Senior Cloud Network Engineer - Terraform IaC CICD

Washington, Bellevue

01/13/2025

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Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Cloud Network Engineer to oversee the network onboarding process for new users and systems into the cloud environment. This role involves provisioning, configuring, and managing network resources while ensuring compliance with security policies, government regulations, and industry standards. The ideal candidate will have expertise in cloud networking services, security controls, and strong knowledge of cloud platforms like AWS and Azure.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the network onboarding process for new users and systems into the cloud environment.
• Provision and configure network resources in the cloud, ensuring compliance with security policies and government regulations.
• Implement secure network architectures, including Virtual Private Clouds (VPCs), subnets, routing tables, and network access control lists across AWS, Azure, and other cloud platforms.
• Configure and manage cloud networking services for secure connectivity between on-premises and cloud environments, such as AWS Direct Connect, Azure VPN Gateway, and transit gateways.
• Implement network security controls such as security groups, network firewalls, and web application firewalls to protect against unauthorized access and cyber threats.
• Monitor network traffic and security logs using cloud services for flow logs, activity trails, and threat detection to identify and respond to potential security incidents.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the secure integration of applications and services into the cloud network infrastructure.
• Conduct regular network assessments and audits to ensure compliance with internal and external requirements.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive network security policies, procedures, and documentation in compliance with security standards.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for cloud network-related issues.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest cloud networking services, security features, and best practices across multiple platforms.

• Experience with network onboarding and provisioning in cloud environments.
• In-depth knowledge of network security principles, protocols, and best practices for secure network design and implementation in the cloud.
• Hands-on experience with cloud networking services like VPCs, Direct Connect, VPN gateways, transit gateways, network firewalls, and web application firewalls across AWS, Azure, and other major cloud providers.
• Strong understanding of network security controls, firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and network monitoring tools in the cloud.
• Knowledge of government network security standards and compliance requirements (e.g., FedRAMP, FISMA).
• Familiarity with security frameworks such as NIST-171, Azure Defender, AWS Security Hub, Guard Duty, and Macie.
• Strong communication and documentation skills for collaborating with cross-functional teams.
• Experience with automation tools (e.g., Python, Terraform) for network configuration and management.

Familiarity with security regulations, standards, and compliance requirements for cloud network environments.

Experience with hybrid cloud environments and managing cloud and on-premises network integration.

Certifications (if any):

AWS Certified Advanced Networking - Specialty

Relevant certifications in cloud networking or security (e.g., Cisco Certified Network Professional - CCNP) are preferred.