A major Australian financial institution is seeking a Senior Network Automation Engineer with advanced Python scripting and Ansible skills to join their team on a permanent basis.
Joining an established Network Security Operations team, you will be responsible for developing sophisticated Python scripts and Ansible playbooks that automate complex network modifications.
You'll build CI/CD pipelines, conduct data analysis, and create reusable automation frameworks used across the organization.
To be successful in this role you will need: Tertiary qualifications and/or relevant industry certifications Demonstrated network automation experience in large enterprise environments Strong core networking knowledge (BGP, OSPF) Hands-on experience with firewalls (Juniper SRX, Fortinet, Checkpoint, Palo Alto) and F5 load balancers Advanced Python scripting skills Proven hands-on experience using Ansible (Tower, AWX, Red Hat AAP) including the ability to build and maintain custom Ansible modules and plugins CI/CD pipeline development using Jenkins and GitHub Actions Proficiency with Git version control Superior troubleshooting and problem-solving skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Strong teamwork and stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to work independently as required In return my client is offering: Competitive salary package ($140K-$165K base + super) Hybrid working: 2-3 days in office Enterprise-scale automation projects Career development opportunities To be considered for this exciting opportunity, please apply online today