Automation Engineer – Contract – Newport Beach, CA - $60.00-$66.00/hr

The end client is unable to sponsor or transfer visas for this position; all parties authorized to work in the US without sponsorship are encouraged to apply.

Cognizant is seeking a Automation Engineer in Newport Beach, CA.

Role Description

Contracting at Cognizant will see you working with the world’s leading companies to improve everyday life. Unlike many IT gigs, Cognizant’s unique consultative approach will see you help clients envision, build and run more innovative and efficient businesses with the latest tech, not just deliver a standard project.

Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant serves 177 of the Fortune 500, and has enjoyed consecutive years of growth, so you’ll never be short of finding your next gig with them. Plus you’ll enjoy many of the perks you’d expect from one of the most admired companies in the world.

Skills & Requirements

• Strong System wide knowledge of vRealize Automation.

• Installation & configuration as per best practice. Preferably in 8.x or latest version.

• Must experience in application integration with vRA APIs - Service Now, SolarWinds, CyberArk, Firewall device.

• Expertise in vRA 8.x to creation of various blueprints and automate complete server build and decommission process.

• In depth Scripting in one or more language is preferred (PowerShell, Python, Ruby)

• Experience with developing workflows and actions using vRealize Orchestrator.

• Automating deployments of various infrastructure deployment elements using VMware vRealize Automation and Orchestration

• An understanding of infrastructure elements and deployment architecture is required.

• The candidate should have a good understanding of interfacing applications with vRA / vRO APIs.

Why Hays?

As Cognizant’s chosen recruitment partner we have this role exclusively, so you will work with a professional recruiter who has intimate knowledge of Cognizant, the role, the Information Technology industry and market trends. Your Hays recruiter will lead you through a thorough screening process to understand your skills, experience, needs, and drivers and so can keep you in mind when future gigs like this come up with Cognizant. You will also get support on resume writing, interview tips, and career planning, so when there’s a position you really want, you’re fully prepared to get it.

Additionally, this position is a contract role where Hays offers you the opportunity to enroll in full medical, dental or vision benefits.

• Medical

• Dental

• Vision

• 401K

• Life Insurance ($20,000 benefit)

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Hays is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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