Network Automation Engineer | Ansible, Terraform, Cisco Nexus

VIQU Limited; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

VIQU Limited is seeking a hands-on Network Engineer for a 6-month engagement, with a focus on automation using Ansible and Terraform and Cisco networking expertise.

The role will automate configuration, testing and validation of enterprise infrastructure, support Nexus switching/ACI and F5 load balancers, and work with Security, Platform and Network teams to improve reliability and efficiency. SC clearance preferred.

Qualifications

• SC clearance preferred.
• Experience with automation and IaC, including Ansible and Terraform.
• Strong Cisco networking experience with Nexus and ACI.
• Experience with F5 load balancers (LTM/DNS).
• Understanding of routing, switching and network security.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain network automation using Ansible and Terraform.
• Automate network configuration, patching, pre/post-change testing.
• Support and troubleshoot Cisco network infrastructure, including Nexus and ACI.
• Maintain and enhance F5 load balancing and network security platforms.
• Support routing, switching, firewalls and critical network services.
• Investigate complex incidents and contribute to infrastructure projects and service improvements.
• Work with Network, Security and Platform teams to improve reliability and operational efficiency.

Skills

SC Clearance

Automation & IaC

Ansible

Terraform

Nexus & ACI

F5 LTM/DNS

Routing & Switching

Network Security

Troubleshooting

Python scripting

Cloud networking (Azure/AWS)

Job description

VIQU Limited is seeking a hands-on Network Engineer for a 6-month engagement, with a focus on automation using Ansible and Terraform and Cisco networking expertise.

The role will automate configuration, testing and validation of enterprise infrastructure, support Nexus switching/ACI and F5 load balancers, and work with Security, Platform and Network teams to improve reliability and efficiency. SC clearance preferred.