Network Automation Engineer

The Tri-Com Consulting Group is a Full-Service IT Employment Consulting Firm who is seeking qualified candidates for the following opening: Network Automation Engineer Location: Storrs, CT (on-site) Duration: 6-12 months Job Overview: We are seeking a skilled Network Automation Engineer to join our infrastructure team.

This role will focus on proactive network monitoring, management of DDI services (DNS, DHCP, IPAM), and automating network provisioning and operations using Ansible.

The ideal candidate is both hands-on and strategic, with a strong understanding of modern network architectures and automation frameworks.

Key Responsibilities: Monitor and manage network infrastructure using tools like LogicMonitor or equivalent.

Administer and support DDI services with a deep understanding of DNS, DHCP, and IPAM.

Develop and maintain Ansible playbooks for automating provisioning, configuration, and management of network and infrastructure devices.

Troubleshoot network performance and availability issues and proactively identify areas for improvement.

Collaborate with system engineers, security teams, and developers to support infrastructure needs and resolve incidents.

Document network processes, configurations, and automation scripts to support operational excellence.

Required Skills & Experience: Strong experience with network monitoring tools, ideally LogicMonitor.

Deep knowledge and hands-on experience with DDI systems (Infoblox, BlueCat, etc.). Proficiency in Ansible for infrastructure automation.

Solid understanding of TCP/IP, routing, switching, and subnetting.

Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) and CI/CD concepts.

Ability to script in Python, Bash, or similar languages is a plus.

Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience with cloud networking (AWS, Azure, or GCP). Prior exposure to Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) practices.

Certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, or equivalent, especially with a focus on automation.

~Tri-Com is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer~ We strongly encourage the applications of women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and military veterans.

As a condition of employment you will be required to pass a drug screening and other background checks including past employment and confirmation of technical certifications.