Network Automation Engineer

Job Title: Network Automation Engineer

Workplace Type: Hybrid-4 Days Onsite (Wilmington, DE, Manassas, VA, or Urbandale Iowa)

Employment Type: Direct Hire

Overview:

Join a leading organization as a Network Automation Engineer, where you'll play a pivotal role in revolutionizing and streamlining global network infrastructure. This position is ideal for someone passionate about integrating network engineering with cutting-edge automation practices. You'll collaborate with diverse technical teams to develop scalable, secure, and efficient automation frameworks supporting innovative cloud networking initiatives, including SD-WAN and Zero Trust architectures. If you thrive in fast-paced environments and have a knack for automation, this opportunity offers a dynamic platform to grow your expertise and make a tangible impact on enterprise network operations.

Required Skills:

• 3-5+ years in enterprise network engineering supporting multi-site or global environments
• Proven experience with network automation and scripting, specifically in operational contexts
• Strong knowledge of routing, switching, firewalls, VPNs, NAC, and WAN technologies
• Proficiency in Python and Ansible; working knowledge of Terraform and REST APIs for network automation
• Experience with version control systems and CI/CD pipelines for infrastructure or network changes
• Familiarity with cloud networking platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP and hybrid connectivity
• Hands-on experience with enterprise platforms including Cisco (routing, switching, ISE, DNA Center), Palo Alto, and Zscaler
• Exposure to containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes is advantageous

Nice to Have Skills:

• Certifications such as Cisco DevNet, CCNP/CCIE, PCNSE, CISSP, AWS/Azure Networking
• Knowledge of AI-assisted development and intelligent automation techniques
• Experience with network testing frameworks and event-driven automation

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university or equivalent combination of education and work experience
• 2+ years specifically focused on hands-on network automation and scripting

Other Requirements:

• Ability to participate in on-call rotations supporting production environments
• Commitment to developing and adhering to automation standards and best practices to drive maintainability and governance

Elevate your career by contributing to innovative cloud and network automation projects — apply now to become a critical part of our client's forward-thinking team!