Cloud & Network Infrastructure Engineer

Description:
Onsite in Washington, DC

Our client requires a senior Cloud and Network Infrastructure Engineer to lead cloud and on‑premises network design, implementation, and operations. The role focuses on hybrid connectivity, security, and reliability while supporting a range of enterprise technologies in a fully onsite environment.

Due to federal security clearance requirements, the applicant must be a United States Citizen. This is a contract to hire opportunity. Applicants must be willing and able to work on a w2 basis and convert to FTE following contract duration. For our w2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance.

Rate: $60.00 to $70/hr. w2

Responsibilities:
Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and maintain cloud‑based network solutions integrated with on‑premises infrastructure.
• Support and optimize hybrid cloud architectures for networking performance and scalability.
• Design, implement, and maintain on‑prem network solutions.
• Perform network and low‑voltage cabling repair, troubleshooting, and remediation.
• Support and resolve issues across POS, video surveillance, physical access control, VoIP, LAN/WAN, hypervisors, and servers.
• Configure, monitor, and troubleshoot cloud and on‑prem network systems for high availability and reliability.
• Implement automation and orchestration to streamline network operations.
• Optimize resource utilization using scripting and infrastructure‑as‑code approaches.
• Implement and enforce network security controls including firewalls, VPNs, and encryption.
• Ensure compliance with security policies and standards across environments.
• Partner with architects, security teams, and stakeholders to align infrastructure with business needs.
• Use monitoring tools to track network performance and infrastructure health.
• Provide regular reporting to management and technical teams.
• Deliver ongoing support and rapid troubleshooting to minimize downtime.

Experience Requirements:
Experience Requirements

• Minimum 7 years in network engineering, cloud infrastructure, or related roles.
• Proven experience designing and managing cloud‑based and hybrid networking solutions.
• Hands‑on experience with AWS and Microsoft Azure.
• Strong understanding of cloud and network security practices, including secure data transmission and access control.
• Expertise with networking protocols and technologies such as TCP/IP, DNS, routing, firewalls, and VPNs.
• Experience with network monitoring tools.
• Familiarity with automation and scripting tools such as Python, Ansible, and Terraform.
• Experience with cloud networking services including VPC, Direct Connect, Cloud VPN, and Load Balancers.
• Familiarity with Windows Server environments.
• Experience with GitHub, Zscaler, CrowdStrike, and SIEM platforms such as Splunk.
• Practical experience with Cisco UCS‑C servers, Microsoft Hyper‑V, RedHat Linux, and UPS systems.
• Knowledge of environmental monitors, physical access control systems, video surveillance systems, intercoms, and portable network kits.
• Experience supporting VoIP systems, printers, scanners, kiosks, and POS systems.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem‑solving skills with clear written and verbal communication.
• Ability to manage priorities and tasks in a fast‑paced environment and perform physical tasks including climbing ladders and racking hardware.
• Experience supporting large‑scale infrastructure projects (preferred).
• Experience working in DevOps or cloud engineering teams (preferred).
• Experience with hybrid and multi‑cloud environments (preferred).

Education Requirements:
Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• AWS Certified - Foundational, Associate, or Specialty.
• Microsoft Azure Certified - Associate or Expert.
• CompTIA Network+, Security+, Server+, or Cloud+.
• Ability to obtain a public trust clearance.