Network Automation Engineer

KFORCE URGENT REQUIREMENT

Looking for candidates regarding the following:


POSITION


Network Automation Engineer


LOCATION


Remote


DURATION


6+ months CONTRACT TO HIRE


C2C PAY RATE


$80/hr c2c max


INTERVIEW TYPE


Video


Sponsorship


No (Must be able to convert without sponsorship


REQUIRED SKILLS


Overview : We are seeking a motivated and capable Network Automation Engineer to join our network Automation/operations team. This role will focus on automating processes within network operations, requiring a strong foundation in networking and cloud technologies. The ideal candidate will have excellent soft skills, be a team player, and possess the ability to pass a clearance.

Key Responsibilities :

• Automate network operations processes, including the rollout of upgrades to Meraki switches, monitoring and alerting systems, and integration of Aruba APs into SolarWinds.
• Develop automation solutions for SDWAN IONs, including automating ServiceNow ticket creation and resolution.
• Collaborate with the cloud team to automate firewall rule requests, ensuring efficient and accurate rule implementation.
• Support infrastructure for federal and state government programs, including FSA, CDC, and veteran evaluation services.

Key Technologies they use :

• Networking : Aruba Wireless, Palo Alto SDWAN IONS, Palo Alto Firewalls, NGFW, Cisco (including VPN IPSEC tunnels and Meraki), SolarWinds.
• Automation : Ansible, Python, Rundeck, Codeshuttle, terraform
• Cloud : AWS (primary), Azure (building out), Google Cloud Platform (GCP).

Qualifications :

• Strong knowledge of networking fundamentals and cloud technologies.
• Experience with automation tools such as Ansible, Python, and Rundeck.
• Ability to work remotely and collaborate with a distributed team.
• Must be able to pass a public trust clearance (6C), with the potential for a secret clearance in the future.

Desired Attributes :

• Motivation and capability to learn and adapt to new technologies.
• Excellent soft skills, including transparency, honesty, and teamwork.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement.
• Preference for candidates with cloud experience and knowledge of AWS, Azure, and GCP.

Team and Culture :

• Work closely with a team of 3 automation engineers.
• Be part of a supportive and collaborative environment that values diversity and inclusion.

Projects :

• Automate the rollout of Meraki switches and monitoring systems.
• Integrate Aruba APs into SolarWinds for tracking.
• Develop automation solutions for SDWAN IONs and firewall rule requests.

Additional Information :

• the hiring manager, recently took over the automation team and is looking for candidates who can bring fresh ideas and energy to the team.
• The role supports critical infrastructure for federal and state government programs, ensuring the smooth operation of essential services.

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