Senior Network Automation Engineer/ NEED CLEARANCE / Remote

This is a full-time Network Automation Engineer opportunity supporting a federal program. The role is fully remote, working for a defense-focused technology integrator. You’ll work with modern network automation tooling, Python, Ansible, Cisco, and cloud-driven network environments, and the position requires an active Secret clearance.

Required Skills & Experience
· Active Secret clearance
· 5+ years of network engineering or automation engineering
· Strong Python scripting
· Experience with Ansible or similar automation frameworks
· Solid understanding of routing, switching, and firewalls
· Experience with Cisco platforms (IOS, NX-OS, ASA, etc.)

Desired Skills & Experience
· Experience with Git, CI/CD pipelines, or DevOps workflows
· Cloud networking (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
· API integration experience (REST, NetConf, etc.)
· CCNP, DevNet, or equivalent certifications

What You Will Be Doing
Tech Breakdown
· 50% Network automation (Python, Ansible, APIs)
· 50% Traditional networking (Cisco, routing/switching, firewalls)

Daily Responsibilities
· 80% Hands On
· 5% Management Duties
· 15% Team Collaboration

The Offer
• Bonus eligible

You will receive the following benefits:
· Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
· Vacation Time

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future.