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Position Title: Jr. Ansible Automation Engineer
Location Information: Hybrid - Kansas City, MO
Position Responsibilities
Develop, test, and maintain Ansible playbooks and roles for the automation of Cisco switch configurations.
Assist in the deployment, configuration, and troubleshooting of Cisco switches using Ansible.
Collaborate with senior engineers to implement best practices and standards for network automation.
Monitor and report on the performance and status of network devices.
Participate in code reviews and provide feedback to ensure high-quality automation scripts.
Document automation processes, configurations, and changes.
Essential Skills & Expertise
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
Basic understanding of networking concepts and protocols (e.g., VLANs, STP, OSPF, BGP).
Experience with Ansible for automation and configuration management.
Familiarity with Cisco switches and IOS commands.
Basic scripting skills in Python or other scripting languages.
Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
Eagerness to learn and grow in the field of network automation.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with version control systems like Git.
Basic knowledge of other network automation tools (e.g., Puppet, Chef).
Familiarity with REST APIs and their use in network automation.
Cisco certifications such as CCNA or CCNP.
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Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Contract
Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
IT Services and IT Consulting
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