Cloud Network Engineer

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$60.00/hr - $65.00/hr

Location:
New York, NY

Duration: 12+ months contract

We are seeking an experienced Cloud Network Engineer to architect, implement, and optimize our multi-cloud network infrastructure across AWS and Azure platforms. This role is critical in driving our cloud transformation initiatives and establishing robust, secure, and scalable network foundations. The ideal candidate will bridge traditional network engineering with modern cloud-native approaches, bringing expertise in both areas to design sophisticated hybrid and multi-cloud network architectures.

As our Cloud Network Engineer, you will be instrumental in developing standardized network patterns, automating network deployments through Infrastructure as Code, and establishing connectivity between cloud providers and on-premises environments. You will work closely with security, Cloud, and application teams to ensure network designs meet both technical requirements and business objectives while maintaining high availability and performance standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement secure, scalable network architectures across AWS and Azure cloud

platforms

• Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform for automated cloud

• Configure and manage cloud networking services including VPCs, VNets, Transit Gateways,

Load Balancers, IPSec, Palo Firewall, and Direct Connect/Express Route

• Implement network security controls and ensure compliance with security best practices

• Optimize network performance and costs across hybrid cloud environments

• Troubleshoot complex network issues and perform root cause analysis

• Create and maintain network documentation, diagrams, and standard operating procedures

• Collaborate with Cloud/Dev Ops teams to integrate network automation into CI/CD pipelines

• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior network engineers

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Network Engineering, or 7+ years of related field

experience

• 5+ years of experience in network engineering with strong understanding of routing

protocols, firewalls, and network security

• 3+ years of hands-on experience with AWS and/or Azure cloud platforms

• Proven experience with Infrastructure as Code tools, particularly Hashi Corp Terraform

• Strong knowledge of cloud networking concepts including VPCs, VNets, subnetting, and

interconnectivity

• Experience with network monitoring tools and performance optimization

• Professional certifications such as AWS Solutions Architect, Azure Network Engineer, or CCNP

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with multiple cloud providers (AWS, Azure, GCP)

• Experience with Aviatrix for multi-cloud networking and security is a plus

• Knowledge of container networking and Kubernetes

• Familiarity with Python or other scripting languages for automation

• Experience with SD-WAN implementations

• Background in implementing Zero Trust network architectures

• Experience with cloud-native security tools and services

Required Skills

• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities

• Excellent communication and documentation skills

• Experience working in Agile environments

• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities

• Strong focus on security and compliance

• Commitment to continuous learning and staying current with cloud technologies

• Seniority level
  
  Mid-Senior level

• Employment type
  
  Contract

• Job function
  
  Information Technology
• Industries
  
  IT Services and IT Consulting

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