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Hi,

Please look at the requirements below, let us know of your interest, and send us your updated resume to [email protected]

Role: Sr Cloud Network Engineer

Location: Bellevue, WA

Job Description:

1. Cloud Network Onboarding:

• Oversee the process of onboarding new users, systems, and applications into the cloud environment, ensuring network provisioning follows organizational standards.

1. Network Provisioning & Configuration:

• Provision and configure network resources such as Virtual Private Clouds (VPCs), subnets, routing tables, and network access control lists (ACLs) in cloud platforms.
• Ensure compliance with security policies and government regulations throughout the network setup.

1. Secure Network Architecture Implementation:

• Design and implement secure network architectures, ensuring proper configuration of cloud-native networking components like AWS Direct Connect, Azure VPN Gateway, and transit gateways for secure connectivity between on-premises and cloud environments.

1. Network Security:

• Implement security controls, including security groups, network firewalls, web application firewalls, and intrusion detection/prevention systems to safeguard against unauthorized access and cyber threats.
• Continuously monitor network traffic, security logs, and activity trails for potential incidents, leveraging cloud services such as AWS GuardDuty, Macie, and Azure Defender.

1. Compliance & Auditing:

• Conduct regular network security assessments and audits to ensure ongoing compliance with internal policies and external standards (e.g., FedRAMP, FISMA).
• Maintain network security documentation and policies in compliance with established security frameworks and standards.

1. Collaboration & Support:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., DevOps, application teams) to ensure secure integration of applications into cloud network infrastructure.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for cloud network-related issues.

1. Staying Current:

• Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in cloud networking services, security features, and best practices across various platforms, applying them to improve the network environment.

Qualifications:

1. Cloud Network Onboarding & Provisioning:

• Experience in onboarding and provisioning networks in cloud environments (AWS, Azure, etc.).

1. Government Security Standards & Compliance:

• Familiarity with government network security standards and compliance frameworks, such as FedRAMP and FISMA.
• Understanding of NIST 800-171 security frameworks and knowledge of security tools like Azure Defender, AWS Security Hub, GuardDuty, and Macie.

1. Network Security Knowledge:

• In-depth understanding of network security principles, protocols, and best practices, particularly for cloud environments.
• Hands-on experience with key cloud networking services (e.g., VPCs, Direct Connect, VPN gateways, firewalls, transit gateways).

1. Security Regulations & Compliance:

• Experience with security regulations and standards in cloud environments, including knowledge of firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and network monitoring tools.

1. Automation & Scripting:

• Experience with automation tools such as Python and Terraform for network configuration and management, helping to streamline tasks and enhance efficiency.

1. Communication & Documentation:

• Strong communication and documentation skills for collaborating with cross-functional teams and maintaining security and configuration documentation.

Preferred Skills:

1. Certifications:

• AWS Certified Advanced Networking – Specialty or Azure Network Engineer Associate or similar certifications are preferred, demonstrating expertise in cloud networking.

1. Cloud Networking Experience:

• Proficiency in configuring and managing cloud networking services across AWS, Azure, and other cloud platforms (including VPCs, Direct Connect, VPN, Transit Gateways, firewalls, and more).

1. Security Expertise:

• Experience with network security controls, intrusion detection systems (IDS/IPS), firewalls, and security monitoring in a cloud environment.
• Ability to work within a government-regulated environment with a strong emphasis on maintaining security compliance.

With Regards

Kishore Reddy