Senior System & Automation Administrator

YOUR NEW COMPANY

Kirey is one of the leading European groups in technology consulting and system integration, with a distinctive positioning in data-driven innovation.

Through a comprehensive portfolio of solutions—including Data & AI, Cloud, Software Development, Cybersecurity, Infrastructure & Automation, and Monitoring—Kirey transforms data complexity into intuitive and accessible solutions, helping clients achieve their business goals.

With its headquarters in Italy, an established international presence, and nearly 1,500 employees, Kirey has delivered over 10,000 projects for leading clients across Insurance, Banking, Manufacturing, Retail, Public Administration, and Services & Energy.

At the core of everything we do are our people. At Kirey, individuals are empowered to fully express their talent and play an active role in the company’s value chain. This is made possible through continuous investment in training and improvement processes, a strong focus on innovation and creativity, and a deep commitment to diversity and inclusion, supported by dedicated initiatives.

Work location: Italy / Hybrid
Salary range: €35,000 – €50,000 gross annual salary

YOUR ROLE

To strengthen a team dedicated to Security Operations, we are looking for a Security Operations & Patch Automation Engineer.

The selected person will work on patch management, security operations and automation, contributing to the design and development of solutions aimed at making operational processes more efficient, repeatable and secure.

The role combines strong system administration skills across Linux and Windows environments with Security expertise and a strong inclination towards automation. We are not looking for expertise in a specific programming language: what makes the difference is the ability and willingness to use scripting and coding to automate processes and operational activities.

You will join a structured and technologically complex environment, collaborating with Infrastructure and Security teams and addressing challenges related to patch management, remediation and system security.

KEY ACTIVITIES

• Design, develop and maintain automation solutions for patch management across Linux and Windows environments.
• Define and orchestrate patch management workflows and processes through automation and orchestration tools.
• Develop scripts and software solutions to automate operational activities.
• Perform security analysis within operations, contributing to the identification of vulnerabilities, risks and remediation priorities.
• Analyse and troubleshoot patching issues, including deployment errors, incompatibilities, failed patches and exceptions.
• Collaborate with Infrastructure and Security teams on remediation activities.
• Contribute to ensuring compliance with security policies and vulnerability remediation timelines.
• Document procedures, scripts and processes, contributing to the continuous improvement and automation of the service.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure effective and structured management of patching processes across assigned environments.
• Identify opportunities to automate operational processes and contribute to their implementation.
• Support the analysis and resolution of issues related to patch deployment and installation.
• Collaborate with Security and Infrastructure teams on vulnerability management and remediation activities.
• Contribute to the evolution of Security Operations processes through scripting, automation and continuous improvement.

• Ensure proper documentation of developed solutions and operational procedures.

  REQUIREMENTS

• Strong knowledge of Linux and Windows operating systems.
• Solid knowledge of patch management, related processes and issues associated with patch deployment and management.
• Knowledge of key vulnerability management and remediation concepts.
• Knowledge of at least one programming or scripting language.
• Strong willingness to use coding to develop automation solutions.
• Knowledge of tools for workflow and process automation and orchestration.
• Ability to analyse and troubleshoot technical issues within complex infrastructure environments.

• Ability to collaborate effectively with Infrastructure and Security teams.

  NICE TO HAVE

• Knowledge of CyberArk.
• Experience in Cybersecurity / Security Operations.
• Experience in security investigation activities.
• Experience managing and automating patch management processes within enterprise environments.

• Experience developing scripts or automation solutions for infrastructure and security activities.

  WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• We are looking for someone with strong system administration skills, an interest in Cybersecurity and a strong inclination towards automation.
• The ideal person is curious and solution-oriented, looking beyond day-to-day operational activities to identify ways to make processes simpler, more reliable and increasingly automated.
• You are interested in using programming as a tool to improve processes and are comfortable collaborating with different technical teams, particularly across Infrastructure and Security.

• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, a proactive mindset and an interest in continuous improvement complete the profile.

  WHAT WE OFFER

• The compensation package includes a gross annual salary between €35,000 and €50,000. The final offer will be defined according to the selected person's experience and skills.
• In addition, we offer:
• Involvement in projects across Security Operations, Infrastructure & Automation.
• The opportunity to work within complex and technologically advanced enterprise environments.
• The opportunity to develop cross-functional expertise across Infrastructure, Automation and Cybersecurity.
• Access to training and professional development programmes.
• The opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals with specialist expertise.
• A collaborative, dynamic and growth-oriented environment.
• Smart working and flexible working arrangements.
• Corporate welfare and benefits package.

• Concrete opportunities for professional growth.

  WHY KIREY

• You will join an environment where Cybersecurity, Infrastructure and Automation work together to make systems more secure, reliable and efficient.
• You will have the opportunity to use your system administration and programming skills to address real-world challenges, directly contributing to the automation and evolution of Security Operations processes.

JOIN US

Work location: Italy / Hybrid

We adopt a hybrid work strategy designed to leverage the opportunities offered by remote work, benefiting both employees and the company. Our approach reflects the belief that impact, contribution, and results matter more than physical location.

Kirey promotes diversity in the workplace. All applications will be welcomed and assessed based on merit.

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