Network Automation Engineer

Overview

Abacus Technology is seeking a Network Automation Engineer to provide router and boundary network infrastructure support for the Air Force Intranet Control (AFINC) III Support program at Maxwell AFB/Gunter Annex.  This is a full-time position.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain scripts to reduce down‐time in network operations, improve speed and accuracy of network changes, assist in diagnosis and remediation of advanced network problems, and drive innovative solutions to reduce failure.
• Automate network monitoring and alerts triage as part of proactive approach to maintaining high level of availability.
• Develop automation solutions for configuring and monitoring networking devices to reduce manual tasks and improve service delivery and consistency.
• Streamline existing processes and design new workflows with network automation for routers, VPNs, load‐balancers, firewalls, servers, and switching hardware to maximize network efficiency and security.

Qualifications

5+ years experience in scripting to automate network devices.  HS diploma or GED.  Must be Security+ and hold one of the following certifications: CCNP; Palo Alto Network Security Professional, or Palo Alto Security Operations Professional.  Additional Cisco and/or Palo Alto certifications desired.  Experience with scripting languages to include Python, Ansible, PowerShell, and BAT to automate network device provisioning process, execute network changes and obtain data collection for reporting or analysis.  Experience installing, configuring, troubleshooting, upgrading, patching, and hardening routers, serial consoles, load balancers, and switches.  Able to assess infrastructure, identify areas for improvement, and recommend solutions.  Knowledge of relevant server-side tools and technologies.  Extensive experience with security as it pertains to network architecture, desktops, laptops, servers, firewalls, routers, and intrusion detection systems (IDS).  Solid customer service and communication skills are critical as well as the ability and willingness to communicate effectively and appropriately in an empathetic and understanding manner.  Must be a US Citizen and hold a current Top Secret clearance with SCI access (TS/SCI).

 

Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

 

EOE/M/F/Vet/Disability