Automation Engineer

Core4ce is looking for an Automation Engineer Responsibilities: Development, configuration, implementation, and testing of web front end server using JS, and HTML5. Development, configuration, implementation, and testing of multiple network platforms to streamline operations. Develop an automation framework to couple with other internal technology standards. Develop validation and testing procedures around network systems. Manage development of complex automation solutions to work with existing and new network technologies such as switches, routers, and firewalls. Write and maintain software to solve complex network management tasks such as: Provision and deploy network devices and auditing configuration. Integrate network function (e.g. DNS and DHCP) provisioning into software engineering pipelines. Deploying firewall rules while utilizing internal business processes for checks and balances. Design, deploy, and maintain network systems. Create, maintain, and update documentation of network systems. *This position is designed to be flexible, with responsibilities evolving to meet business needs and enable individual growth. Required Skills: Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related technical field or equivalent experience plus 5 or more years’ experience in a network engineering or telecommunication environment Prior Software Engineering experience building automation systems. Prior experience leading technological and cultural change in the network environment. Demonstrated experience with Python, SaltStack, and various Web Development Technologies. Experience using common scripting languages such as Bash, Powershell, Perl. Experience in testing and validation of Palo Alto Firewall and Cisco devices. Secret clearance or higher preferred 8570 compliance (Active Security and OS certifications Experience with Configuration Management utilities (SaltStack, Ansible, etc.) Experience with development pipeline toolsets (Git, Unit Tests, Jenkins, etc.) Practical experience with web development Experience developing with common API frameworks (Netconf, Rest, etc.) Strong knowledge of web services technologies such as IIS, Apache, Tomcat. Why Work for Us? Core4ce is a team of innovators, self-starters, and critical thinkers—driven by a shared mission to strengthen national security and advance warfighting outcomes. We offer: 401(k) with 100% company match on the first 6% deferred, with immediate vesting Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage—employee portion paid 100% by Core4ce Unlimited access to training and certifications, with no pre-set cap on eligible professional development Tuition assistance for job-related degrees and courses Paid parental leave, PTO that grows with tenure, and generous holiday schedules Got a big idea? At Core4ce, The Forge gives every employee the chance to propose bold innovations and help bring them to life with internal backing. Join us to build a career that matters—supported by a company that invests in you. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, disability, veteran status, age, genetic information, or other legally protected status Apply To This Job