Network Specialist Engineering

About Apexon:

Apexon is a digital-first technology services firm specializing in accelerating business transformation and delivering human-centric digital experiences. We have been meeting customers wherever they are in the digital lifecycle and helping them outperform their competition through speed and innovation.

Apexon brings together distinct core competencies in AI, analytics, app development, cloud, commerce, CX, data, DevOps, IoT, mobile, quality engineering and UX, and our deep expertise in BFSI, healthcare, and life sciences to help businesses capitalize on the unlimited opportunities digital offers. Our reputation is built on a comprehensive suite of engineering services, a dedication to solving clients toughest technology problems, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Backed by Goldman Sachs Asset Management and Everstone Capital, Apexon now has a global presence of 15 offices (and 10 delivery centers) across four continents.

We enable #HumanFirstDIGITAL

Job Description

Experience: 8+ years in network engineering and cloud-native networking; 2+ years in WAF and FinOps-specific implementations

Job Summary:

We are seeking a seasoned Network Specialist with deep expertise in network security, WAF implementations, and cloud cost optimization (FinOps). The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience designing secure, scalable, and cost-efficient network architectures in AWS environments, ensuring robust protection against cyber threats while aligning with cloud financial governance best practices.

Key Responsibilities:

Design and implement Web Application Firewall (WAF) solutions across AWS and hybrid environments

Configure and manage AWS networking services (VPC, Route Tables, Transit Gateway, VPN, Direct Connect, etc.)

Collaborate with DevOps and Security teams to ensure zero-trust architecture and traffic filtering policies

Monitor and analyze application-layer traffic and respond to threats using AWS WAF, Shield, and Firewall Manager

Implement FinOps best practices to optimize cloud spend related to networking services

Provide dashboards and reports on network traffic patterns and cost allocations

Work with cross-functional teams to forecast network usage and optimize data transfer and inter-region connectivity costs

Perform vulnerability assessments and ensure compliance with security standards (CIS, NIST, etc.)

Automate network configurations and security rule deployment using Terraform, CloudFormation, or similar IaC tools

Required Skills:

Strong proficiency with AWS networking services: VPC, NACLs, Security Groups, PrivateLink, Transit Gateway

Hands-on experience with AWS WAF, AWS Shield, and Firewall Manager

Solid understanding of cloud networking and security architectures

Experience implementing FinOps practices for network-related cost optimization

Familiarity with cost allocation tags, AWS Cost Explorer, and billing dashboards

Knowledge of CDN integrations (e.g., CloudFront) and application layer security

Proficient in scripting (Python, Bash) and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools

Understanding of compliance frameworks like ISO 27001, PCI-DSS, HIPAA (bonus)

Preferred Certifications:

AWS Certified Advanced Networking Specialty

AWS Certified Security Specialty

FinOps Certified Practitioner (by FinOps Foundation)

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor s degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, Data Science, Computer Science.

Don t worry if you don t check all the boxes; we d still love to hear from you.

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

Did you know that Apexon has been Certified by Great Place To Work , the global authority on workplace culture, in each of the three regions in which it operates: USA (for the fourth time in 2023), India (seven consecutive certifications as of 2023), and the UK.

Apexon is committed to being an equal opportunity employer and promoting diversity in the workplace. We take affirmative action to ensure equal employment opportunity for all qualified individuals. Apexon strictly prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind and provides equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to gender, race, color, ethnicity or national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.

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Our Perks and Benefits:

Our benefits and rewards program has been thoughtfully designed to recognize your skills and contributions, elevate your learning/upskilling experience and provide care and support for you and your loved ones.

As an Apexon Associate, you get continuous skill-based development, opportunities for career advancement, and access to comprehensive health and well-being benefits and assistance.

We also offer:

• Health Insurance with Dental & Vision
• 401K Plan
• Life Insurance, STD & LTD
• Paid Vacations & Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• FSA Dependent & Limited Purpose care
• Learning & Development