IT Automation Engineer

Job Title: IT Automation Engineer (Remote within Ireland)

What you can expect to do:

• Manage SaaS applications and adopt best practice in a cloud-first strategy and distributed workforce.
• Automate IT Operations: Develop and implement automation scripts to streamline IT operations, including system provisioning, configuration management, and monitoring.
• Automate key processes such as employee onboarding and offboarding to enhance efficiency and improve the overall employee experience.
• Develop, manage, and update documentation of all Employee Technology projects.

What we are looking for:

• At least 2 years’ experience as an Automation Engineer or similar role, managing and supporting the Microsoft 365/Entra ID environments.
• Knowledge of Mobile Device Management tools (Intune, Jamf) and collaboration platforms (Google Drive, Slack, Zoom)
• Experience with PowerShell and other scripting tools.
• Familiarity with security best practices and data protection across all cloud services.
• Solid troubleshooting and problem solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex issues and provide effective solutions.
• Ability to think creatively and come up with proactive ideas.
• Ability to interpret business requirements and deliver value-added solutions in an agile manner.
• Ability to manage several inter-related and potentially competing priorities in parallel.
• Proven ability to design and implement new processes and facilitate user adoption.

Preferred skills and qualifications:

• Experience deploying solutions and security policies with Microsoft Intune and/or Jamf.
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft 365 and Entra ID Administration
• Implement and administer Entra ID services, including Resource Groups, Automation Accounts, Key Vault, Network Security Groups, and Azure Virtual Desktops.
• Experience implementing Microsoft Entra Conditional Access
• Experience managing endpoint protection platforms and Microsoft security offerings.
• Experience with automation solutions and/or Google App Script would be a plus!

The following certifications are a plus:

• Microsoft Azure Administrator
• Microsoft 365 Certified: Fundamentals
• Google Cloud Certified - Associate
• Google Workspace Administrator Certificate
• Microsoft Azure Security Technologies (AZ-500)
• ITIL Foundation

Why G-P?

At G-P, we’re redefining global employment with cutting-edge, scalable solutions, enabling companies to manage and grow international teams. Join us and contribute to a mission that impacts lives in over 180 countries.

What We Offer

• Growth Opportunities: We support your development with mentorship, training, and professional growth initiatives.
• Competitive Benefits: Enjoy a robust benefits package, including a competitive salary, bonus, and flexible work conditions.
• Innovative Culture: Be part of a remote-first, diverse team that values innovation, creativity, and impactful contributions.

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest records, conviction records, or other criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of any applicable state and local laws, including the National Vetting Bureau (Children and Vulnerable Persons) Act 2012, the Private Security Services Act 2004, and the Criminal Justice (Spent Convictions and Certain Disclosures) Act 2016.  

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