Network Operations Engineer

Job Description Job Description Job at a Glance Title: Network Operations Engineer Location: Philadelphia, PA Contract: W2 only, 6-month contract with potential for extension or conversion to full time with either the client or CEI Environment: 24/7 operations (on-call rotation, weekends/holidays as needed) Pay: $50/hour + optional medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match Overview This team is building anext-generation distributed cable network architectureto deliver faster speeds and increased bandwidth using virtualization. We are seeking aNetwork OperationsEngineer IIto supportvCMTS(virtual CMTS) and RPHY deploymentsacross a nationwide network. This role combinessystems and networking expertiseto support critical infrastructure in a high-availability environment. Key Responsibilities SupportvCMTSplatform setup, system installation, and network maintenance Executesystem upgrades, change management, and automation scripting Monitor systems and performincident mitigationin a 24/7 environment Identify recurring issues and partner with engineering teams onlong-term solutions Troubleshootnetwork, server, and application issues Develop and maintainautomation scripts (Python, Bash) Collaborate with product and project teams todeploy and operationalize new solutions Participate in anon-call rotation Required Qualifications ~3+ years of experience in a24x7 production operations environment Strong understanding of: Networking fundamentals (critical)– troubleshooting & configuration Linux/Unix systems administration Scripting (Python, Bash) Experience troubleshootingserver hardware and software issues Hands-on experience withnetworking devices (Cisco, Juniper, Arista) Preferred Qualifications Experience withKubernetes, Jenkins, Ansible, Git Exposure toautomation, monitoring, and service management tools Certifications such asCCNA or JNCIA Experience withnew product integration or large-scale deployments What We’re Looking For Strongnetworking knowledge(top priority based on prior feedback) Ability totroubleshoot end-to-end systems(network + infrastructure) Comfortable working in afast-paced, 24/7 operations environment Strong problem-solving and automation mindset Why Should I Apply? This role offers an opportunity to work on diverse technical products and systems, with a focus on automation and cloud infrastructure. It is ideal for professionals seeking to leverage their engineering expertise in a dynamic environment. About CEI: As a trusted technology partner, CEI delivers solutions that help our customers transform their business and achieve meaningful results. From strategy and custom application development through application management - our technology and digital experience services are tailored to meet each unique need of our customers. Our staffing solutions bring specialized skills to complement our customers' workforce and project requirements. #ZR #INDGEN