Cloud Network Engineer

8 - 16 Years of experience JD Pasted below.

Key Responsibilities

• Design & Architecture + Architect and deploy Virtual Private Clouds (VPCs), subnets, and routing configurations in AWS and Azure. + Implement hybrid connectivity solutions (VPN, Direct Connect, ExpressRoute) for on-premises and cloud integration. + Develop network diagrams and documentation for cloud network topologies.
• Implementation & Management + Configure and manage AWS services (VPC, Route 53, Transit Gateway, Direct Connect) and Azure services (Virtual Network, ExpressRoute, Network Security Groups). + Implement load balancing, DNS, and firewall policies across multi-cloud environments. + Optimize network performance and ensure high availability.
• Security & Compliance + Apply network segmentation, security groups, and firewall rules to enforce zero-trust principles. + Ensure compliance with organizational and regulatory standards (RBAC, MFA, encryption). + Conduct vulnerability assessments and implement remediation plans.
• Monitoring & Troubleshooting + Monitor network health using AWS CloudWatch, Azure Monitor, and third-party tools. + Troubleshoot connectivity issues and perform root cause analysis. + Execute disaster recovery and failover strategies for critical workloads.
• Automation & DevOps + Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform, Ansible, or ARM templates. + Collaborate with DevOps teams to integrate network automation into CI/CD pipelines.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Technical Expertise + Strong knowledge of networking protocols (BGP, OSPF, IPSec, MPLS). + Hands-on experience with AWS networking (VPC, Direct Connect, Route 53) and Azure networking (Virtual Network, ExpressRoute, NSG). + Familiarity with SD-WAN and cloud on-ramps for AWS and Azure.
• Certifications + AWS Certified Solutions Architect or Advanced Networking Specialty. + Microsoft Certified: Azure Network Engineer Associate. + CCNA/CCNP or equivalent networking certifications.
• Experience + 4+ years in cloud networking and infrastructure roles. + Proven experience in designing and managing multi-cloud environments.
• Soft Skills + Strong problem-solving and analytical skills. + Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.