Network Automations Engineer

Overview: GovCIO is currently hiring for a Network Automation Engineer to determine and support Kubernetes platform service requirements for Platform as a Service architecture. This position will be located in Fort Bragg, NC, and will be an on-site position. Responsibilities: The Network Automation Engineer serves as a hybrid Network & Systems Engineer and Tactical Communications SME, responsible for designing, building, automating, testing, and sustaining mission-critical network infrastructure in support of deployed and enterprise operations. This role integrates hands-on engineering, automation development, and operational support to deliver secure, scalable, and rapidly deployable network solutions Key ResponsibilitesNetwork & Systems Engineer / Tactical Communications SME / Testing & DevelopmentMaintains expert-level awareness of current and emerging technologies through continuous research of technical manuals, vendor documentation, security advisories, and open-source resources.Evaluates and recommends hardware and software versions by validating:Minimum installation requirementsKnown defects and bugsSecurity bulletins and patchesCompatibility with legacy systemsPower constraints (including PoE considerations)Environmental and thermal limitationsEnd‑user interoperability (notably SFP module compatibility)Collaborates with the JEDI team to enable bare‑metal provisioning of RHEL servers, leveraging Kickstart-based automation for PXE‑style rapid deploymentsBuilds secure, mission‑ready network nodes from bare metal, including firmware/software upgrades, secure configuration baselines, tunnel establishment, and performance optimization.Conducts in-depth network connectivity testing, end‑user behavior analysis, and troubleshooting to ensure optimal throughput and reliability.Coordinates with multiple J6 functional areas when deploying new sites.Works directly with customers to ensure installations are plug‑and‑play, enabling rapid deployment within constrained logistical timelines.Developed the initial MFS Medium v2 configuration and influenced the MFS Heavy baseline.Rapidly identifies and resolves network configuration errors; provides validated solutions to the network automation team for integration and code deployment.Possesses deep operational knowledge of network architectures, protocols, and failure modes, allowing for expedited fault isolation and resolution.Encryption Subject Matter Expert (SME)Holds strong working knowledge of encryptor configuration, firmware management, operational requirements, version enforcement, best practices, and troubleshooting.Diagnoses encryption issues based on customer‑reported symptoms and operational context.Identified and resolved a critical encryption key failure affecting a forward‑deployed Tier tactical node after multiple unsuccessful remediation attempts.Proficient with GemOne and Chimera management platforms.Additional Operational SupportPerforms off‑site communications checks and equipment upgrades, including installation and airflow optimization to prevent overheating and equipment degradationDelivers expedited remote support to traveling customers, providing Cisco CLI commands to rapidly restore communications for senior leadershipDetects and communicates probable hardware failures at distant ends during outage scenariosAssists with baselining and testing MFS kits under tight timelines or suspected hardware/software issuesCollaborates with customers, ECS, and Tier units to troubleshoot connectivity issues and deliver targeted technical trainingDaily operational use of:Nautobot (IPAM and device management)AWX (administration and automation)Active DirectoryForward Networks (topology and fault analysis)Splunk (detailed network/server logging)ServiceNow (ticketing and technical order tracking)Provides on‑site support for emergent taskings, including after‑hours operations Qualifications: High School with 9+ years (or commensurate experience)Required Skills and ExperienceClearance Required: TS/SCIDoD 8570 IAT Level II CertificationCisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)Experience with Google Cloud Platform and Microsoft AzureExperience with Containerization technologiesExperience with microservice network architectureExperience with troubleshooting and resolving technical problems with both on-site and remote administratorsAbility to communicate technical ideas and deliver briefings with cross-functional teams, work in a high-demand environment, and provide technical expertise on all phases of system engineering activitiesActive and current U.S. Driver's LicensePreferred Skills and ExperienceSupporting U.S. Special Operations organizationsCisco DevNet AssociateRed Hat Certified Specialist in Ansible Network AutomationAviatrix Certified Engineer Multicloud Network Automation SpecialtyLinux Essentials LPICertified Kubernetes AdministratorCertified Kubernetes Application DeveloperExperience with TerraformExperience with Cloud Native networking technologies and conceptsExperience with Amazon Web ServicesExperience with developing tactical, expeditionary cross-domain solutions to deliver FMV across different environments, enclaves, and networksExperience with designing, installing, configuring, and troubleshooting expeditionary, global, regional, and disconnected networks, including internal LAN traffic, WAN, Satellite communications, commercial leased lines, long haul circuits, distributed packet processing, data compression, encryption, and various data transport systemsExperience with evaluating projected network usage and reviewing utilization reportsExperience with Agile development methodologies and working with Agile teams using collaboration tools such as Gitlab.Experience with working with CM tools, including Gitlab, Git-centric, and CI/CD workflowsKnowledge of network engineering in cloud and disconnected edge environmentsKnowledge of Python scripting, writing Ansible playbooks, rudimentary APIs, or automation scriptsKnowledge of Infrastructure as Code#ar#nss#tm Posted Salary Range: USD $110,000.00 - USD $135,000.00 /Yr.

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