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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Network Automation / Network Security Architect - **Company:** BCforward - **Location:** Chandler, AZ, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $146,078.0 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Border Gateway Protocol, Ubuntu (Operating System), CentOS, Code Review, Databases, Continuous Integration, DevOps, Python (Programming Language), Network Security, Linux System Administration, Network Configuration and Change Management, Network Protocols, Cisco Nexus Switches, Ansible, Shell Script, Software Deployment, SQL Databases, TCP/IP, Virtual Local Area Networks, Virtual Environment, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Deployment Automation, Terraform, Open Network Automation Platform, Cisco - **Published:** August 25, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/55984bc0-08b0-46c9-8eb0-2c26e2b6e097 ## About the Role We are seeking a Senior Network Automation / Network Security Architect to join our dynamic team on a hybrid schedule with a minimum of three days onsite per week. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in network automation, systems administration, CI/CD, and enterprise networking and a proven ability to design, implement, and secure scalable network solutions with automated workflows., * Proficiency in network protocols and services, including TCP/IP, BGP, VLANs, and VRFs. * Very strong Python programming skills and Linux administration experience (Ubuntu, CentOS). * Experience with Ansible and network automation practices. * Familiarity with SDN technologies such as Arista CVP and Cisco ACI. * Experience with CI/CD and infrastructure as code tools, including Terraform. * In-depth network security background with some architecture experience. * Excellent problem-solving, analytical, communication, and collaboration abilities. * Proven experience as a network architect or senior network engineer, 7+ years. Preferred Skills: * Advanced networking certifications such as CCIE or JNCIE. * Arista ACE Level 5+ or Cisco DevNet S/P/E. * Knowledge of database systems, including SQL and Nautobot. ## Description * Automate repetitive tasks and workflows using Python and shell scripts within virtual environments. * Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines for deployment automation across development, QA, staging, and production. * Design and implement automation strategies for network configuration, monitoring, management, and orchestration. * Implement and manage network orchestration tools in coordination with foundational automation teams. * Deploy code using continuous integration and conduct testing using established frameworks, adding new cases as needed. * Lead code reviews and provide constructive feedback. * Collaborate with DevOps, network engineers, and software developers to streamline operations and processes. * Participate in team on-call rotations to support application users when required. * Translate stakeholder network requirements into technical solutions and communicate decisions to management and teams. * Lead architectural discussions and decisions related to network and automation. * Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior network architects and engineers. * Create and maintain technical documentation for systems, processes, code, and configurations. ## Related Videos - [How Cisco embraced a DevOps culture within its network engineering team](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/99-how-cisco-embraced-a-devops-culture-within-its-network-engineering-team) - [From DevOps to Scaled DevOps: How We’re Rebuilding Continuous Delivery as a Platform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100018-from-devops-to-scaled-devops-how-we-re-rebuilding-continuous-delivery-as-a-platform) - [Your Infrastructure Is Not a Playground: AI Agents for Infra Done Right](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2084-your-infrastructure-is-not-a-playground-ai-agents-for-infra-done-right) - [Computer Vision from the Edge to the Cloud done easy](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/263-computer-vision-from-the-edge-to-the-cloud-done-easy) - [DevOps Maturity Check – a way to balance autonomy and alignment](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/58-devops-maturity-check-a-way-to-balance-autonomy-and-alignment) - [Embracing the Hybrid Cloud: Unlocking Success with Ansible](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/932-embracing-the-hybrid-cloud-unlocking-success-with-ansible) ## Related Articles - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [The Best Job Search Websites of 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/368-the-best-job-search-websites-of-2025)