible, Terraform, and GitLab CI/CD, while effectively analyzing and documenting workflows. Proficient in managing infrastructure configurations and securing pipeline artifacts with HashiCorp Vault and JFrog Artifactory.

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Ansible AutomationTerraform Infrastructure ManagementGitLab CI/CD Pipeline DevelopmentPatch Management AnalysisServiceNow ITSM Experience

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Hard Skills

Patch ManagementScripting in BashScripting in PythonScripting in PowerShellInfrastructure OperationsAutomation WorkflowsIncident Data AnalysisWindows Systems AdministrationLinux Systems AdministrationStorage and Backup Operations

Tools & Technologies

ServiceNowGitLabHashiCorp VaultJFrog ArtifactoryXrayCatalogCuration

Industry Keywords

U.S. CitizenshipPatch Management AutomationOperational Risk AssessmentManual Task ReductionRepeatable Workflows

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AnsibleITSMLinuxPythonServiceNowTerraformVault

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Partner with Windows, Linux, storage, and backup teams to understand patch management cycles and identify automation opportunities
Analyze ServiceNow patching tickets to identify recurring manual tasks and quantify frequency and effort
Prioritize patch management automation opportunities based on severity, operational risk, and impact
Develop reusable Ansible playbooks and roles for patch management
Use Terraform to maintain repeatable infrastructure configurations supporting patch management workflows
Build and maintain GitLab CI/CD pipelines to package, test, and deploy patch management automation
Manage secrets, credentials, and certificates through HashiCorp Vault
Use JFrog Artifactory, including Xray, Catalog, and Curation, to manage and secure pipeline artifacts
Validate automated patching workflows against manual procedures
Track and report patch automation coverage, reductions in manual effort, and ticket volume
Document patch management procedures, Ansible playbooks, and pipeline configurations
Review patching ticket trends and maintain the patch automation backlog

Requirements

What you’ll need

U.S. Citizenship and Residency Required
BA/BS degree or equivalent experience
3-5 years of experience in infrastructure operations, patch management, or related engineering roles, including patching automation
Hands-on experience using Ansible, Terraform, GitLab CI/CD, and HashiCorp Vault to support production patch management workflows
Experience analyzing patching tickets and incident data in ServiceNow or a similar ITSM tool
Ability to gather patching requirements from operations teams and translate patch cycles and procedures into repeatable workflows
Working knowledge of Windows and Linux systems administration, storage, and backup operations
Experience supporting patch management across Windows, Linux, storage, and backup environments
Strong scripting skills in Bash, Python, PowerShell, or similar languages
Eligibility for any required U.S. Government authorizations for access to export-controlled commodities and technology

Benefits

Comp & perks

Unlimited paid time off
401(k) plan
Comprehensive healthcare
HSA matching
Ongoing learning opportunities
Video interviews as part of the hiring process