Cloud Network Engineer II

Our client is seeking an Cloud Network Engineer II. The Cloud Network Engineer II is responsible for designing, implementing, and supporting cloud and hybrid network infrastructure, with a focus on secure, scalable, and highly available connectivity across AWS, Azure, OCI, and on-premises environments. This role requires strong hands-on experience with cloud networking, Cisco and Meraki infrastructure, and multi-cloud connectivity solutions, and is responsible for improving network performance, reliability, and security across hybrid environments while supporting cloud adoption efforts. The engineer works closely with infrastructure, security, and application teams to deliver stable, efficient, and well-integrated platforms.

Essential Tasks/Major Duties:

• Design and support secure, scalable network solutions across AWS, Azure, OCI, and on-premises environments.
• Build and manage hybrid and multi-cloud connectivity, including VPN, SD-WAN, direct connect services, and Megaport.
• Manage on-premises network infrastructure, including Cisco and Meraki platforms.
• Design and maintain routing, switching, and segmentation (BGP, OSPF, VLANs).
• Monitor network performance and troubleshoot issues across cloud, on-premises, and provider networks.
• Work with telecom providers to manage DIA, broadband, and redundant connectivity.
• Manage DNS, DHCP, and IP address management (IPAM) in hybrid environments.
• Apply network security best practices, including firewall policies, segmentation, encryption, and PKI management.
• Support vulnerability management and network-related security risks.
• Support cloud migration efforts and ongoing platform improvements.
• Document network designs and procedures.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of experience in cloud engineering or architecture, with hands-on proficiency in AWS, Azure, and OCI.
• AWS SysOps Administrator certification or equivalent.
• 5 years of progressive server administration experience (Windows, Linux).
• Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation, Ansible) and scripting (Python, Bash, PowerShell).
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines, version control (Git), containerization (Docker, Kubernetes, ECS, EKS), and observability tools (Datadog, PagerDuty).
• Hands-on experience with on-premises networking using Cisco (Catalyst, Nexus, IOS/XE) and Meraki (MX, MS, MR).
• Experience with routing and connectivity (BGP, OSPF, VLANs, VPNs, SD-WAN).
• Experience with multi-cloud connectivity, including Megaport and cloud direct connect services (AWS Direct Connect, Azure ExpressRoute, OCI FastConnect).
• Experience with network monitoring and telemetry tools (NetFlow, SNMP, packet capture, flow analytics).
• Experience with DNS, DHCP, and IP address management (IPAM) in hybrid environments.
• Experience managing certificates and PKI, including lifecycle automation and secure key management.
• Experience designing and implementing disaster recovery (DR), business continuity (BC), and maintaining CMDB systems.
• Familiarity with WAFs, ALB/ELB, and the AWS Well-Architected Framework.
• Knowledge of security and compliance standards (SOC2, ISO 27001, NIST).
• Effective use of generative AI tools for automation, scripting, and documentation.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills; comfortable working in agile environments.

Salary/Rate: $55-$75/HR (depends on experience level). This is a contract position with candidates expected to work 40 hours/ week. Upon conversion Salary would be $125,000 - $135,000 (depending on experience level), plus benefits.

About The Company

Peterson Technology Partners (PTP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating a transparent, inclusive, and human-centered hiring experience.

For more than 28 years, PTP has operated as one of the top IT staffing and recruiting firms in the USA built on trust, long-term partnerships, and technical excellence.

Based in the Chicago suburb of Park Ridge, IL, our team of more than 500 employees and consultants is dedicated to:

Helping every client make the best hiring decisions possible

Matching professionals with the right IT jobs and career opportunities

As part of that commitment, we believe in providing clear information about how our hiring technologies work and how your data is used. The following section outlines our AI-assisted interview process and your rights as a candidate.

AI-Assisted Interview Experience (Pete & Gabi Rebecca)

To provide a consistent, fair, and flexible experience for all candidates, we use AI-assisted tools to support parts of the interview process. This includes our proprietary AI platform Pete & Gabi, which includes AI recruiter Rebecca.

These AI hiring tools help us:

• Transcribe interviews
• Summarize candidate responses
• Generate job-related insights
• Streamline communication and scheduling

Please note that:

The AI does NOT make hiring decisions; all decisions are made by our human recruiters, hiring managers, or client partners.

The AI does not evaluate facial expressions, emotions, or physical traits; it is used only to support fairness, consistency, and efficiency.

If you prefer a non-AI interview format, we will gladly provide an alternative.

Technical or Case Interviews (Role-Dependent):

When applying for certain tech jobs, you may participate in:

• A technical interview
• A coding challenge
• A case study
• A client-specific assessment

We will always explain what to expect in advance so you can prepare with confidence.

Human Review & Selection:

Every candidate's profile including interviews, conversations, and assessments is reviewed by experienced recruiters and hiring leaders.

AI insights may assist with organization and evaluation, but final decisions are always human-driven.

Your Rights as a Candidate:

At PTP, every candidate has the right to:

Request a non-AI interview path

Ask how your data is being used

Request access to transcripts or interview recordings

Request deletion of your AI-recorded interview

Receive clear, timely communication

Our goal is to ensure you feel respected, informed, and supported throughout your experience.

Our Commitment:

For more than 28 years, PTP has focused on putting people first candidates, consultants, employees, and clients.

We're committed to a hiring process that is:

• Transparent
• Compliant
• Equitable
• Powered by innovative technology that enhances not replaces human judgment

Welcome to the future of hiring at Peterson Technology Partners.

We're excited to learn more about you.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Peterson Technology Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.