Automation Administrator

Job Description:

Automation Administrator

Description

Job Location:

• The office for this position is located at the Harry S. Truman State Office Building, 301 W High Street, Jefferson City, MO. 65101.

Why you’ll love this position:

The key management role is a core security function and a foundational pillar of data protection. This position will focus on automating the operation, maintenance, and monitoring of the organization’s cryptographic Key Management System (KMS). This position automates the secure generation, distribution, storage, rotation, and retirement of encryption keys in compliance with industry standards, internal policies, and regulatory requirements. The Automation Administrator will work closely with the Office of Cyber Security on server, network, application, risk and compliance to support encryption services across the enterprise.

• Authorization to work in the United States is a prerequisite of employment. The Office of Administration, Information Technology Services Division (ITSD) will not sponsor applicants for work visas.
  
  
• The salary indicated represents a base pay rate. If the individual selected or the position is eligible for a pay differential (e.g., shift, security, or years of service), it will be added to the total compensation in your paycheck. A pay differential does not raise your base pay.

This position is with the Office of Administration, Information Technology Services Division (OA-ITSD), supporting the Enterprise IT Operations Team.

ITSD Core Values - We Innovate and Partner with Passion, Respect, and Integrity United as #OneTeam.

• Automation of configuration and management of cryptographic key lifecycles (generation, distribution, rotation, archival, and destruction).
• Monitor and audit key usage to detect anomalies and ensure compliance with data security policies and regulations.
• Work with application, network, server, infrastructure, and cloud teams to integrate KMS into workflows and automate encryption processes.
• Monitor and audit key usage to detect anomalies and ensure compliance with data security policies and regulations (e.g., HIPAA, FISMA, CJIS, PCI-DSS, IRS, NIST).
• Coordinate with system owners and application developers to automate key rotation and credential renewal using service accounts with minimal service disruption.
• Maintain an up-to-date inventory of all service accounts tied to encryption operations or cryptographic key usage.
• Conduct periodic reviews and access certifications to validate that service accounts only have the necessary permissions and cryptographic access needed for business operations, and participate in internal and external audits related to cryptographic key management, service account governance, and data protection controls.
• Automate the creation and rotation of certificates

A bachelor's or associate degree related to Computer Information Systems, including intermediate experience with the following, or similar, State of Missouri IT-related services:

• Knowledge of operating systems and applications.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity issues and preventative methods.
• Ability to troubleshoot hardware and software.
• Familiarity with industry standards for cryptographic systems.
• Familiarity with YAML or JSON.
• Proficiency in PowerShell, Python, or Bash scripting.
• Experience with Ansible Automation Platform is preferred but not required.
• Successful background check results are required for employment in this position. This may include background checks involving a candidate’s name and/or fingerprints and other screenings as needed for the specific position.

Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.

Knowledge of operating systems and applications. Knowledge of cybersecurity issues and preventative methods. Ability to troubleshoot hardware and software. Ability to research, collect, and analyze network performance.

The classification for this position is classified as Systems Administration Technician ; click for more information.

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here .

If you have questions please contact: ITSDRecruiting@oa.mo.gov

Salary:

$45,000.00-$58,943.99 per Year