Cloud Network Engineer Jobs
Listed on 2026-08-16
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IT/Tech
Network Engineer, Cloud Computing: Infrastructure & Operations, Systems Engineer, Network Security
Cloud Network Engineer
Location:
Redstone Gateway, Huntsville, AL, 35808 (On-Site) Clearance:
Secret (must be current and active) Compensation: 110-160K (depending on level, education, and years of experience). Relocation:
Will consider candidates that will relocate within 3-4 weeks
Our Client is seeking an experienced Cloud Network Engineer to design, implement, and operate secure, high performance networks that span on premise data centers, public cloud environments, and enclave based domains. The ideal candidate will have deep hands on experience with cloud networking, software defined networking (SDN), and container native networking solutions, particularly within Kubernetes environments. This Cloud Network Engineer will spend the majority of their working at the customer sites in Huntsville, AL.
Must have an active and transferable DoD SECRET security clearance with current investigation at the required level. Must be able to maintain the required clearance
- Design & Deploy Secure Networks
- Cloud & Multicast Networking
- Software Defined & Hardware Defined Solutions
- Hybrid Cloud Integration
- Automation & Monitoring
- Collaboration & Documentation
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience). 5+ years of professional networking experience, with a focus on cloud and software defined environments.
Must Have QualificationsNetwork Design Experience Proven experience setting up restricted/compliant networks and securing inter domain/enclave communication. Cloud Networking Hands on experience with cloud networking services (VPC, VNets, peering, transit gateways). Linux Operation Systems Experience with Linux OS Multicast/UDP Practical knowledge of multicast UDP and broadcast UDP traffic handling. SDN / Hardware Defined Networking Experience with both software defined and hardware defined networking technologies.
Kubernetes Based Networking Direct experience designing, deploying, and troubleshooting networking within Kubernetes clusters. Secure Routing Across Domains Ability to create and manage secure routing paths between isolated domains or enclaves.
Strong analytical and problem solving abilities; comfortable troubleshooting complex network issues. Excellent communication skills – able to translate technical concepts for non technical stakeholders. Proactive mindset with a focus on security, reliability, and scalability. Ability to work autonomously and as part of a cross functional team.
Nice to Have QualificationsCNI Expertise – Experience with one or more Container Network Interfaces (CNI):
Cilium, Calico, Multus, or similar. Enterprise Software Hosting – Background deploying and supporting enterprise grade applications in production environments. Network Access Policy Development – Experience defining and governing network access protocols, firewall rules, and zero trust policies. Container Mesh Architecture – Familiarity with container based network meshes (e.g., Istio, Linkerd) and service mesh concepts. Cloud to Cloud Routing – Experience routing traffic between multiple cloud service provider instances.
Hybrid Cloud Infrastructure – Proven work with hybrid cloud models linking remote clouds to on premise resources.
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