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Remote Itential Network Automation Engineer/Cisco DNA/Ansible

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

100% Remote

Contract

$80/hr - $85/hr

We are seeking an experienced **Network Automation Engineer** to support a large-scale enterprise networking environment.

The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in **Cisco DNA Center** , **Ansible** , and **Itential Automation Platform (IAP)** . You’ll play a key role in automating network operations, streamlining infrastructure processes, and supporting next-gen network transformation initiatives.

This is a contract role until end of year. **Responsibilities:**

+ Design, develop, and implement network automation solutions using Ansible and Itential.

+ Integrate Cisco DNA Center APIs for automated provisioning, configuration, and assurance tasks.

+ Collaborate with Network Engineering and DevOps teams to understand requirements and translate them into automated workflows.

+ Build and maintain playbooks, scripts, and automation pipelines for repeatable network tasks.

+ Leverage Itential’s platform to orchestrate end-to-end automation use cases across hybrid network environments.

+ Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to network automation and orchestration platforms.

+ Maintain documentation of solutions, workflows, and configuration standards.

+ Provide knowledge transfer and support to internal teams during and after deployment phases.

Required Qualifications:

+ 5+ years of experience in Network Engineering with 2+ years focused on network automation.

+ Proficiency with **Cisco DNA Center** , including API integrations.

+ Hands-on experience with **Ansible** , including playbook development and YAML scripting.

+ Experience building and managing workflows using **Itential Automation Platform (IAP)** .

+ Strong understanding of routing and switching protocols (OSPF, BGP, VLANs, etc.).

+ Solid understanding of REST APIs, Python scripting (preferred), and version control (Git).

+ Familiarity with SDN principles and infrastructure-as-code methodologies.

+ Ability to work independently and deliver in a fast-paced, remote team environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

+ Cisco certifications (e.g., CCNP, DevNet).

+ Experience with CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab CI).

+ Exposure to other automation tools or platforms (Terraform, NetBox, etc.).

You will receive the following benefits:

+ Medical Insurance - Four medical plans to choose from for you and your family

+ Dental & Orthodontia Benefits

+ Vision Benefits

+ Health Savings Account (HSA)

+ Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

+ Voluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance

+ Hospital Indemnity Insurance

+ 401(k) including match with pre and post-tax options

+ Paid Sick Time Leave

+ Legal and Identity Protection Plans

+ Pre-tax Commuter Benefit

+ 529 College Saver Plan

Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP’s Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.

**Posted by:** Shawna Dunleavy

Specialization:

+ Network Engineering