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 for our client. 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