Zachary Piper

Assist in engineering projects, design and model structures, and support automation and research tasks. | Candidate must have 3+ years of network automation experience, proficiency with Ansible and Cisco networking, and security certifications like Security+. | Zachary Piper Solutions is looking for a CLEARED Network Automation Engineer to join government consulting company supporting a fully funded project for the Coast Guard. This offers GREAT remote flexibility out of Alexandria, VA but does need someone local for occasional onsite meetings. Essential Duties of the CLEARED Network Automation Engineer: • Design, develop, and maintain Ansible playbooks, roles, and collections to automate configuration and compliance for routers, switches, and firewalls. • Implement infrastructure-as-code best practices for repeatable deployments and version-controlled configurations. • Incorporate DISA STIG, DoD RMF, and Comply-to-Connect (C2C) standards into automation workflows. • Create reusable automation frameworks to support multi-vendor environments (Cisco, Juniper, Arista, Palo Alto, etc.). Qualifications of the CLEARED Network Automation Engineer: • 3+ years of experience in a network automation role. • Strong IaC experience with tools like Ansible or Terraform. • Experience with Cisco networking so has experience with routing, switching, and networking protocols. • Must be able to obtain and maintain an active Secret clearance. • IAT Level II certification (such as Security+) Compensation for the CLEARED Network Automation Engineer: • $80,000 - $110,000 (based on experience) • Great remote flexibility • Comprehensive benefit package; Cigna Medical, Cigna Dental, Vision, 401k w/ ADP, PTO, paid holidays, Sick Leave as required by law, paid holidays This job opens for applications on 1/28/2026. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date. #LI-LS3 #LI-HYBRID Keywords: 401k, 401k match, pto, paid time off, holiday, medical, dental, health, culture, ts/sci, top secret, government clearance, security clearance, ssbi, secret clearance, dod clearance, department of defense, army, navy, military, marines, air force, coast guard, network engineer, network engineering, network analyst, network administrator, system administrator, system administration, network administration, network architect, network architecture, router, switch, ccnp, ccie, network professional, networking professional, sd-wan, sdwan, sd wan, cisco solution, cisco catalyst, network connectivity, firepower, ftdv, threat defense, network infrastructure, hardware configuration, hardware upgrade, configure hardware, optimize hardware, c8300, 4331, firewall policies, network optimization, network monitoring, cissp, cism, iat level ii, iat level 2, routing protocols, omp, ospf, bgp, vpns, vpn, qos, fmc, fedramp, fed ramp, python, ansible, azure, aws, automation engineer, ansible, python, terraform, cloud formation, cloudformation, azure devops, chef, puppet, infrastructure as code, cloud developer, devops engineer, devops developer, automation frameworks, cisco modeling labs, cml, ci/cd, ci cd, cicd, ansible playbooks, ansible playbook, natwork automation, infrastructure-as-code, ccna, ccnp, ccie, red hat ansible automation, ansible automation, redhat ansible automation, aws architect, google cloud professional, GCP professional, cisco professional,

