Elliott Michnoff
Senior Workload Automation Engineer
About
Senior Workload Automation Engineer with 27 years of Autosys experience in on-premises enterprise environments specializing in job scheduling, JIL scripting, and large-scale system migration. Also 11 years of CONTROL-M, Administration and 1 year of dSeries ESP to Stonebranch Scheduling and Upgrades. Strong background in Linux and Shell scripting with proven success in migration and optimizing batch workflows across platforms.
Experience in supporting cloud-based Autosys environments and collaborating on migration initiatives aligning well with on-prem to AWS transformation projects.
Project
Management skills used on several projects where required.
Experience
Senior Workload Automation Engineer - Toyota Financial Services for Tata Consultancy Services
(2026-01-07 - 2026-05-12)
- Assisted the Development Teams for correcting their Autosys jobs that were causing INCIDENTS to occur.
- Worked with several of the developers to help them modify their JILS, so that their jobs would run correctly.
- Make several recommendations to management concerning their Production system, as it was not running at a robust level. Management initiated a project based on my recommendations.
- Sought after for my Autosys knowledge of 27 years of experience, because I was the only one with the knowledge and Autosys SME experience.
- My work with the development teams helped to reduce the incidents by over half, thus meeting their goals.
- Assisted the Autosys Support team with complex issues that they couldn't resolve on their own due to lack of experience.
Senior Workload Automation Engineer - Synergis for Southern Company
(2023-06-23 - 2025-08-08)
- Managed and optimized Autosys and CONTROL-M workload automation across enterprise environments, overseeing upgrades, job scheduling, and client support to ensure 99.9% uptime for mission-critical applications.
- Led an in-place CONTROL-M upgrade from 9.0.19.200 to 9.0.21.200, applying project management practices to deliver a zero-downtime migration and seamless adoption across business units.
- Enhanced reliability by modifying and optimizing JIL scripts, improving workflow performance and reducing recurring job failures by 15%.
- Collaborated with global support teams (including Philippines operations) to troubleshoot, resolve scheduling issues, and maintain service level agreements (SLAs) within 95% compliance.
- Administered Linux and Windows servers, performing critical maintenance, patching, and high-availability configurations that strengthened system resilience and disaster recovery readiness.
- Supported the IOC Batch Scheduling Team by managing Autosys and CONTROL-M systems, ensuring stable operations and minimal downtime for business-critical workflows.
- Performed daily job modifications, troubleshooting, and system monitoring, achieving a 20% reduction in recurring job failures through proactive issue resolution.
- Administered Linux and Windows servers, handling software installations, patching, and restarts to maintain system integrity and performance.
- Led the upgrade of Autosys from R11.3.4 to R11.3.5, coordinating with cross-functional stakeholders and meeting project milestones on time with zero production impact.
- Delivered client and internal support for workload automation, improving scheduling efficiency and strengthening adherence to operational SLAs.
Sr. Autosys Developer & Support Engineer - Harvard Partners for Citizens Bank of Rhode Island
(2022-08 - 2022-11)
- Converted Windows Task Scheduler jobs to Autosys, creating and optimizing JIL scripts to streamline migration and improve job scheduling reliability.
- Produced accurate JIL code from existing Windows Task Scheduler jobs, enabling a smooth transition to Autosys and reducing manual scheduling errors by 20%.
- Reviewed and converted SAS scripts into batch files for seamless execution within Autosys, ensuring compatibility and system performance across environments.
- Developed and delivered training presentations and documentation on Autosys functionalities, enhancing team proficiency and reducing onboarding time for new staff by 30%.
Autosys & Workload Automation Consultant - Cognizant Technologies Solutions / Albertsons Food Chain
(2022-09 - 2023-10)
- Supported the migration from ESP to Stonebranch workload automation, handling job scheduling, script conversion, and system validation to ensure a seamless transition with minimal downtime.
- Converted ESP job scripts into Stonebranch workflows, enabling compatibility and reducing manual intervention by 25% during migration.
- Trained developers and support staff on Stonebranch job scheduling and management, improving team adoption and reducing post-migration issues by 30%.
- Assisted with scheduling, monitoring, and troubleshooting during the migration process, maintaining SLA compliance and system stability throughout the transition.
