Ansible Automation Analyst – eNOC
Location: New York, NY
Work Model: Hybrid (3 days onsite per week)
Experience: 8-10 years
Role Summary
The Ansible Automation Analyst will be responsible for developing, executing, and optimizing automation workflows within the Enterprise Network Operations Center (eNOC). This role focuses on reducing manual effort, improving incident response times, and enabling predictive monitoring through automation and AI-driven capabilities.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, execute, and monitor automation workflows using Ansible and Ansible Event-Driven Automation (EDA)
- Execute pre-approved automation playbooks and bots for standard remediation activities
- Monitor UiPath jobs and Microsoft Power Automate flows for alerts and notifications
- Validate automated escalation processes and ensure timely call-outs
- Maintain and update runbooks, SOPs, and automation knowledge bases
- Identify repetitive tasks and drive automation opportunities
- Support alert tuning and noise reduction initiatives
- Integrate automation workflows with monitoring tools such as SolarWinds, Nagios, and Grafana
- Implement intelligent event correlation and escalation logic
- Optimize automation performance and reduce Mean Time to Resolution (MTTR)
- Troubleshoot automation failures and improve reliability
- Contribute to predictive monitoring initiatives using AI/ML and bot-driven enhancements
Required Qualifications
- Strong experience with Ansible (including Ansible EDA)
- Hands-on experience with GitHub or BitBucket
- Proficiency in PowerShell scripting
- Experience working with IT operations, monitoring, and incident management processes
- Knowledge of automation frameworks and tooling within enterprise environments
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with UiPath and/or Microsoft Power Automate
- Familiarity with monitoring tools such as SolarWinds, Nagios, or Grafana
- Exposure to AI/ML-based monitoring or predictive analytics
- Understanding of DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines
Key Skills
- Automation & scripting
- Monitoring & alerting systems
- Incident management
- Problem-solving and troubleshooting
- Continuous improvement mindset
Applications will be accepted until 6/19/2026
The annual salary for this position is between $49,001 $105,000 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and is subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.
Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
· Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
· Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
· 401(k) plan and contribution
· Long-term/Short-term Disability
· Paid Parental Leave
· Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
#CB
#IND123
About us
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, building the bridge between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, realize tangible returns and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at www.cognizant.com or @cognizant.
Additional employment information
Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
Language requirements vary depending on roles, but we ask that all candidates have basic English proficiency for company-wide communications purposes. For roles based in Quebec, professional English proficiency is required, as you’ll deliver services to and collaborate with stakeholders outside the province who may not speak French.
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial or local laws.
If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email [email protected] with your request and contact information.
