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# Network Infrastructure Engineer

- **Company:** Quantum Leap Research
- **Location:** Leesburg, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $130,000.0 - $155,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Proxmox, Configuration Management, Computer Networks, Linux, Linux System Administration, Network Architecture, Routing, Performance Tuning, Ansible, Systems Integration, Virtualization Technology, Data Logging, Enterprise Integration, OpenSearch, Cisco
- **Published:** October 17, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.thejobnetwork.com/job/2e513b72-2300-4d76-8127-eebf51752483/network-infrastructure-engineer

## About the Role

This role is ideal for engineers with a solid networking foundation and Linux experience who are eager to develop deeper skills in network engineering, automation, and infrastructure integration., + Networking concepts and protocols

 + Routing and switching basics
 * Experience with Linux system administration (deployment/configuration)
 * Exposure to multi-vendor network environments (Cisco, Arista, VyOS preferred)
 * Experience maintaining documentation (NetBox or similar tools)
 * Strong troubleshooting skills with willingness to learn

Preferred

 * Exposure to:
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 + Ansible / automation tools
 + SDN concepts
 + OpenSearch or logging/monitoring platforms
 + Virtualization (e.g., Proxmox)
 * Experience working in datacenter or on-prem environments
 * Familiarity with configuration management practices

## Description

* Support implementation and maintenance of network and infrastructure systems
 * Assist with configuration of devices (Cisco, Arista, VyOS) and Linux systems
 * Work with NOC to troubleshoot and resolve infrastructure-related issues
 * Maintain and update network documentation and diagrams
 * Participate in system patching, upgrades, and validation efforts
 * Monitor system health and assist with troubleshooting and performance tuning
 * Collaborate with other teams on network integration and system connectivity
 * Contribute to automation initiatives using Ansible and related tools