Senior Cloud Network Engineer

Job Family:

IT Architecture/Cloud (Digital)

Travel Required:

None

Clearance Required:

Ability to Obtain Public Trust

What You Will Do:

The Senior Cloud Network Engineer will support the Telecommunications Office of the federal client and bring demonstrated experience providing cutting-edge networking solutions to support the mission-critical operations. The role will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing the networking infrastructure across the on-premises environment and multiple cloud platforms, including AWS, Google Cloud Platform (GCP), and Microsoft Azure. Expertise in applying best practices in these three major cloud technologies will be crucial in ensuring the secure and efficient operation of the Bureau’s cloud-based systems.

• Provide design, implementation, and support of Cisco ASR-based on-premises network (Nexus

• Work with the cloud team for implementation and deployment of the cloud network architecture, ensuring that the solutions are scalable, reliable, and secure. 

• Planning, performing, testing, and documenting network posture to ensure proper/secure connectivity and operations within our cloud environments and external connections. 

• Ensure interoperability between applications that need to securely communicate. 

• Creating and maintaining necessary supporting configuration artifacts such as network maps, detailed designs, test plans, operations readiness test reports, device configurations, and maintenance processes and procedures. 

• Collaborate with other teams and stakeholders to define technical requirements, develop network architecture, and identify risks and mitigation strategies.

What You Will Need:

• At Minimum Eight (8) years proven experience with hands-on Network Architecture and/or Engineering.

• Bachelor’s degree. In lieu of degree Four (4) additional years of experience will be needed.

• Hands-on experience in Cloud Environment in one or more of the cloud platforms listed above.

• Demonstrated knowledge of cloud networking and routing to include VPCs, subnetting, security groups, route tables, peering connections, direct connect direct connect gateway, IPv4, IPv6, dynamic routing, network performance monitoring, vpn, firewall, route53, MTIPS, and IPSEC. 

• Demonstrated knowledge of network architecture principles, design patterns, and best practices across routing protocols (BGP, OSPF).

• Experience of at least one Infrastructure-as-Code tool (Terraform, CloudFormation, python, GitHub, etc.).

• Working knowledge of federal compliance and security standards.

• Ability to communicate highly complex technical information clearly and articulately for all levels and audiences.

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.

• Must be able to obtain Public Trust clearance.

What Would Be Nice To Have:

• Professional certifications related to cloud networking, such as AWS Certified Advanced Networking - Specialty, Google Cloud Certified - Network Engineer, or Microsoft Certified: Azure Network Engineer Associate.

• Experience in designing and implementing hybrid cloud networking solutions.

• Knowledge of container networking technologies, such as Kubernetes or Docker Swarm.

• Master’s degree in computer science or IT or Engineering or related disciplines

• Cisco CCNP or equivalent.

The annual salary range for this position is $130,000.00-$216,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

• Parental Leave

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Group Term Life and Travel Assistance

• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance

• Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities

• Employee Referral Program

• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

• Care.com annual membership

• Employee Assistance Program

• Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)

• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

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