High Speed Data (HSD) Sr. Systems Engineer (Remote)

Job Description:

At Sparklight/Cableone and our family of brands, we keep our customers and associates connected to what matters most. For our associates, that means: a thriving and rewarding career, respect for the communities where they live and work, a focus on health and wellness, an excellent work/life balance, and an open and inclusive workplace.  

 We are open to hiring remote if we find the right talent in any of the following states: AL, AR, AZ,  FL, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, LA, MD, MO, MS, NC, ND, NE, NM, NV, OR, OK, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT.  

You will be responsible for deploying, upgrading, and maintaining the High-Speed Data (HSD) infrastructure that supports critical Internet services. This role combines day-to-day administration and troubleshooting with project-based work focused on analysis, design, development, and testing of new and existing technologies.

You will manage vendor solutions supporting core platforms such as DNS, DHCP, and DOCSIS provisioning while ensuring compliance with security policies and maintaining high system availability. Success in this role requires advanced Linux (CentOS/RHEL) expertise, strong scripting and automation skills, and a solid understanding of network security best practices.
This position offers the opportunity to directly impact the reliability and performance of HSD platforms by blending operational excellence with innovative engineering solutions.

Keywords: Automation, BASH, Docker, Python, Scripting, Kentik, Ansible, Linux, CentOS, RHEL, NMS, Infoblox, DNS, DDNS, SIP, IPAM, SolarWinds, BlueCat, AI, LLM, Calix, PON, Calix, DOCSIS, Incognito, NetBrain, ServiceNow, Cisco ISE

What you will do to contribute to the company's success 

Assist in designing, implement, and maintain systems core network systems such as products and solutions by Incognito, Infoblox and Calix along with other technologies to support and maintain the organization's systems, infrastructure and data to include:

Performs implementation of new software as it relates to Engineering technologies and projects.

• Maintains the lifecycle management environment for all HSD applications
• Assists with upgrades to technologies that rely upon backend applications
• Assists with the creation of Low-Level Design (LLD) documentation for configuration templates, method of procedures, application diagrams, knowledge base articles, bill of materials and support documentation.
• Conducts training for new technology integration, technology upgrades, new product design, and implementation to relevant Cable One team members.
• Analyzes project requests to estimate time and cost.
• Works as part of a project team to determine requirements, risks, and limitations for each project scope.
• Performs on-call duties, customer equipment escalations, and overnight network changes as assigned.
• Configure, manage and troubleshoot Linux systems, DOCSIS provisioning, DNS and DHCP configuration, Authentication, Access Policies, and others to ensure optimal network performance, security, and connectivity.
• Utilize Python, Ansible, or other scripting and programming tools, together with strong Linux administration skills to automate tasks, troubleshoot issues, and optimization.
• Respond to requests escalated to HSD Systems Engineering Team and Perform on-call duties as assigned, being a technical point of contact for team.

Education and/or Experience
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Security, Management Information Systems (MIS), or Computer Information Systems (CIS) from an accredited four-year institution.

Bachelor’s degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university preferred; and minimum two years related progressive experience in a network engineering role required.

Previous working background in an MSO (Multiple System Operators) in the cable industry preferred.

Technical Experience
Linux Administration: 6+ years hands-on experience managing CentOS or RHEL environments.

Automation & Scripting: Proficiency with Shell, Python, Perl, Docker, and/or Ansible for system automation and orchestration.

Network Engineering: 4+ years designing, deploying, and operating high-availability corporate and telecommunications networks.

Network Skills: Demonstrated expertise in advanced troubleshooting and in applying industry-standard network-security best practices.
Preferred Certifications
CCIE — Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert
CISSP — Certified Information Systems Security Professional
RHCSA — Red Hat Certified System Administrator
RHCE — Red Hat Certified Engineer
CCSE — Check Point Certified Security Expert
NSE 7+ — Fortinet Network Security Expert (level 7 or