Microsoft OS Automation SME

Responsibilities Kforce is immediately seeking an experienced Microsoft OS Automation SME in support of our enterprise telecommunications and mass media client based in Charlotte, NC. Roles and Responsibilities include: • Development of automation actions for Microsoft Windows Operating System (OS) and housed databases and applications (PaaS) service offerings • Act as the key Subject Matter Expert (SME) resource within our Corporate Infrastructure Technology Enablement (CITE) department to design and develop automations for Windows and Databases instances that deliver on our Agile Sprint outcomes; Including Microsoft Windows Servers Standard & Enterprise editions across 2016, 2019, and 2022 releases (Windows 2025 & Windows Core OS experience also is a plus) • These automations are used to facilitate the new builds for the server as well as APP and DB provisioning and configurations leveraged by IT Operations teams and end-users alike • Creating new scripts, programs, or automations using our platform; Participate in the preparation of materials and oral presentations for customers and management • May be required to work off-shift, weekend, and overtime hours Requirements • Bachelor's degree, or foreign equivalent, in Computer Science, or a related field • 5-6 years of experience in both Windows OS and Database technologies • 5 years of experience scripting/developing automations in languages such as PowerShell, Json, Ansible (Salt, chef is a suitable substitute), Python, Terraform • Experience with code version control; GitHub, GitLab, etc. • Database provisioning and administration knowledge of Microsoft SQL 2016/2019, MySQL 8, and PostgreSQL preferred, along with applications such as Microsoft Internet Information Services (IIS), etc. • Understanding Dev Ops fundamentals; CI/CD, Docker, Kubernetes; Jenkins, etc. • Understanding of Cloud design and infrastructure • Skilled in troubleshooting methodologies • Must have excellent written and oral communications, including technical documents, and process documents The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future. We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave. Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law. This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions. Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. By clicking “Apply Today” you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages or emails from Kforce and its affiliates, and service providers. Note that if you choose to communicate with Kforce via text messaging the frequency may vary, and message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You will always have the right to cease communicating via text by using key words such as STOP.