Network Automation Engineer (NC)

Apex, NC, US • Posted 19 hours ago • Updated 4 hours ago
Full Time
On-site
$60 - $70 per hour
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Skills

  • Operating Systems
  • Messaging
  • Data Processing
  • Research
  • Design Review
  • Groupware
  • Project Implementation
  • Roadmaps
  • Computer Hardware
  • Technical Support
  • Business Cases
  • Budget
  • Test Equipment
  • Marketing
  • Acquisition
  • Customer Support
  • Systems Analysis/design
  • Communication
  • Cisco Certifications
  • Wireless Communication
  • Enterprise Networks
  • FOCUS
  • Provisioning
  • Management
  • Network Operations
  • Orchestration
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • Documentation
  • Change Management
  • Incident Management
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Software Architecture
  • API
  • Large Language Models (LLMs)
  • Workflow
  • Testing
  • Mapping
  • Specification Gathering
  • Computer Science
  • Information Technology
  • Network Engineering
  • Data Link Layer
  • Network Layer
  • Switches
  • VLAN
  • VRRP
  • Marketing Communications
  • Spanning Tree Protocol
  • VTP
  • Routing Protocols
  • OSPF
  • Border Gateway Protocol
  • Network Design
  • Python
  • Ansible
  • Scripting
  • Network
  • Computer Networking
  • Dell
  • Cisco
  • Arista
  • Juniper
  • TCP/IP
  • DNS
  • Dragon NaturallySpeaking
  • DHCP
  • Network Security
  • IT Service Management
  • Innovation
  • Collaboration
  • Recruiting
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Privacy
  • Insurance
  • Finance
  • Professional Development
  • Training
  • Leadership
  • CompTIA
  • Customer Service
  • Career Counseling
  • SAP BASIS
  • Law
  • ADA
  • Oracle Application Express
  • Apex

Summary

Job#: 3048572

Job Description:

ACCOUNTABILITIES

Defines network business requirements and implements effective global network strategies

Designs secure network solutions that maximize the sharing of applications, information, and resources across the company

Coordinates with multiple vendors/departments to procure network-related hardware, software, and services Investigates and resolves problems, inefficiencies, and performance issues

Creates and shares roadmap and technical support to determine network business needs throughout the company

Evaluates, tests, recommends, and implements specific network solutions

Researches emerging network technologies and makes recommendations based on future business needs

Schedules and coordinates installation and maintenance of standard software/hardware on the network and ensures compatibility of all communications and computer hardware/software

Provides ongoing information to leadership, customers, and peers regarding health of the environment, enhancements, innovations and secure network solutions

Designs and manages global network infrastructure

Tests, configures, and deploys operating system/software including Service Packs, upgrades, hot fixes, etc. Integrates multiple messaging platforms with wireless technologies such as Blackberrys Analyzes and improves efficient messaging delivery strategies

Supports, modifies, and updates the hardware and messaging software systems

Troubleshoots and resolves customer problems using integrated data processing and communication solutions

Performs research, operation studies, design reviews, and technical briefings with clients

Provides advice, recommendations, and technical support to customers

Prepares documentation that will assist in the maintenance of the groupware system

Conducts analysis, prepares reports, and works on project implementation

Defines network business requirements and implements effective global network strategies

Designs secure network solutions that maximize the sharing of applications, information, and resources across the company

Coordinates with multiple vendors/departments to procure network-related hardware, software, and services Investigates and resolves problems, inefficiencies, and performance issues

Creates and shares roadmap and technical support to determine network business needs throughout the company

Researches emerging network technologies and makes recommendations based on future business needs

Schedules and coordinates installation and maintenance of standard software/hardware on the network and ensures compatibility of all communications and computer hardware/software

Provides ongoing information to leadership, customers, and peers regarding health of the environment, enhancements, innovations and secure network solutions

RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides advanced technical support within area of expertise to clients and internal personnel on complex integration issues and is often in a lead role within larger projects

Responsible for establishing project plans, business cases, input to budgets, schedules and documentation of work results

Establishes network priorities as they relate to achievement of short and long-term business goals and objectives; responsible for complex testing and analysis of network facilities

Mentors and instructs lower level engineers on technical expertise needed in collecting and assembling data, preparing reports, monitoring progress and analyzing data

Provides support in the use of protocol analyzers and network test equipment

Contributes to the development of complex, innovative and cost-effective solutions to problems facing organization; technical expertise utilized in areas such as marketing, business acquisition and/or client support

Provides consulting services to client and corporate technical staff for analysis and design of portions of complex integrated systems and communication solutions

Works with leadership to ensure that all team members have adequate training for assignments

Drives the planning, design and architecture of our complex global data network infrastructure Plans and architects Global IT Data Center infrastructure solutions

Key Responsibilities:

CCNP Level
  • Design, configure, and maintain Wireless Access Points and Wireless Controllers
  • Design, configure, and maintain enterprise network infrastructure, with a focus on Layer 2/Layer 3 switching technologies
  • Develop and implement network automation solutions to streamline provisioning, configuration, and troubleshooting
  • Manage and optimize network performance, availability, and security across data center and campus environments
  • Automate routine network operations using scripting and orchestration tools
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support network integration and deployment efforts
  • Troubleshoot complex network issues and perform root cause analysis
  • Maintain up-to-date network documentation, diagrams, and operational procedures
  • Participate in change management, incident response, and continuous improvement initiatives

Technical Background:
  • Deep experience with software architecture, API contract design, and data schema rules.
  • Prompt & Spec Engineering:
  • Ability to write precise, unambiguous text instructions (PRDs) that Large Language Models (LLMs) can parse without "vibe coding".
  • Workflow Mastery:
  • Experience breaking down complex applications into multi-agent systems (e.g., Coordinator, Implementor, and Verifier tasks).
  • Testing: Proficiency in automated verification criteria and mapping code back to core specs during pull requests.

Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
  • 5+ years of network engineering experience

Strong expertise in:
  • Layer 2/Layer 3 switching (VLANs, VRRP, MC-LAG, STP, VTP, PortChannel, and routing protocols such as OSPF/BGP)
  • Network design and troubleshooting in enterprise environments
  • Hands-on experience with network automation tools, such as:
  • Demonstrated proficiency in Python, Ansible, or similar scripting/automation frameworks
  • REST APIs and network programmability concepts
  • Familiarity with major networking platforms (e.g., Dell, Cisco, Arista, Juniper)
  • Solid understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and network security fundamentals


Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Everforth Apex and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy at

Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.

Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

If you require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in an interview with a virtual recruiter or to use our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at or . Please note that this contact information is strictly to be used for medical ADA accommodations and that no other inquiries will be answered.

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