Sr. Autosys Consultant - TEEMA USA/NeXtSource
(2019-11 - 2020-12)
- Supported the PeopleSoft HR system migration to the Autosys AWS Cloud environment, creating optimized JIL scripts and job streams to ensure a seamless transition.
- Developed and deployed JIL code for batch workflows, enabling efficient job scheduling and enhancing overall system performance.
- Conducted testing and validation of job executions, ensuring system stability and 99.9% post-migration uptime.
- Advised project teams on Autosys capabilities and best practices, strengthening adoption and improving operational efficiency.
- Assisted in migration of batch jobs from on-prem to AWS including validation and testing.
- Collaborated with cloud/infrastructure teams during migration to AWS, ensuring job scheduling continuity. Performed validation and trouble-shooting of Autosys jobs in AWS environments post migration.
Sr. Systems Scheduling Administrator - Ensono, LLC
(2014-06 - 2019-09)
- Managed Autosys scheduling environments for multiple clients, troubleshooting and optimizing job flows to ensure high availability and SLA compliance.
- Produced and delivered training videos and documentation on Autosys functionality, improving onboarding efficiency and reducing training time for new team members by 40%.
- Provided automation support and system administration, enhancing job reliability and streamlining scheduling processes across diverse client environments.
- Supported and maintained Autosys and Control-M environments, ensuring stability, timely job execution, and compliance with operational SLAs.
- Developed, tested, and deployed JIL scripts for diverse client projects, improving workflow efficiency and reducing manual intervention by 20%.
- Designed and delivered training materials and sessions for internal staff and external clients, enhancing team proficiency in workload automation tools.
- Provided Control-M scheduling and operational support, troubleshooting job failures and implementing optimizations to strengthen system reliability.
Autosys Support Engineer - Robert Mark Technologies for CA Technologies
(2013-10 - 2014-03)
- Provided Level 1 Autosys support, diagnosing and resolving scheduling issues to ensure uninterrupted business operations.
- Investigated and resolved Severity 1–4 incidents, minimizing downtime and maintaining SLA compliance for critical applications.
- Delivered real-time troubleshooting assistance to clients via WebEx and email, guiding users through issue resolution effectively.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to share knowledge, document solutions, and resolve complex Autosys-related challenges.
Autosys Consultant - Intelli-Source, Inc.
(2013-08 - 2013-10)
- Designed and implemented PERL scripts to automate enrollment and claims processing, improving operational efficiency and reducing manual errors.
- Supported and maintained Autosys job scheduling, ensuring smooth execution of critical batch processes and timely delivery of business operations.
- Troubleshot and resolved Autosys-related issues, collaborating with cross-functional teams to minimize downtime and optimize job performance.
Autosys Consultant - ProUnlimited, Inc. for The Insurance Exchange
(2012-08 - 2013-08)
- Led the enterprise-wide migration from Autosys 4.5.1 to R11, overseeing job review, testing, remediation, and end-to-end documentation to ensure a seamless transition.
- Optimized and remediated over 10,000 JIL scripts, improving job reliability, performance, and compliance with Autosys R11 standards.
- Delivered training sessions and comprehensive documentation to application teams, equipping users with best practices and hands-on knowledge of new Autosys R11 features.
Autosys Consultant - Staffing, Inc. for SANOFI-Aventis
(2012-04 - 2012-08)
- Assisted in the migration of batch jobs from Autosys to Control-M, performing environment cleanup and ensuring compatibility with new scheduling standards.
- Provided migration support and validation, maintaining job integrity and minimizing downtime during transition to the new scheduling platform.
- Collaborated with Control-M experts and project teams to streamline migration activities and ensure a smooth, error-free transition.
Autosys Consultant - Cognizant Tech Solutions for Marathon Oil
(2011-12 - 2012-03)
- Supported job conversions and troubleshooting within the Autosys R11 environment, ensuring smooth migration and minimizing disruptions to production workloads.
- Converted Tivoli Workload Scheduler (TWS) jobs to Autosys, thoroughly tested job flows, and resolved failures to maintain scheduling accuracy and reliability.
- Provided consulting expertise on Autosys job scheduling and best practices, guiding teams on optimization and improving overall system performance.

