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Job Overview
Job Title: Lead Cloud Network Engineer
Location: Tampa, FL
Job Responsibilities
Trace Systems is seeking a highly skilled Lead Cloud Network Engineer to architect, implement, and manage networking infrastructure within the Government Community Cloud (GCC) High environment. This position reports directly to the COO/CIO and will serve as a key technical leader, ensuring the design, deployment, and optimization of a secure, hybrid cloud environment that integrates seamlessly with on-premises systems. The successful candidate will combine deep technical expertise with strong leadership and compliance awareness to safeguard and optimize mission-critical systems.
Key Responsibilities
Minimum Qualifications
Desired Qualification
Education
Trace Systems
Trace Systems Inc. was founded to support and defend our nation's security interests at home and abroad-- whenever and wherever. We provide enterprise IT, engineering, full life-cycle communications, cybersecurity, cloud and virtualization services and solutions to the United States Department of Defense and other federal agencies.
To Apply: We invite you to put your talents to work by joining a growing team of dynamic professionals here at Trace Systems! Be part of a culture at our leading-edge company where you can achieve great things while fostering a satisfying and rewarding career progression. To learn more about our current openings, text 'tracejobs' to 97211 or apply directly through our website at: www.tracesystems.com . #jointracesystems
Trace Systems is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
Job Title: Lead Cloud Network Engineer
Location: Tampa, FL
Job Responsibilities
Trace Systems is seeking a highly skilled Lead Cloud Network Engineer to architect, implement, and manage networking infrastructure within the Government Community Cloud (GCC) High environment. This position reports directly to the COO/CIO and will serve as a key technical leader, ensuring the design, deployment, and optimization of a secure, hybrid cloud environment that integrates seamlessly with on-premises systems. The successful candidate will combine deep technical expertise with strong leadership and compliance awareness to safeguard and optimize mission-critical systems.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and manage a secure hybrid cloud network infrastructure, ensuring interoperability between on-premises systems and Microsoft Azure within GCC High.
- Provision and administer Azure resources (virtual machines, storage accounts, networks) in accordance with GCC High standards.
- Configure and maintain virtual networks, subnets, and network security groups.
- Automate network administration tasks leveraging scripting (e.g., PowerShell, Python) and infrastructure-as-code solutions.
- Monitor, analyze, and optimize network performance, resolving complex issues to maintain high availability and efficiency.
- Develop and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including configurations, backup schedules, and disaster recovery plans.
- Prepare and deliver regular reports with actionable recommendations for system and process improvements.
- Collaborate with DevOps, security, and development teams to support application deployments, integrations, and cloud-native initiatives.
- Ensure full compliance with GCC High requirements, CMMC practices, and data protection standards for Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and other sensitive data.
Minimum Qualifications
- Active, in-scope US Government issued Secret clearance .
- Minimum of 10 years of progressive IT experience, with a strong focus on cloud and network engineering.
- AWS Solutions Architect Associate certification.
- CCDP (Cisco Certified Design Professional).
- CCNP Enterprise certification.
- Proven experience architecting and managing hybrid and multi-cloud networking environments.
- Strong problem-solving ability with meticulous attention to detail.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated ability to collaborate across technical and leadership teams.
- Familiarity with DevOps methodologies, CI/CD pipelines, and related tools strongly preferred.
Desired Qualification
- CWNA (Certified Wireless Network Administrator).
- CCNA DevNet certification.
- Advanced expertise with Azure networking services and architecture.
- Proficiency with routing, switching, and core network protocols.
- Experience managing firewalls, VPNs, and other security controls.
- Hands-on experience with scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, Python) and infrastructure-as-code frameworks (e.g., Terraform, ARM templates).
Education
- Associate degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (Bachelor's degree preferred).
Trace Systems
Trace Systems Inc. was founded to support and defend our nation's security interests at home and abroad-- whenever and wherever. We provide enterprise IT, engineering, full life-cycle communications, cybersecurity, cloud and virtualization services and solutions to the United States Department of Defense and other federal agencies.
To Apply: We invite you to put your talents to work by joining a growing team of dynamic professionals here at Trace Systems! Be part of a culture at our leading-edge company where you can achieve great things while fostering a satisfying and rewarding career progression. To learn more about our current openings, text 'tracejobs' to 97211 or apply directly through our website at: www.tracesystems.com . #jointracesystems
Trace Systems is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
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