Secure SFTP ingestion automation
Automated retrieval and verification of file drops over SFTP, with predictable logging and safe retries.
PowerShellSFTPAutomationWindows
The situation
A recurring workflow depended on manual SFTP pulls and ad-hoc checking. Errors were easy to miss and rework was common.
What I delivered
- Automated SFTP downloads with deterministic folder structure
- Checksums / file validation and safe retry logic
- Structured logs suitable for “what happened?” questions
- Idempotent design so reruns do not create duplicates
Outcome
- Faster turnaround with fewer manual steps
- Lower failure rate through validation and retries
- Clear audit trail for operations
Details are generalized to protect the client environment.