Cloud Network Engineer

Sev1Tech • $80K — $130K *

US-AnywhereRemote in Arlington, VA

Information Technology

5 - 7 years of experience

More than 3 months ago

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Qualifications

5+ years of experience in a Cloud Network Engineer role or 9+ years of relevant experience without a degree.
Expertise in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and their networking tools/services.
Proficiency in infrastructure automation tools such as Terraform, Puppet, Chef, or Ansible.
Familiarity with containerization and orchestration technologies like Docker and Kubernetes.
Solid understanding of IP networking, VPNs, DNS, load balancing, and firewalls.
Knowledge of standard IT security practices including encryption and key management.
Relevant cloud certifications required (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and network-oriented certifications (e.g., Cisco, CompTIA).

Responsibilities

Design and establish cloud networks using providers like AWS and Google Cloud.
Architect networks for high availability, fault tolerance, and scalability.
Configure VPCs, subnets, transit gateways, and VPN connections.
Analyze traffic patterns to optimize cloud network performance.
Collaborate to improve application efficiency on network resources.
Implement CDNs and load balancers for optimized user access.
Maintain network systems and troubleshoot complex issues.

Benefits

Opportunity to work on advanced technical projects and business problems.
Potential leadership role within the technical team.
Engagement in continuous learning about new technologies and industry trends.
Support of critical missions across Federal and Commercial Clients.

Full Job Description

Overview/ Job Responsibilities

We are seeking a highly experienced and skilled Cloud Network Engineer to join our team. As the Cloud Network Engineer, you will supporting a lead role in the design, deployment, maintenance, and optimization of cloud infrastructure, ensuring network performance and security are maintained at optimal levels.

Working on a team consisting of Cloud Architects, Engineers, and Administrators supporting the enterprise, you will be responsibile for the following:

Design, plan, and establish cloud networks using various cloud providers like AWS and Google Cloud.
Design network architectures considering high availability, fault tolerance, and scalability.
Configure Virtual Private Cloud (VPC), subnets, transit gateways, VPN connections, and other cloud network components.
Analyze cloud network traffic patterns and optimize for performance.
Collaborate with other teams to ensure applications are using network resources efficiently.
Implement Content Delivery Networks (CDNs), load balancers, and other strategies to optimize user access.
Install, maintain and evaluate network systems and communications and troubleshoots the most complex network issues.
Conduct various researches and analysis regarding new technology, network traffic, potential security risk, etc.
Lead the network architecture design and optimization. Must have extensive knowledge of Internet, computer, routers, switches, firewall, etc.
Work on advanced, complex technical projects or business issues requiring state of the art technical or industry knowledge.
May provide a leadership role for the work group through knowledge in the area of specialization.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum of 5 years of experience in a Cloud Network Engineer role and a bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field.
-OR-
Minimum of 9 years of experience in a Cloud Network Engineer role.
Experience focused on cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud, including IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS components and associated networking tools and services, such as AWS VPC, Azure Virtual Network, or GCP Cloud VPC.
Experience in working with infrastructure automation tools such as Terraform, Puppet, Chef, or Ansible.
Familiarity with containerization (e.g., Docker) and orchestration (e.g., Kubernetes)
Knowledge of IP networking, VPNs, DNS, load balancing, and firewalls.
Familiarity with standard IT security practices such as encryption, certificates, and key management.
Excellent analytical, troubleshooting and communication skills.
Cloud-specific certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Network Engineer or Google Cloud Professional Network Engineer required
Network-related certifications such as Cisco CCNA or CCNP, Juniper's JNCIA, JNCIS or CompTIA Network+ required
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Desired Qualifications

DHS EOD - 1st priority
Any DHS badge + DoD Top Secret or Secret - 2nd choice
DoD Secret or Top Secret + willingness to get EOD clearance - 3rd choice (it can take 45 days to obtain EOD clearance - work can only begin once the clearance is fully adjudicated)

About Sev1Tech LLC

Founded in 2010, Sev1Tech provides IT, engineering, and program management solutions delivery. Sev1Tech focuses on providing program and IT support services to critical missions across Federal and Commercial Clients. Our Mission is to Build better companies. Enable better government. Protect our nation. Build better humans across the country.

Join the Sev1Tech family where you can achieve great accomplishments while fostering a satisfying and rewarding career progression. Please apply directly through the website at: https://careers-sev1tech.icims.com/ #joinSev1tech

For any additional questions or to submit any referrals, please contact: [email protected]

Sev1Tech is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

About Sev1Tech

Sev1Tech is an information technology company offering it, engineering, and program management support services. The company provides IT modernization, cybersecurity, cloud, engineering, fielding, training, and program support services for U.S. government agencies and major commercial organizations. It also focuses on corporate responsibility and excellence in service, both key components in its business and operating policies. Sev1Tech has supported critical missions for the Department of Defense, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Army, Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, Federal Emergency Management Agency, Department of Health and Human Services, U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, and many more. Sev1Tech was founded in 2010 and is headquartered in Woodbridge, Virginia, United State and has corporate offices in Aberdeen, Maryland; Eatontown, New Jersey, Colorado Springs, Colorado, and Denver Colorado.

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