Cloud & Network Infrastructure Engineer

Description:
On-site 5 days/week 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, applicant must be a United States Citizen or Permanent Resident. Due to federal security clearance requirements, applicant must be a United States Citizen or Permanent Resident with an active Public Trust clearance. 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: $75.00 to $80.00/hr. w2

Responsibilities:

• Design, deploy, and maintain cloud-based network solutions integrated with on-premises infrastructure.
• Support hybrid cloud architectures and optimize cloud 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 systems, video surveillance, physical access control, VoIP, LAN/WAN, hypervisors, and servers.
• Configure, monitor, and troubleshoot cloud and on-prem network systems.
• Ensure high availability, reliability, and performance across environments.
• Implement automation and orchestration tools 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 cloud architects, security teams, and stakeholders to align infrastructure with business needs.
• Use monitoring tools to track network performance and infrastructure health and provide reporting.
• Deliver ongoing support and rapid troubleshooting to minimize downtime.

Experience Requirements:

• US Citizenship required.
• Minimum 7 years of experience 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.
• Experience with networking protocols and technologies such as TCP/IP, DNS, routing, firewalls, and VPNs.
• Experience with network monitoring tools.
• Familiarity with automation and scripting using Python, Ansible, Terraform, or similar.
• 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.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage priorities and tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to perform physical tasks including climbing ladders, lifting equipment, racking hardware, and working under desks.
• Preferred: experience supporting large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Preferred: experience working in DevOps or cloud engineering teams.
• Preferred: experience with hybrid and multi-cloud environments.
• Preferred: bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Required certifications (hold at least one): AWS Certified (Foundational, Associate, or Specialty), Microsoft Azure Certified (Associate or Expert), or CompTIA Network+, Security+, Server+, or Cloud+.