Design and develop network automation solutions for federal networks, ensuring compliance and scalability. | Requires 3+ years of Cisco network experience, proficiency in Ansible, Python, and familiarity with federal cybersecurity standards. | Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Network Automation Engineer to support a long-term Federal network modernization program. This is a full-time remote role with occasional travel and in-person meetings in the DMV. The ideal candidate will have expertise in network automation, multi-vendor environments, and Federal compliance frameworks, with the ability to design scalable, secure automation solutions. Responsibilities: • Design, develop, and maintain Ansible playbooks, roles, and collections to automate configuration and compliance for routers, switches, firewalls, and other network devices. • Create reusable automation frameworks for multi-vendor environments (Cisco, Juniper, Arista, Palo Alto, etc.). • Build modular automation pipelines integrated with CI/CD tools (GitLab CI, Jenkins, GitHub Actions). • Develop Python scripts and RESTful API integrations for custom automation and reporting workflows. • Collaborate with network architects to translate manual operations into automated workflows. • Implement Infrastructure-as-Code best practices for repeatable deployments and version-controlled configurations. • Integrate automation into change management, configuration management, and compliance enforcement systems. • Support large-scale configuration rollouts, template-based provisioning, and software image management. • Incorporate DISA STIG, DoD RMF, and Comply-to-Connect (C2C) standards into automation workflows. • Automate compliance verification and reporting against Federal cybersecurity policies. • Provide training, documentation, and code reviews for team adoption of automation practices. Required Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field. • 3+ years of Cisco networking experience, with at least 3 years in a network automation role. • Strong understanding of TCP/IP, routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP), VLANs, QoS, and ACLs. • Proficiency with Ansible, YAML, Jinja2, and Git. • Experience automating Cisco IOS-XE, NX-OS, ASA/FTD, and wireless controllers. • Familiarity with Python scripting for REST API integration and data manipulation. • Experience with CI/CD platforms (GitLab, Jenkins, GitHub Actions). • Understanding of DoD networking standards, DISA STIGs, and RMF documentation requirements. • Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively. Preferred Skills: • Certifications: Cisco DevNet Professional, CCNP Enterprise or Security, Red Hat Ansible Automation. • Experience with Zero Trust and C2C-aligned automation. • Familiarity with SDN technologies (Cisco DNA Center, ACI, NSX). • Experience with multi-domain integration: cloud networking (AWS, Azure), firewalls, NAC systems. Additional Information: • Compensation: $70,000 - $85,000 • Benefits: PTO, Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Sick Leave (as required by law). #LI-BR1 #LI-HYBRID Keywords: Network Automation Engineer, Ansible, YAML, Jinja2, Git, Python, REST API, CI/CD, GitLab, Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Cisco IOS-XE, NX-OS, ASA, FTD, wireless controllers, TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, VLAN, QoS, ACLs, Infrastructure-as-Code, DISA STIG, DoD RMF, Comply-to-Connect, C2C, NetBox, Nornir, Terraform, pyATS, Genie, Batfish, Zero Trust, SDN, Cisco DNA Center, ACI, NSX, AWS, Azure, NAC, network automation, compliance automation, federal cybersecurity, automation frameworks, multi-vendor networking

Lead and manage a software engineering team, oversee resource and incident management, participate in hiring and mentoring, collaborate on product and architecture planning, and contribute hands-on coding and documentation. | Proven software engineering leadership experience, strong technical background in full-stack development, Agile methodologies expertise, excellent communication skills, and a relevant Bachelor's degree. | Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Software Engineering Manager to lead a talented software development team focused on building mission-critical solutions. This is a hybrid role based in Irvine, CA. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background, proven leadership experience, and the ability to align engineering efforts with business and product goals. The role doesn't require a clearance, but one is preferred. Responsibilities for the Software Engineering Manager include: • Oversee engineering resource management including team capacity, velocity, and alignment with product roadmap milestones. • Manage on-call schedules and incident response protocols. • Participate in hiring and team growth planning. • Dedicate up to 10 hours/week to hands-on coding. • Mentor team members and support career development. • Collaborate with engineering leaders to promote proactive architecture across products. • Coordinate with internal and external partners and communicate plans clearly. • Work closely with Product Managers on requirements and prioritization. • Contribute to engineering and product documentation. • Host post-mortems and implement corrective actions. Required Qualifications for the Software Engineering Manager include: • Ability to code and review code in various programming languages. • Experience with Agile methodologies and software development life cycles. • Strong technical background in backend, frontend, and QA practices. • Proven experience managing software engineering teams. • Excellent leadership and communication skills. • Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field. Compensation for the Software Engineering Manager includes: Salary Range: $140,000–$200,000 depending on experience Full Standard Benefits: PTO, Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k plan, Sick leave as required by law This job opens for applications on 9/5/2025. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date. #LI-NR1 #LI-Hybrid Python, Java, Rust, C++, Agile, Scrum, Kanban, Git, GitHub, GitHub Actions, CI/CD, DevOps, backend development, frontend development, full-stack development, software lifecycle, software architecture, technical leadership, team management, resource planning, velocity tracking, incident response, post-mortem analysis, software documentation, product roadmap, cross-functional collaboration, stakeholder communication, hiring, mentorship, career development, software quality, scalability, performance optimization, cloud-native, distributed systems, microservices, REST APIs, software engineering leadership, SoCal, Seattle, Arvada, Washington D.C.