Sr. Systems Administrator (Network Automation & Configuration Compliance)

U.S. Bank • Saint Paul, MN

5d • $105,400 - $124,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

At U.S. Bank, we’re on a journey to do our best. Helping the customers and businesses we serve to make better and smarter financial decisions and enabling the communities we support to grow and succeed. We believe it takes all of us to bring our shared ambition to life, and each person is unique in their potential. A career with U.S. Bank gives you a wide, ever-growing range of opportunities to discover what makes you thrive at every stage of your career. Try new things, learn new skills and discover what you excel at—all from Day One.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent work experience
• Six or more years of experience in application development

Nice To Haves

• Expertise in Enterprise Networking technologies, network operations, routing, switching, and infrastructure management.
• Hands-on experience administering Network Automation and Configuration Management Platforms, including OpenText Network Automation (HPNA) or similar solutions.
• Strong knowledge of Configuration Compliance, Vulnerability Management, Security Baselines, and Governance Controls.
• Proficiency in Automation, Scripting, Workflow Development, and Process Optimization using modern automation frameworks and tools.
• Experience with ServiceNow Configuration Compliance Module, policy management, and compliance monitoring solutions.
• Advanced skills in Power BI, Reporting, Dashboards, Operational Analytics, and Data Visualization.
• Solid understanding of IT Risk Management, Regulatory Compliance, Audit Controls, Evidence Collection, and Technology Governance Frameworks.
• Knowledge of Software Supply Chain Security, cybersecurity best practices, and enterprise technology risk programs.
• Experience supporting Large-Scale Enterprise Network Environments, including platform lifecycle management, upgrades, integrations, and troubleshooting.
• Demonstrated experience developing and maintaining automation solutions using Python to improve operational efficiency, reduce manual effort, and enhance service reliability.
• Ability to create scripts, workflows, and integrations that automate network administration, configuration management, compliance validation, inventory management, and reporting activities.
• Experience consuming REST APIs, processing structured data (JSON, YAML, XML), and integrating with enterprise platforms such as ServiceNow, OpenText Network Automation (HPNA), NetBrain, Ascender, Datadog, ThousandEyes, or similar technologies.
• Ability to troubleshoot and optimize automation code while adhering to software development best practices, version control standards, and security requirements.
• Experience developing network automation solutions using Python.
• Knowledge of network protocols including TCP/IP, DNS, BGP, OSPF, SNMP, and HTTP/HTTPS.
• Experience working with APIs and automation frameworks.
• Familiarity with Git, CI/CD pipelines, and agile development methodologies.
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code and configuration management tools.
• Exposure to AI-assisted automation, intent-based automation, or autonomous operations platforms such as NetBrain.
• Ability to translate business requirements into automated solutions with measurable operational outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary administrator and subject matter expert for OpenText Network Automation (HPNA) and enterprise network management platforms.
• Manage platform performance, availability, upgrades, integrations, patching, and lifecycle activities.
• Develop and execute platform roadmaps aligned with enterprise technology and automation strategies.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex application, infrastructure, and automation platform issues.
• Administer enterprise network configuration compliance programs and governance processes.
• Develop, maintain, and enforce network operating standards, configuration baselines, and security policies.
• Monitor and remediate configuration drift, ensuring adherence to service level agreements (SLAs) and compliance requirements.
• Maintain technical documentation, audit evidence, recovery procedures, and operational standards while partnering with engineering teams on policy exceptions and risk mitigation strategies.

Benefits

• Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)
• Basic term and optional term life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Pregnancy disability and parental leave
• 401(k) and employer-funded retirement plan
• Paid vacation (from two to five weeks depending on salary grade and tenure)
• Up to 11 paid holiday opportunities
• Adoption assistance
• Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 80 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree