Network Engineer

Zachary Piper Solutions; Norfolk (VA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Network Engineer to support enterprise network modernization, automation, and management of large-scale multi-vendor environments. This onsite role is based in Norfolk, VA or Jacksonville, FL.

You will design, deploy, and operate network infrastructures, develop automation solutions with Python, PowerShell, YAML, and Ansible, and optimize performance while ensuring security and reliability across critical enterprise networks.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience supporting enterprise network engineering, network operations, infrastructure administration, or network automation environments.
• Experience with Cisco, Arista, Juniper, Brocade, network security technologies, Cisco Catalyst Center, OpenText NNMi, and Arista CloudVision.
• Strong experience with Python, PowerShell, YAML, Ansible, Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8, Kubernetes, troubleshooting, and network performance optimization.

Responsibilities

• Administer, configure, and support enterprise network infrastructure and Network Management Systems (NMS) platforms.
• Develop and maintain network automation solutions utilizing Python, PowerShell, YAML, and Ansible.
• Manage network configuration, provisioning, lifecycle administration, and performance optimization across multi-vendor environments.
• Support firewall administration, Access Control Lists (ACLs), and automated policy enforcement initiatives.
• Perform advanced troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and collaborate with distributed engineering teams to resolve complex technical issues.

Skills

Network design

Automation

Python

PowerShell

YAML

Ansible

Kubernetes

Troubleshooting

Network performance optimization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology / Computer Science / Engineering

Tools

Cisco

Arista

Juniper

Brocade

Cisco Catalyst Center

OpenText NNMi

OpenText NA

Arista CloudVision

Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8

Kubernetes

Job description

achary Piper Solutions is seeking a Network Engineer to support a company focused on enterprise network modernization, automation, and management of large-scale multi-vendor network environments. This position is 100% onsite at Norfolk, VA or Jacksonville, FL. The Network Engineer will provide engineering, administration, and operational support for enterprise network infrastructure and network management platforms while driving automation, performance optimization, and network reliability initiatives. Join a mission-focused team delivering innovative networking solutions that enhance security, visibility, and operational efficiency across critical enterprise environments.

Responsibilities for the Network Engineer include:

• Administer, configure, and support enterprise network infrastructure and Network Management Systems (NMS) platforms.
• Develop and maintain network automation solutions utilizing Python, PowerShell, YAML, and Ansible.
• Manage network configuration, provisioning, lifecycle administration, and performance optimization across multi-vendor environments.
• Support firewall administration, Access Control Lists (ACLs), and automated policy enforcement initiatives.
• Perform advanced troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and collaborate with distributed engineering teams to resolve complex technical issues.

Required Qualifications for the Network Engineer include:

• 5+ years of experience supporting enterprise network engineering, network operations, infrastructure administration, or network automation environments.
• Experience with Cisco, Arista, Juniper, Brocade, network security technologies, Cisco Catalyst Center, OpenText NA, OpenText NNMi, and Arista CloudVision.
• Strong experience with Python, PowerShell, YAML, Ansible, Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8, Kubernetes, troubleshooting, and network performance optimization.
• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical discipline; equivalent experience may be considered.
• Ability to work onsite in Norfolk, VA or Jacksonville, FL.

Compensation for the Network Engineer include:

• Salary Range: $80,000 - $100,000 depending on experience
• Full Benefits Package: PTO, Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Tuition Reimbursement, Sick Leave as required by law

Keywords: Network Engineer, Enterprise Networking, Network Operations, Network Management Systems, Cisco Catalyst Center, OpenText Network Automation, OpenText NNMi, Arista CloudVision, Network Automation, Infrastructure as Code, IaC, Ansible, Python, PowerShell, YAML, Kubernetes, Red Hat Linux, Routing, Switching, Firewalls, ACLs, Network Security, Infrastructure Administration, Configuration Management, Automated Provisioning, Policy Automation, Cisco, Arista, Juniper, Brocade, Network Monitoring, Performance Optimization, Root Cause Analysis, Norfolk VA, Jacksonville FL, Onsite Engineer, Enterprise Infrastructure.