Senior Network Automation Engineer (NSO) — Flexible Hours

Applied Network Solutions, Inc.

Chantilly (VA)

On-site

USD 100,000 - 200,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Family Medical, Dental & Vision

401(k) with company contribution

PTO and holidays

Disability & Life Insurance

Professional Development

Referral Bonus

Flexible Work Schedules

Maternity/Paternity Leave

Job summary

Applied Network Solutions, Inc. seeks a Sr. Automation Engineer (Networks) to join our Chantilly, VA team.

The role focuses on designing, developing, and deploying automated network solutions using NSO and related tooling. The ideal candidate has extensive experience with network protocols, Linux environments, and scripting, and holds DoD 8140 IAT Level 2 compliance. This position is contingent upon contract award and requires TS SCI Poly.

Qualifications

16 years of combined education and experience required (see DoD guidance).
IAT Level 2 compliant with DoD 8140.
Strong knowledge of networking fundamentals and protocols (TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, MPLS).
Experience installing, upgrading, and maintaining software in a Linux (RHEL) environment.
Scripting skills (Python) are required.
Strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities.
Excellent technical communication and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

Install, configure, and maintain NSO and related network infrastructure.
Troubleshoot complex network and service deployment issues using NSO logs and monitoring tools.
Integrate NSO with devices, systems, and APIs via NETCONF/RESTCONF/JSON-RPC.
Develop automation scripts in Python, Java, or similar languages.
Perform system maintenance: upgrades, patching, security auditing, backups.
Collaborate with network architects, software developers, and operations teams.
Create and maintain technical documentation.