DevOps Network Automation Engineer | 2nd shift

DevOps Network Automation Engineer – 2nd shift Sunday–Thursday, 2:00 PM–10:30 PM CST Plano, TX (Hybrid) 6+ month contract $70hr W2 w/ $6hr referral fee

USC, GC, H4, OPT

Position Overview Our client is seeking a DevOps Network Automation Engineer to support critical network operations, automation, observability, and incident management initiatives. This role will help ensure continued stability, visibility, and support across the network environment. Key Responsibilities Support and automate enterprise network operations involving Palo Alto firewalls and Cisco networking technologies. Develop and maintain network automation solutions using Python and related tools. Monitor network health, performance, and availability using Splunk and other observability platforms. Support SASE solutions and cloud-based network technologies. Participate in monitoring, troubleshooting, and incident management through the Technology Operations Center (TOC). Investigate network incidents, perform root-cause analysis, and coordinate timely resolution. Contribute to operational readiness, reliability, and continuous improvement initiatives. Apply software engineering practices to network automation and infrastructure support. Evaluate and incorporate AI-enabled tools and technologies where appropriate. Create and maintain technical documentation, operational procedures, and automation standards. Required Qualifications Experience supporting enterprise network environments in a DevOps, network engineering, SRE, or automation capacity. Hands‑on experience with Palo Alto firewalls and Cisco networking technologies. Strong Python scripting and automation experience. Experience with network monitoring, observability, and incident management. Experience using Splunk or a comparable monitoring and log‑analysis platform. Familiarity with SASE solutions and cloud technologies. Understanding of software engineering principles, CI/CD, and automated operational processes. Ability to work independently during an evening shift and respond effectively to production incidents. Strong troubleshooting, communication, and documentation skills. Experience supporting large‑scale financial services or highly regulated environments. Experience working in a TOC, NOC, or similar 24x7 operational environment. Familiarity with AI‑assisted operations, automation, or engineering tools. Experience with infrastructure‑as‑code, APIs, Git, or CI/CD platforms. Relevant networking, cloud, DevOps, or security certifications. Estimated Min Rate $50.00 Estimated Max Rate $70.00 What’s In It for You? We welcome you to be a part of the largest and legendary global staffing companies to meet your career aspirations. Yoh’s network of client companies has been employing professionals like you for over 65 years in the U.S., UK and Canada. Join Yoh’s extensive talent community that will provide you with access to Yoh’s vast network of opportunities and gain access to this exclusive opportunity available to you. Benefit eligibility is in accordance with applicable laws and client requirements. Benefits include: Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Benefits (for employees working 20+ hours per week) Health Savings Account (HSA) (for employees working 20+ hours per week) Life & Disability Insurance (for employees working 20+ hours per week) MetLife Voluntary Benefits Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 401K Retirement Savings Plan Direct Deposit & weekly epayroll Referral Bonus Programs Certification and training opportunities Note: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations. Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description. Yoh, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. For California applicants, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. All of the material job duties described in this posting are job duties for which a criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. By applying and submitting your resume, you authorize Yoh to review and reformat your resume to meet Yoh’s hiring clients’ preferences. To learn more about Yoh’s privacy practices, please see our Candidate Privacy Notice: #J-18808-Ljbffr Yoh Idibu