Senior Cloud Network Engineer, AWS

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Maryland.

📋 Description

• Oversee AWS network administration, security, configuration management, and maintenance of multiple Virtual Private Clouds (VPCs), Security Groups, Load Balancers, Web Application Firewalls, and associated cloud-based network architecture for a custom-built enterprise system.

• Execute network configuration modifications using the Infrastructure-as-a-Service model, formulate network designs, and apply cloud security best practices.

• Ensure the continuous stability and operational efficiency of both internal and external connections, including Direct Connect (DX).

• Strengthen cloud networking environments to meet compliance with FedRAMP Moderate/High, NIST 800-53, and Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) standards.

• Offer technical expertise across all facets of network and software interconnection and interfacing, including Application Load Balancers (ALBs), Network Load Balancers (NLBs), Security Groups, gateways, and more.

• Conduct requirements gathering, gap analysis, technical studies, risk assessments, and vendor selection for cloud networking initiatives and system enhancements.

• Collaborate with Security, DevOps, and Systems Engineering teams to ensure compliance and optimal performance.

• Engage in a 24/7 on-call rotation for Production systems, investigating, mitigating, and resolving network-related issues in accordance with Service Level Agreements (SLAs).

• Maintain processes and technical documentation, including network diagrams, etc.

⛳️ Requirements

• Must be a US Citizen or Green Card holder with the capability to obtain and maintain HHS Public Trust clearance.

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree or higher in System Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related discipline is required.

• Must possess either an AWS Certified Solutions Architect or AWS Certified Advanced Networking Certification.

• At least 10 years of relevant experience in managing and designing AWS-based networks for large, enterprise-level systems.

• Expert-level experience in AWS, including VPCs, VPN Gateways, EC2 Instances, and Route53.

• Strong skills and knowledge in Infrastructure-as-Code (CloudFormation, Terraform, Ansible) and scripting (Python, Bash), including AWS Lambda.

• Demonstrated, hands-on experience with Agile/Scrum/Lean software development methodologies.

• Proven ability to prepare and present technical documentation to diverse audiences.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with experience in a highly collaborative work environment.

• Capacity to manage multiple assignments concurrently, prioritizing tasks based on the organization's business needs.

🏝️ Benefits

• Health and Wellness programs

• Income Protection

• Paid Leave

• Retirement