Network Automation Engineer
Location
Ashburn, VA | United States
Job description
Department: Information Technology / Network Operations
Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Network Automation Engineer with a full-scope polygraph to join our Network Operations team. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in network engineering principles and a passion for automation. This role focuses on designing, implementing, and maintaining automation solutions to improve the efficiency, reliability, and scalability of our network infrastructure.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain automation scripts and tools to automate network configuration, deployment, and management tasks.
- Work closely with network engineers and IT staff to identify opportunities for automation within network operations.
- Implement and manage network automation tools and platforms, specifically Ansible, to streamline network processes.
- Monitor network performance and automate fault detection, troubleshooting, and resolution processes.
- Ensure compliance with security policies and practices in network automation scripts and tools.
- Document automation processes and maintain accurate records of network configurations and changes.
- Provide technical support and guidance on network automation to network operations.
Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in network engineering with a strong focus on automation.
- Proficient in scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) and automation tools, specifically Ansible.
- Solid understanding of network protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP), network infrastructure components (routers, switches, firewalls), and operating systems (Linux, Windows).
- Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git).
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
- Must have a current full-scope polygraph.
Preferred Skills
- Certifications in network engineering (e.g., CCNP, JNCIP) and/or automation tools (e.g., Ansible Certification).
- Knowledge of cloud networking concepts and experience with cloud service providers (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) is a plus.
- Experience with AAP (Ansible Automation Platform) is also a plus.
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