SUMMER CO-OP: OPERATIONS AUTOMATION ANALYST (4 MONTHS)

Position Description.
We are looking for energetic, self driven, Software engineering co-op, to design, implement, and maintain automation solutions that streamline our operations and enhance efficiency.
The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in Ansible, YAML, Python, and PowerShell scripting, as well as the ability to work with a wide range of technologies, including Linux, Windows, Virtual Machines, and various cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, and GCP.
As a part of the Operations Automation role, you will be delivering reliable and resilient automation solutions in collaboration with the Operations Technical and Business experts.
In an effort to foster collaboration and partner with clients, co-op students will be required to be in the office multiple times a week.
Start Date.
May Application Deadline.
January Perks of Being a CGI Co-op.
• Participate in monthly socials to meet co-ops across the country.
• Access professional development workshops hosted by domain experts on topics ranging from how to be a top consultant, how to apply the agile methodology, data & analytics and more! To learn more about CGI and hear from our Co-ops and New Grads, visit www.
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om/startmycareer Your future duties and responsibilities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand requirements and design automation solutions using Ansible and other relevant technologies.
• Develop and maintain a strategic plan for centralizing Ansible automation.
• Create, test, implement and maintain Ansible playbooks and roles that automate various tasks, configurations, and deployments.
• Maintain and update the centralized inventory of managed hosts and resources.
• Implement dynamic inventory solutions when applicable.
• Security and Compliance.
Implement security best practices for Ansible, including credential and secrets management.
Ensure that automation complies with organisational security and compliance policies.
• Scripting.
Develop and maintain Python and PowerShell scripts to automate various tasks and processes.
• Technology Stack Management.
Manage and support automation solutions across a diverse technology stack, including Linux, Windows, Nutanix Virtual Machines, AWS and good to have GCP and azure.
• Source Control.
Use GitLab/GitHub for version control and collaborate with other team members to ensure code integrity.
Required qualifications to be successful in this role.
• Education.
Currently enrolled in a bachelor's degree program in Computer Science, Software Engineering or a related technical field of study • Application Development experience/expertise.
o Understanding of fundamental programming/scripting languages (Python, PowerShell) and Ansible.
o Understanding of Linux and Windows operating systems, and basic networking concepts (server to server communication) o Understanding of Java, SSH, SQL, Oracle, WebLogic o Developing and supporting Ansible Playbooks o Hands on coding/scripting experience o The ability to develop automation using various scripting tools o Exposure to public cloud platforms (GCP/AWS) and private cloud virtualization technologies o Understanding of Monitoring tools (Dynatrace, Grafana, ELK) and alerts Other technical skills • Experience troubleshooting scripts and clarity around developing efficient scripts • Desired experience and comfortable in developing automation for server connectivity and repetitive tasks • Understanding of Application Performance Monitoring (APM) tools • Knowledge and exposure building monitoring dashboards • Familiar with toolset to fine tune alerts generated by the monitoring tool to sectionalize the issue and suggest automated recovery • Experience using log aggregation tools and visualization tools • Good to have machine learning capabilities to provide Business Activity Monitoring and predictive failure analysis • Experience using tools below but not limited to.
o JIRA o Gitlab/ GitHub o Jenkins and/or uDeploy o PowerShell/Python/Ansible/YAML o Confluence Personal Attributes • Excellent written and verbal Communication skills in English • Team collaborator • Self-driven and strong analytical/problem solving ability • Software development, automation experience, Operations exposure • Desire to work in a Global delivery environment Skills.
GitHub Linux PowerShell Python What you can expect from us.
Together, as owners, let’s turn meaningful insights into action.
Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging.
Here, you’ll reach your full potential because… You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life.
That’s why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees.
We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company’s strategy and direction.
Your work creates value.
You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.
You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last.
You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.
At CGI, we recognize the richness that diversity brings.
We strive to create a work culture where all belong and collaborate with clients in building more inclusive communities.
As an equal-opportunity employer, we want to empower all our members to succeed and grow.
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We will be happy to assist.
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