Network Tool Engineer

NewGen Technologies
Chantilly, United States of America
7 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English, Northern Sotho
Experience level
Senior

Job location

Chantilly, United States of America

Tech stack

Java
API
Border Gateway Protocol
Complex Networks
Linux
Monitoring of Systems
Networking Hardware
Multi-protocol Systems
JSON
Python
Netconf
Network Architecture
Network administration
Open Shortest Path First
Software Maintenance
Red Hat Enterprise Linux - RHEL
TCP/IP
Workflow Management Systems
Network Routers
Scripting (Bash/Python/Go/Ruby)
System Availability
Juniper
Open Network Automation Platform
Cisco networks

Job description

  • Install, configure, and maintain Cisco Network Services Orchestrator (NSO) solutions and associated network infrastructure components, ensuring high availability, performance, and reliability.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex network and service deployment issues, leveraging NSO logs and monitoring tools to perform root cause analysis.
  • Integrate NSO with various network devices, external systems, and APIs using protocols like NETCONF, RESTCONF, and JSON-RPC.
  • Develop and maintain automation scripts using Python, Java, or other relevant languages to streamline operations and enhance efficiency.
  • Perform regular system maintenance, including software upgrades (NED upgrades), patching, security auditing, and configuration backups for network devices.
  • Collaborate with network architects, software developers, and operations teams to define requirements and ensure seamless integration of new solutions.
  • Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation related to installations, configurations, and network processes.

Requirements

Candidate must have 16 years of experience that can be a combination of work history and education. This equates to a Doctorate and 8 years, master's and 10 years, bachelor's and 12 years, associates and 14 years or HS diploma and 16 years. Required qualifications include the following:

  • Must be compliant with DoD 8140 Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level 2.
  • Strong knowledge of networking fundamentals and protocols (TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, MPLS, etc.).
  • Strong working knowledge and experience installing, upgrading, and maintaining software in a Linux (RHEL) environment.
  • Intermediate scripting skills are required (Ex. Python).
  • Effective analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting abilities to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues.
  • Solid technical communication skills and the ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams.

Desired:

  • Proven experience in network administration or engineering, with hands-on experience in configuring Cisco and/or Juniper routers and switches.
  • Familiarity with YANG data modeling language.
  • Experience with network automation and orchestration tools, specifically Cisco Network Services Orchestrator (NSO).

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