Sr. Systems Administrator (Network Automation & Configuration Compliance)

 

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.

Job Description

Key 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.

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

Preferred Skills/Experience

• Expertise in Enterprise Networking technologies, network operations, routing, switching, and infrastructure management.

• Hands-on experience administering Network Automation and Configuration Management Platforms, includingOpenText Network Automation (HPNA) or similar solutions.

• Strong knowledge of Configuration Compliance, Vulnerability Management, Security Baselines, andGovernance 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 lifecyclemanagement, 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.

• Working Hours: Monday through Friday, 3:00 PM CT to 12:00 AM CT (midnight). Candidates must be able to support this second-shift schedule on a regular basis. Occasional overtime may be required based on business needs and operational priorities. Please ensure your availability aligns with these schedule expectations before applying.

Location expectations 
This role requires working from a U.S. Bank location three (3) or more days per week.

If there’s anything we can do to accommodate a disability during any portion of the application or hiring process, please refer to our disability accommodations for applicants.

Benefits: 

Our approach to benefits and total rewards considers our team members’ whole selves and what may be needed to thrive in and outside work. That's why our benefits are designed to help you and your family boost your health, protect your financial security and give you peace of mind. Our benefits include the following:

• 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

Review our full benefits available by employment status here.

U.S. Bank is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, and other factors protected under applicable law.

E-Verify

U.S. Bank participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program in all facilities located in the United States and certain U.S. territories. The E-Verify program is an Internet-based employment eligibility verification system operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Learn more about the E-Verify program.

The salary range reflects figures based on the primary location, which is listed first. The actual range for the role may differ based on the location of the role. In addition to salary, U.S. Bank offers a comprehensive benefits package, including incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase 401(k) contribution and pension (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). Pay Range: $105,400.00 - $124,000.00

U.S. Bank will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment. U.S. Bank conducts background checks consistent with applicable local laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act as well as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. U.S. Bank is subject to, and conducts background checks consistent with the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (FDIA). In addition, certain positions may also be subject to the requirements of FINRA, NMLS registration, Reg Z, Reg G, OFAC, the NFA, the FCPA, the Bank Secrecy Act, the SAFE Act, and/or federal guidelines applicable to an agreement, such as those related to ethics, safety, or operational procedures.

Applicants must be able to comply with U.S. Bank policies and procedures including the Code of Ethics and Business Conduct and related workplace conduct and safety policies.

Posting may be closed earlier due to high volume of applicants.