Senior Network Automation Engineer

GranularTek LLC; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

GranularTek LLC in Manassas, VA leads automation for a global enterprise network, building secure, scalable tools with Python, Ansible, Terraform, and REST APIs. You will automate provisioning, config, and policy management across data centers, SD-WAN, and cloud environments.

This role partners with architecture, security, and cloud teams on NetDevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and on-call support to keep operations reliable and auditable, while advancing zero-trust and cloud-focused networking.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of enterprise network engineering experience in global or multi location settings.
• 2+ years of hands on network automation and scripting focused on real operational needs.
• Solid core networking knowledge including routing, switching, firewalls, VPN, NAC, and WAN.
• Strong skills in Python and Ansible, plus working experience with Terraform and REST APIs.
• Experience using Git and CI/CD pipelines to manage infrastructure or network changes.
• Knowledge of cloud networking in AWS, Azure, or GCP, including hybrid connectivity.
• Understanding of NetDevOps concepts, event driven automation, or network testing tools.
• Background with enterprise platforms such as Cisco routing and switching, Cisco ISE, Cisco DNA Center, Palo Alto, Zscaler, NetScaler, or comparable tools.
• Exposure to Docker, Kubernetes, and container networking is a bonus.
• Creative, big picture thinker with a builder’s mindset.
• Comfortable using AI tools as an everyday part of professional work.

Responsibilities

• Build and support automation frameworks using Python, Ansible, Terraform, and REST APIs to make network operations more consistent and efficient.
• Automate the full network lifecycle, covering provisioning, configuration, and policy management across data center, SD WAN, and cloud environments.
• Work with architecture and security partners to roll out Infrastructure as Code and grow NetDevOps adoption company wide.
• Create and connect automated workflows for platforms including Cisco ISE, Cisco DNA Center, Palo Alto Prisma SD WAN, and Zscaler.
• Set up CI/CD pipelines that test, validate, and deploy network changes automatically.
• Write and manage reusable templates and playbooks stored in source control to standardize rollouts and limit hands on work.
• Improve network visibility by automating the gathering, analysis, and reporting of telemetry data to help teams spot and fix issues early.
• Help design network architectures that are secure, resilient, and scalable, in line with Zero Trust and cloud focused goals.
• Define and uphold automation standards, documentation, and governance practices for long term maintainability and audit readiness.
• Use AI powered development tools and smart automation to speed up work and lower operational effort.
• Take part in an on call schedule supporting live network operations and automation systems.

Skills

Python

Ansible

Terraform

REST APIs

Git

CI/CD

Cloud Networking

NetDevOps

Cisco routing & switching

Cisco ISE

Palo Alto

Zscaler

Docker

Kubernetes

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Cisco DevNet

CCNP/CCIE

PCNSE

CISSP

AWS/Azure Networking

Tools

Cisco DNA Center

Cisco ISE

Palo Alto Networks

Zscaler

Terraform

Git

CI/CD tooling

REST APIs

AWS

Azure

GCP

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Overview

This position will lead efforts to automate and update a large, global enterprise network. You will create automation tools that are secure, repeatable, and built to scale, working side by side with architecture, security, and cloud teams. The goal is to cut down on manual work, simplify daily operations, and help the organization move toward a software driven, cloud focused network.

Responsibilities

• Build and support automation frameworks using Python, Ansible, Terraform, and REST APIs to make network operations more consistent and efficient.
• Automate the full network lifecycle, covering provisioning, configuration, and policy management across data center, SD WAN, and cloud environments.
• Work with architecture and security partners to roll out Infrastructure as Code and grow NetDevOps adoption company wide.
• Create and connect automated workflows for platforms including Cisco ISE, Cisco DNA Center, Palo Alto Prisma SD WAN, and Zscaler.
• Set up CI/CD pipelines that test, validate, and deploy network changes automatically.
• Write and manage reusable templates and playbooks stored in source control to standardize rollouts and limit hands on work.
• Improve network visibility by automating the gathering, analysis, and reporting of telemetry data to help teams spot and fix issues early.
• Help design network architectures that are secure, resilient, and scalable, in line with Zero Trust and cloud focused goals.
• Define and uphold automation standards, documentation, and governance practices for long term maintainability and audit readiness.
• Use AI powered development tools and smart automation to speed up work and lower operational effort.
• Take part in an on call schedule supporting live network operations and automation systems.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of enterprise network engineering experience in global or multi location settings.
• 2+ years of hands on network automation and scripting focused on real operational needs.
• Solid core networking knowledge including routing, switching, firewalls, VPN, NAC, and WAN.
• Strong skills in Python and Ansible, plus working experience with Terraform and REST APIs.
• Experience using Git and CI/CD pipelines to manage infrastructure or network changes.
• Knowledge of cloud networking in AWS, Azure, or GCP, including hybrid connectivity.
• Understanding of NetDevOps concepts, event driven automation, or network testing tools.
• Background with enterprise platforms such as Cisco routing and switching, Cisco ISE, Cisco DNA Center, Palo Alto, Zscaler, NetScaler, or comparable tools.
• Exposure to Docker, Kubernetes, and container networking is a bonus.
• Creative, big picture thinker with a builder’s mindset.
• Comfortable using AI tools as an everyday part of professional work.

Education and Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent mix of education and experience.
• Preferred certifications: Cisco DevNet, CCNP or CCIE, PCNSE, CISSP, and AWS or Azure Networking.

Skills: git,kubernetes,cisco networking solutions,load balancing technologies and related network infrastructure,gcp,palo alto networks,aws,rest apis,ci/cd,azure,docker,python,zscaler