Sr. Engineer - Network Automation

Job Description

We are seeking a Sr. Network Automation Engineer to help modernize and automate our global network infrastructure. This role will focus on building scalable, repeatable, and secure automation frameworks to support SD‑WAN, Zero Trust, and cloud networking initiatives.

• Design, develop, and maintain network automation frameworks using tools like Ansible, Python, Terraform, and REST APIs.
• Automate provisioning, configuration, and policy enforcement across on‑prem, SD‑WAN, and cloud networks.
• Collaborate with network and security architects to implement infrastructure as code (IaC) practices.
• Integrate automation workflows with platforms such as Cisco ISE, DNA Center, Palo Alto Prisma SD‑WAN, and Zscaler.
• Build CI/CD pipelines for network changes and configuration validation.
• Develop and maintain source‑controlled templates and playbooks for repeatable deployments.
• Support network observability and telemetry by automating data collection and reporting.
• Participate in the design and implementation of secure, scalable network architectures.
• Provide mentorship and training to traditional network engineers on automation tools and practices.
• Document automation processes, standards, and best practices.
• Participate in an on‑call rotation (PIC) as required.

Python, Terraform, Ansible, automation, network engineering

• Bachelor’s degree from a four‑year college or university or a combination of equivalent education and work experience.
• Certifications preferred:
  Cisco Dev Net, CCNP/CCIE, PCNSE, CISSP, AWS/Azure Networking.
• Minimum of 5 years in global enterprise network environments.
• 3+ years of experience in network automation and scripting.
• Proficiency in Python, Ansible, Terraform, and RESTful APIs.
• Familiarity with cloud networking (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and CI/CD pipelines.
• Experience with Net Dev Ops , event‑driven automation, or network testing frameworks.
• Exposure to containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes) is a plus.
• Experience with Cisco, Meraki, Palo Alto, Netscaler, Zscaler, or similar platforms.

Contract to Hire, based out of Dallas, TX (hybrid).

Pay range: $67.50 – $70.00/hr.

Benefits may include: medical, dental & vision; critical illness, accident & hospital; 401(k) retirement plan; life insurance; short and long‑term disability; health spending account; transportation benefits; employee assistance program; time off/leave.

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 16, 2025.

We are partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company with 80,000 employees and works with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe, and Asia.

The company is an equal‑opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any characteristic protected by law.