Senior Cloud Networking Engineer

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client that is seeking a Senior Cloud Network Engineer to strengthen its Cloud Network Service Line and address inconsistencies in cloud network management across platforms and projects. This role is in Mesa, AZ.

Core Responsibilities:
* Design and implement cloud networking solutions with a balance of hands-on execution and architectural design
* Troubleshoot complex network connectivity issues between on-premise and cloud environments
* Troubleshoot connectivity between different cloud platforms
* Support VPC/VNET design, routing, load balancing, VPNs, and network incident response
* Partner with Application Engineering and IT teams to enable reliable, scalable cloud connectivity

Network Security & Compliance:
* Work directly with network security controls

Technologies in scope include:
* Palo Alto and Fortigate firewalls
* Azure and AWS Network Security Groups (NSGs) and ACLs
* Security Groups/NACLs
* Private Endpoints
* Zero Trust and network segmentation models
* Operate in environments subject to PCI and Government/Public Sector compliance requirements

Automation & Infrastructure as Code:
* Automation is important to the role, with some elements considered nice to have

Tools and technologies include:
* Terraform
* Bicep/ARM
* CloudFormation
* Ansible

Responsibilities related to automation include:
* Maintaining existing infrastructure as code
* Reviewing and approving changes
* Consuming existing automation frameworks

Operations, Reliability & Support:
* Participate in on-call rotations
* Support incident response and root cause analysis (RCA)
* Use Dynatrace for monitoring and observability
* Uptime and availability are critical business drivers

Collaboration & Communication:
* Work closely with Application Engineering teams
* Frequently explain networking concepts to non-network engineers

REQUIREMENTS:
* CCNA level understanding of network architecture and configuration
* 5+ years of experience in enterprise network environments
* 5+ years of experience in cloud networking environments
* Senior level expertise in Azure networking
* Senior level experience with Palo Alto and Fortigate technologies
* Strong customer-facing skills with the ability to work through ambiguity

Nice to Have Qualifications:
* Experience with Oracle Cloud
* Experience with AWS

Additional Considerations:
* Candidates with strong hybrid and multi cloud networking fundamentals are encouraged to apply. While deep expertise in a specific cloud provider is valuable, the company is open to candidates who have strong cloud networking experience and can adapt across platforms.

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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