Senior Cloud Network Engineer
$150,000–$190,000 year
RemoteUnited States
United StatesRemotePart Time$150,000–$190,000 yearSenior Level
Part TimeSenior Level
Job Summary
Design and manage multi-cloud, hybrid, and on-premises-to-cloud network architectures using AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud. Implement Infrastructure as Code with Terraform or CloudFormation, configure firewalls, VPNs, and load balancers, and enforce Zero Trust principles. Troubleshoot complex routing, DNS, and security issues while maintaining compliance with federal standards. Requires AWS or Azure Advanced Networking certification, 6+ years of engineering experience, and a Bachelor's degree. Starting salary is $150,000-$190,000. This remote role supports critical federal agencies including NASA and the GSA.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree
- 6+ years of engineering experience
- Relevant years of experience may be substituted for education
- Demonstrates expert-level knowledge in at least one technical area (including but not limited to frontend, backend, or infrastructure engineering)
- Proficiency in at least one major cloud service provider
- Prefer AWS and Azure expertise
- Strong understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, routing to include BGP, switching, and subnetting
- Experience with firewalls, VPNs, and load balancers
- Knowledge of SD-WAN and hybrid cloud networking
- Cloud to Cloud routing and configurations
- Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, AWS CloudFormation, or Ansible
- Python, PowerShell, or Bash scripting
- Network security best practices
- Zero Trust network principles
- Cloud-native security services (AWS Security Groups, Azure Firewall, etc.)
- Cloud-native monitoring tools (e.g., AWS CloudWatch, Azure Monitor)
- Third-party tools (Datadog, Splunk, SolarWinds)
- AWS Certified Advanced Networking
- Specialty AWS Certified Solutions Architect
- Microsoft Certified
- Azure Network Engineer Associate
- Google Professional Cloud Network Engineer
- Cisco CCNA, CCNP, or CCIE
- CompTIA Network+
- CompTIA Security+
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
Desired Qualifications
- Current or previous Federal Government Clearance
- 3 to 5+ years in networking, with at least 1 to 2 years in cloud-based networking
- Proven track record of designing, implementing, and managing cloud, multi-cloud, and hybrid network architectures
- Hands-on experience and firm understanding of Policy Enforcement Points
- Hands-on experience with PrivateLink
- Hands-on experience with migration projects from on-premises to cloud
- Forward thinking and Engineering not just for today but engineering for future needs/requirements
- Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking
- Clear communication skills for cross-team collaboration
- Project management and ability to work under tight deadlines
- Adaptability to evolving cloud technologies
- Ability to work in a fast past paced, high demand environment
- Knowledge of container networking (Kubernetes, Docker)
- Experience with multi-cloud networking strategies
- Familiarity with DevOps tools and CI/CD pipelines
- Experience with Route 53 and DNS
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