This session was presented at BLUEPRINT 4D 2026.

The PeopleSoft administrator of the future looks very different from the one of the past. As organizations modernize their ERP platforms and move to cloud infrastructure, the skills, tools, and mindset required to manage PeopleSoft are rapidly evolving. In this session, we’ll explore what it means to be a modern PeopleSoft administrator—one who combines deep application knowledge with automation, security, and cloud engineering principles. We’ll demonstrate how DevSecOps practices—like version control, continuous integration, infrastructure-as-code, and automated configuration management—are transforming traditional administration into code-driven, auditable, and secure operations. Using practical examples with GitLab CI/CD, Terraform, and Chef, we’ll show how teams can automate provisioning, apply consistent configurations, and deploy PeopleSoft environments with speed and confidence. Beyond the tools, this session focuses on the skills and culture needed to thrive in the cloud era. Attendees will learn how to build or reskill teams for modern PeopleSoft operations—bridging the gap between ERP expertise and platform engineering. Whether you’re leading a team or shaping your own career path, you’ll leave with a clear roadmap for evolving PeopleSoft administration into a forward-looking, automation-first discipline.

Speaker: Aaron Engelsrud, Capella University