The Senior Systems Engineer / Network Engineer role at Jacobs involves designing, deploying, and supporting enterprise systems and network monitoring platforms. This hands-on engineering position requires expertise in Micro Focus Network Automation and Network Node Manager, along with OpenText enterprise tools. The engineer will work within a team focused on ensuring high availability, scalability, and security of IT systems. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential to support infrastructure and cybersecurity efforts.

• TS/SCI w/ CI Poly Clearance is required.
• A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field is suggested but not required.
• Certifications in Micro Focus NA, NNMi, OpenText, CCNP/CCNA, or ITIL are strongly preferred.
• 10+ years of IT experience with extensive work in systems engineering and network engineering is required.
• Hands-on experience with Micro Focus NA and NNMi is necessary.
• Experience with OpenText or other Micro Focus enterprise tools in IT operations is required.
• Strong understanding of network protocols and automation is essential.
• Proficiency with scripting languages such as Python or PowerShell is required.

• Deploy, configure, and maintain Micro Focus NA and NNMi for network automation and monitoring.
• Engineer and support other network management systems as part of enterprise IT operations.
• Perform advanced troubleshooting and root-cause analysis for systems and networks.
• Develop automation scripts and workflows to improve efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support infrastructure and application development.
• Maintain detailed documentation and upgrade/patch management schedules.
• Ensure compliance with security and regulatory requirements across IT systems.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior engineers.

• Employees at Jacobs are often offered benefits designed around physical, emotional, financial and social wellbeing, including health and safety programs, mental health support, retirement and financial planning resources, flexible time off and initiatives that support a strong culture of caring.