Cloud Network Engineer

Job#: 2073291

Job Description:

Day to Day:

Serve as a resource for the Cloud Network Engineer Team for the deployment of Cloud initiatives

Support, implement, and maintain security components in a hybrid cloud network. Components include firewalls, routers, Virtual Private Network (VPN) devices, load balancers, and Web Application Firewalls (WAF)

Configure and maintain cloud native security components such as network security groups, security lists and network Access Control Lists (ACL)

Use scripting and automation technologies such as Python, PowerShell, and F5 iRules to simplify and streamline deployment and operations tasks

Troubleshoot and analyze server performance, workload distribution, and component sizing in a cloud environment

Assist with the implementation and optimization of server monitoring tools to maintain visibility on capacity, security, availability, continuity, and usage/speed metrics that fall outside optimal parameters

Extend On Premise Network to Cloud over direct connect and private gateways

Perform network design, documentation, installation, operational support, and configuration of network devices

Configure and support Transport Layer Security (TLS) decryption and inspection devices in both physical and virtual environments

Participate in business planning meetings to understand and recommend the best technical, most cost-effective, network solutions that meet initial capacity, long-term scalability and growth, and performance requirements

Adhere and follow all change management policies to ensure that the work is documented and meets the organizational requirements. This includes the creation, submission, review, and periodic representation of complex changes in the weekly change management meetings

Document administrative items, projects, and support issues as needed to provide a reference to team members, other teams, and management

Submit status reports as requested to the team manager and verbally during team meetings

Be able to multi-task and handle multiple projects and deadlines

Must haves:

U.S. Citizenship

A minimum of a Department of Defense (DoD) Secret level Security Clearance

6+ years' experience with at least one cloud service provider including Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, or Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI)

6+ years' experience with SSL and TLS implementation including certificate creation and implementation, traffic decryption, and traffic ciphers

Significant experience with supporting and maintaining F5 BIG-IP devices to include initial configuration, software maintenance, and operational support. Familiarity with various F5 components to include Local Traffic Manager (LTM), Application Security Manager (ASM), iRules, and Secure Sockets Layer Orchestrator (SSLO).

Intermediate knowledge of networking and systems administration; and the ability to troubleshoot problems

Experience with TCPDump, Wireshark and analyzing network traffic

Knowledge and experience working with Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Firewalls, Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS), and associated technologies preferred

Proven skills in discussing and planning application architecture with cross-functional application, business, technical teams and third-party vendors

Experience with implementing Office 365 in an Enterprise environment

Understanding of SaaS and IaaS private cloud connectivity to an Enterprise environment.

Understanding of the Oracle OCI, AWS and Azure and their service limits

Understanding of differences between commercial and government clouds

General knowledge of Azure PowerShell, OCI CLI and AWS CLI

Knowledge of how containers work in AWS and Azure and how to secure them

Knowledge of Cisco CSRv1000 and Palo Alto virtual firewalls

Demonstrate experience as a Systems Engineer to include network design, documentation, installation, operational support, and configuration of network devices

Exceptional communication and organizational skills

Education:

IAT Level II

Security Certification (CCNA Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, Security+ CE, or SCCP)

Cisco OS Certification

Nice to have:

Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science or a related discipline

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Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.